I love Middle Eastern food when the weather turns cold. The rich spices and hearty dishes are perfect fodor for a little chill in the air. I hope you enjoy this take on fried cheese, and a template for a bright fresh salad to lighten any meal.
Read MoreFor the final race of the season we cooked a small Middle Eastern Feast. We started with Halloumi Bites with Hot Tomato Jam (post forthcoming), and for the main course rich Beef-Stuffed Potatoes in Tamarind Sauce and a Pomegranate topped salad.
Read MoreAccording to the author of this recipe, this soup is referred to as a Black Bean Pick-Me-Up, he explains that little shots of soup are often served at Brazilian bars to accompany your drink, and they go surprisingly well with cold beer and cocktails.
Read MoreTex Mex Shrimp Fajiatas and Mexican Rice for a crowd!
Read MoreKaraage, Sesame Green Beans, Fried Smelt, and Garlic Edamame, and of course had an assortment of our favorite beers
Read MoreThe crunchy walnut-cinnamon topping on this classic Russian Butter Coffee Cake is heaven.
Read MoreWe wanted something savory and hearty to counteract the sudden turn to cold weather here at home. Also, that just seems like the right way to go when watching the Russian Grand Prix (even if the weather there was bright and sunny). These Beef Belyashi (also known as Pirsohki) hit the spot.
Read MoreThis salad is bright and refreshing. It has Indian roots and hails from a 1970s cookbook entitled ‘Singapore Food: A spicy journey through the history and wizardry of Singapore cooking’.
Read MoreI am pretty sure that Singapore Curry Noodles are not “authentic” Singaporean cuisine. But who cares! Does it taste good? Yes. Should you make it for dinner? Yes. Let’s go!
Read MoreThese little gems have the perfect balance of crunchy exterior and moist soft interior. They are simple, and they are delicious. They can be served on their own or with a little side of homemade mayonnaise or your choice of dip.
Read MoreFor the race this year I made a recipe out of a little recipe book I got at Beer Fair when I visited Belgium a few years ago. The recipes are all in French and Flemish, so I did my best to get it accurately translated!
Read MoreZwack is one of my favorite discoveries through this process of exploring recipes from around the world. It is an herbal bitter liquor that adds complexity to any cocktail it finds itself in.
Read MoreHungarian Nut and Poppyseed Rolls are a lovely treat. They are not too sweet and are perfect with a nice cup of coffee or tea. I enjoyed making the two different fillings as they each had unique characteristics, but went very well together and look beautiful stacked up ready to be devoured.
Read MoreThis dressing is inspired by a Hungarian cucumber salad recipe. I think it goes equally well on a mixed chopped salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, and radishes. You could add greens if you like, but this crisp, crunchy, and juicy combo is pretty great as is.
Read MoreThis Layered Cabbage Casserole (Rakott Kelkaposzta) is hearty and rich with warming flavors coming from the paprika, braised ground meat, and creamy sour cream topping.
Read MoreThis is a lovely warm potato salad with a little extra flavor thrown in with fresh dill and caraway seeds that give this potato dish a wonderfully bright and savory flavor.
Read MoreBacon, vinegar, and mustard give this vegetable side dish a nice little punch. If you are looking to make it vegetarian, the dressing is great even without the bacon, just start by cooking the onion and continue on.
Read MoreHave you seen a more beautiful pork chop? I have discovered the secret to great pork chops (and great steaks) is time. And a sous vide. Mostly the sous vide, the time is just how the sous vide works its magic.
Read MoreThe Ploughman’s Lunch, from what I have seen, can be as simple or complicated as you want it to be. A few slices of cheese, bread, and something pickled seem to be the only necessary criteria.
Read MoreCan I tell you my favorite kind of morning? One that starts out warm and sunny, with the smell of butter warming in a pan, fluffy pancakes with fresh fruit compote, a cup of light roast coffee, and an F1 race.
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