Beef and Barley Stew – Classic Recipe
Beef and Barley Stew is the ultimate cozy comfort food—a one-pot wonder that’s rich, hearty, and packed with tender beef, nutty barley, and wholesome...
German Ham and Egg Noodles (Schinkennudeln)
This is a super quick, super simple classic kid-centric German recipe. One that only requires scrounging a few staples together. Noodles. Eggs. Ham. It’s...
Warm Potato Salad with Wild Garlic (Ramsons)
This warm potato salad with wild garlic is a fresh and simple way to celebrate spring. Made with tender new potatoes, a tangy mustard dressing,...
German Plum Cake (Zwetschgenkuchen)
Here in Germany, summer time is plum cake time. As soon as they make their arrival at the farmers' market, arrives also the immediate...
Apple Pancakes
Traditional German apple pancakes, what’s not to love? Whether you are a fan of thick or thin pancakes, there is always a place for...
Sage Roasted Potato Wedges with Lacinato Kale
Sage Roasted Potato Wedges with Lacinato Kale are the ultimate side dish—crispy, golden potato wedges tossed with fresh sage and roasted to perfection, paired...
Baked Plaice with Parmesan-Panko Crust
Little effort, great enjoyment: this 20 minute parmesan-panko crusted plaice recipe, is insanely delicious for very minimal effort! Baked in the oven, these delicious...
Mushroom Omelette with Tomato & Goat’s Cheese
Elevate your breakfast game with this chanterelle mushroom omelette with tomato and goat's cheese. This quick and easy omelette recipe is a delicious way...
Shrimp Bruschetta
This shrimp bruschetta recipe makes for a delicious, easy and elegant appetiser. North Sea shrimp, pickled herring (Matjes), sweet cherry tomatoes, capers and fresh...
Vegetable Beef Stew
A hearty Vegetable Beef Stew with melt-in-your-mouth slow-cooked chunks of beef, potatoes, and vegetables simmered in a savoury tomato broth. Made with simple, everyday...
German Apple Torte
Classic German apple torte recipe with a shortbread-like base, a vanilla quark layer and an apple and almond topping. This apple dessert is a...
German Lentils with Spaetzle (Schwäbische Linsen mit Spätzle)
Once again, my adventures with my favorite Schwabe have led me to eating traditional southern comfort food. Lentils and Spätzle. Which, by the way,...
Chicken Fricassee
Chicken Fricassee is the kind of dish that feels cozy, comforting, and right at home on your weeknight table. With tender chicken, hearty veggies,...
Mixed Berry Crumble Cake
This Mixed Berry Crumble Cake brings together a tender buttermilk base, a medley of juicy seasonal berries, and a golden, buttery cinnamon crumble. Completely...
Plum Cake with Walnut Crumble
This delicious plum cake with walnut crumble (known in Germany as Zwetschgenkuchen) is the perfect companion to a cup of coffee and a beautiful...
Pan-Fried Potatoes with Kale
Pan-Fried Potatoes with Kale, also known as Bratkartoffeln, is a one-pan wonder that brings together crispy golden potatoes, smoky bacon, tender onions, and earthy...
Lentil Stew
Lentil stew is the ultimate comfort food—a rich, hearty, and nourishing dish that’s perfect for cozy weeknight dinners. Made with earthy beluga lentils, smoky...
Traditional Jägerschnitzel (Cutlets with Mushroom Sauce)
Traditional Jägerschnitzel, or "hunter’s cutlets," is the kind of cozy, hearty dish you crave when you want something comforting but still a little fancy....
Apple Crumb Cake
A real classic: a delicious apple crumb cake with tender juicy apples and a brown sugar, oatmeal crumb topping. This apple cake is packed...
Celery-Root Potato Latkes with Herbs
Whether its celery-root potatoes latkes, zucchini puffers, or potato pancakes, they are all one of those delicious dishes that just don’t get enough love....




















