Roman style fried artichokes recipe inspired by the infamous fried artichokes in the Jewish Ghetto in Rome. Baby artichokes are gently fried in olive oil and seasoned simply with sea salt and lemon juice. Oh if I still had the photo from our trip to Rome. One of the first places we had to go […]
Homemade Lebanese Falafel Recipe with Tahini Yogurt
Learn how to make homemade Lebanese falafel recipe with dried chickpeas, loads of fresh herbs and warm spices. Serve with creamy tahini yogurt. If I could live in any cuisine for the rest of my life, it would be Middle Eastern. Of course I am retracting myself as I write this because in my little […]
Salt and Vinegar Potato Latkes
A play on the traditional potato latkes, these salt and vinegar potato latkes have a hint of sourness from the vinegar and a healthy sprinkle of sea salt. Serve along side onion and chive sour cream for a fun play on latkes. I love creating fun, new latke recipes every year. I’ve done all sorts […]
Rosemary and Fig Rugelach with Caramelized Walnuts
Rosemary and Fig Rugelach is a play on the traditional Jewish cookie, with sweet fig jam, caramelized walnuts and a touch of fresh rosemary for a sweet and slightly savory bite. Last week I had the pleasure of baking these delicious rosemary and fig rugelach over on my friend’s Karista’s instagram. It was so fun […]
Persian Rice with Dates and Pistachios
Persian rice with dates , chopped pistachios and aromatic cardamom is steamed together with an additive and crunchy saffron crust called tahdig. I noticed as I’m getting older, I am appreciating the simpler things. The simpler flavors and allowing really good ingredients to be themselves. Rice is a perfect example of that. A humble grain […]