While it may officially be the start of spring today, it’s still very much stew weather in the Northeast and I’m not complaining. Pots simmering slowly on the (...)
Mini cakes have become part of my arsenal for fighting the winter blues. Little buttery sponges snacked on throughout the day help keep my mood steady (and (...)
A refreshing salad of cucumber and yogurt sounds even dreamier when you’re in week two of the summer’s relentless heat wave. Anything to avoid turning the oven (...)
The post-holiday reset is often an excuse for me to dive into the Mediterranean diet for a healthy start of the year. A traditional pissaladière from the south (...)
Baked feta and lentils with blackberry vinaigrette
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Feta has had a spot in the limelight these past few years as an ultimate easy dinner prep with a wow factor. Surely you’ve seen the ‘baked feta pasta’ (...)
Goat cheese quenelles with strawberry and balsamic vinegar coulis
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I can never eat too many strawberries this time of year and consider a handful of freshly picked ones a perfectly acceptable dessert or anytime snack. They’re (...)
Escabeche always conjures thoughts of travel to me as it’s more commonly used throughout the Spanish speaking world. The technique of cooking meat or fish then (...)
Considered by many as Portugal’s national dish, caldo verde is as simple a soup as can be, and made for those lazy days when all you want is easy comfort. If (...)
Fried dough…a universal delight enjoyed the world over at street fairs, beach stands and yes, in the comfort of your home too. I’ve munched on banana fritters (...)
Scrambled eggs are a quick and easy breakfast you can whip up any day as you most likely have all the minimal ingredients on hand. While I do love them simple, (...)
I’ve been thinking about bar snacks a lot lately. Not the dubious-looking bowl of mixed nuts kind, but the deep-fried and intensely flavorful kind that is best (...)
One year later and I’m still reminiscing about my trip to Marrakech and craving the warmth of its stews and spices. This hearty couscous pilaf is a nice (...)
I’ll take all the little rays of sunshine these days and that also means enjoying the abundance of citrus this dreary winter is blessing us with. From hastily (...)
Cinnamon apple tarts with sharp cheddar and spiced honey
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Snacking on slices of apple and cheese is a classic pairing for taking the edge off between meals. The combination of the apple’s sweet and tart flavor with (...)
Few smells are as inviting and enveloping as that of freshly baked bread. The aroma wafting through the house on a cold day is the most wondrous thing, and (...)
Mango pomegranate guacamole with homemade plantain chips
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A simple guacamole with a little salt and fresh squeeze of lime juice is one of the most universally-loved appetizers (or simple meal if you like avocados as (...)
The sight in late fall of gorgeous persimmons is enough to send me aflutter – I simply adore them. Eaten raw as a snack, tossed in a salad or paired with (...)
Seaweed can be a little scary to add to your pantry. They’re mostly seen as the slimy, slippery annoyance from your beach days – not something you’re dying to (...)
Six months into the pandemic… With all our routines and habits upturned, it’s now more important than ever to find ways to treat ourselves on a daily basis and (...)
Roasted squash with black rice and orange tahini sauce
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As we gently roll into September, the beginning of my favorite time of year, we’re starting to see shades of orange everywhere, from the early changing leaves (...)
Café de la Olla is a Mexican spiced coffee made with cinnamon, clove, anise seeds and orange. Prepared like a cold brew in a big batch and presweetened, this (...)
Tuna tiradito with aji amarillo and leche de tigre
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You’re probably familiar with ceviche and with how well it is suited to this sweltering summer we’re experiencing. But have you ever tried tiradito? It’s a (...)
Strawberry season is finally here! While I’ve been snacking on them nonstop ‘au naturel’, another delicious way to enjoy them in all their splendor is on top (...)
Blinis are often thought of as elegant bite-sized hors d’oeuvres served at cocktail parties, topped with crème fraiche and caviar. While it’s a perfectly fine (...)
These quarantine days have turned a lot of us into every day cooks, searching for comfort, nourishment, and for some of us escapism. Until I’m able again to (...)
