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 […]
Round Borek with Cheese and Wilted Greens
Savory round borek are filled with wilted greens, sauteed shallots and cheese all rolled up in a delicious savory pastry. With my abundance of summers kale and chard, I have been dreaming of ways to use these hearty greens. A little while ago, I sauteed them in a glorious Orecchiette with Swiss chard, parmesan […]