Recipes and techniques for the everyday kitchen...
One of the best representatives of Mediterranean/Middle eastern cuisine is the mighty falafel; the best falafel is by far homemade falafels. The hearty, the spicy and the fluffy all come together in a crunchy perfection. I can’t remember exactly when Read More …
Summer seems the best time for light dishes like plantain fried rice that go so well with Caribbean or Indian dishes on a balmy evening. The hearty sweetness of plantains that temper out the spicy tang of chilies and jerk Read More …
Roast red pepper artichoke dip is one of my favourite quick recipes for a light and tasty appetizer for almost any occasion. I’ll be the first to admit it: I’m not really a huge fan of bell peppers as a Read More …
With the warm summer weather comes less of a desire to get the house all heated up by cooking; Thai shrimp salad cups are a great solution to that. This recipe is such a simple one that you’ll be pleasantly Read More …
As a lover of Caribbean food, I’m always open to give any dish from that culinary diaspora a try; the Bahamian fire engine reinforced my love for it. A friend of mine who sails extensively around the Caribbean with her Read More …
Years back, I spent a few great days in Lisbon and fell in love with the Portuguese bacalhau; a hearty dish of salted cod, potatoes and onions. I Fell in love with the simplicity of it. That and the fact Read More …
There’s something so hearty and comforting about an Irish style lamb and stout stew simmering away on the stove. It’s a perfect dish for a blustery or rainy day; a fire in the hearth and your favourite sweater. The house Read More …
The thought of coconut tamarind fish conjures up images of a deliciously tangy and sweet Southeast Asian dish served on a warm tropical evening. The soft aroma of lightly toasted spices mixed with rich coconut milk and sweet tangy tamarind Read More …
Chicken Santa Fe is a perfect dish for when you’re pressed for time and need something simple and tasty with under 10 ingredients. It’s a delicious example of less-is-more; dinner should be this easy more often. There’s a funny origin Read More …
Bolognese sauce, or simple meat sauce, is a long-standing classic staple of Italian cuisine, not to mention a worldwide favourite. For so many, Italian food is seen as a comfort food and Bolognese sauce is one of the hinge pins Read More …
