Zatiki Chorek – Armenian Easter Bread
The traditional Armenian Easter Bread, Chorek, is rich and scrumptious, with its sweet and enticing aroma lingering in the kitchen for…
Armenian Pakhlava – Sweet Layers of Tradition
A diamond-shaped parcel filled with layers of thin pastry sheets, packed with a nut mixture and liberally soaked in honey syrup….
Gardener’s Pie with Root Vegetables
This Gardener’s Pie is a comforting and humbled dish, perfect for those chilly late autumn nights or cold winter evenings. It’s…
Sicilian Meatballs in Lemon Leaves – Carne in Foglie di Limone
Have you ever seen or tasted one of these succulent Sicilian meatballs wrapped in lemon leaves? They are easy to make…
Pearl Barley Risotto with Mushrooms
This pearl barley risotto offers a wholesome twist on the Italian classic. By swapping Arborio rice for pearl barley, you get…
Smokey Lentil Patties in Lemon Leaves
My lentil patties are plant-based twist on the Sicilian classic and are packed with smoky flavor, earthy richness from lentils and…
Nettle Pesto with Hazelnuts
This nettle pesto recipe is a vibrant, versatile spread that’s perfect for pasta, gnocchi, sandwiches, or drizzled over roasted vegetables. It…
Velvety Cream Mousseline – Home Baker’s Guide
Crème or cream mousseline—also known as German buttercream—is a luxurious blend of pastry cream and butter, resulting in a silky, decadent…
Falafel Waffle Recipe – Crispy, Modern Middle Eastern Twist
With a golden-emerald hue, these crispy falafel waffles quickly became a family favorite. An unexpected, yet delicious way to re-imagine the…
Stuffed peppers – Farshirovka
These stuffed peppers are perfect for Lent. The natural sweetness of the carrots balances beautifully with the savory onions and aromatic…
Potato Kofta: A Vegetarian Twist on Classic Kiev Kotlet
This potato kofta is a vegetarian take on the classic Kiev kotlet. Originally, I created it as an alternative for non-meat…
Remarkably Easy Tarragon Butter
Tarragon butter is a fantastic flavor-enhancing condiment that you’ll be glad to have in your kitchen arsenal. It pairs beautifully with…
Family Favorite Chicken Kiev – Kotlet à la Dora
Our family’s version of Chicken Kiev Kotlets is juicy and moist, double-coated with homemade breadcrumbs and stuffed with rich cranberry butter….
Potato Au Gratin Dauphinois
Potato Gratin Dauphinois, a timeless French classic, has become one of my favorite dishes to prepare, serve, and enjoy throughout the…
Solomons Seal Salad – Sindriki Axtcan
If you’ve never had Solomon’s seal salad, you’re in for a treat. This dish is incredibly simple to prepare, with a…
Esterhazy Cake – Viennese Homemade Cake
Esterhazy Torte is one of the most iconic Viennese desserts. The feathered glazed top design and hazelnut flavor are as memorable…