Zurich Ragout (Zürcher Geschnetzeltes) with Turkey
Zurich Ragout—or Zürcher Geschnetzeltes in German–is is a typical Swiss dish. In my version, this simple ragout or stew recipe is made with thinly...
Green Bean Salad with Walnuts, Dates and Roquefort
Green Bean Salad with Walnuts, Dates and Roquefort – what a delicious combo!! Toasted walnuts and blue cheese are a classic combo, but add...
Sumac Roasted Eggplant and Tomatoes with Quinoa
What better way to celebrate the end of summertime than with a delicious quinoa salad with sumac roasted eggplant and cherry tomatoes. If you...
Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Chickpeas with Millet and Herbed Yogurt
I have a confession: I have an absolute obsession with sweet potatoes and sadly this obsession of mine isn’t shared with open arms at...
Avocado, Prawn and Smoked Salmon Tartare
I love salmon tartare in any form, especially this variation. It's particularly delightful enjoyed on a shady terrace with a crisp rosé wine on...
Shakshuka with Goat Cheese & Harissa
Shakshuka is one of my absolute favourite one-skillet vegetarian dishes. It’s made with a deeply flavorful mixture of simmered tomatoes, sweet red bell peppers,...
Almond-Tahini-Date Cookies (Gluten-free)
YES to sugar-free Almond-Tahini-Date Cookies! With these almond date cookies there is absolutely no sacrifice on flavor. They are made with naturally sweet Medjool...
Vegan Egyptian Eggplant Moussaka (Mesaka’a)
Most of us are familiar with Greek moussaka, but do you also know the Egyptian version?Egyptian Moussaka, which is called Eggplant Mesaka’a is the...
Pasta with Prosciutto and Peas in a Cream Sauce
Give peas a chance. Peas are much more than boring. Bursting with green goodness, they can be ridiculously yummy! Harmonious and perfect together with...
Broccoli Pesto Pasta
Luckily, we have one child that absolutely loves broccoli. Another is very lukewarm about the prospects of eating it, while the third, I had...
Asparagus with Lemon Bagna Càuda Sauce
Lemon Bagna Càuda is one of the tastiest sauces for asparagus. This simple sauce made with crème fraîche, lemon, olive oil, garlic and anchovies...
Sage Scones with Berries
When I was 18, I spent and summer in Scotland working on a little island called Colonsay. That is where I first discovered and...
Lime Cheesecake with Pistachio Crust
Indulge in the exquisite flavours of this Lime Cheesecake with Pistachio Crust. This delightful dessert offers a harmonious blend of rich creaminess and zesty...
Beef Stew with Hoisin Sauce, Red Wine and Tomatoes
This stew definitely has the umami things going on. I’m not usually one to cook a lot of hearty meat based meals, but with...
Rice Paper Dumplings with Vegetable Filling
Crispy homemade rice paper dumplings are a perfect mix between summer rolls and crispy, pan-fried dumplings. These vegan gluten-free dumplings are filled with a...
One-Pot Orzo with Mushrooms
This orzo with mushrooms and miso is my new favourite one-pot recipe. It’s packed with umami-rich, savoury flavour, and it’s ready in about 30...
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...
Bulgur Salad with Halloumi and Lemon-Caper Dressing
Yes, the weather is chilly, but fresh-tasting dishes like bulgur salad with halloumi still find a way into my kitchen. This salad is packed...
Mediterranean Chicken Skillet
Let me start out by saying I love these flavors! Oregano marinated chicken breasts, braised together with Mediterranean flavors of sun-dried tomatoes, kalamata olives,...
Chickpea Salad with Carrots and Zucchini
Healthy, flavorful, filling and fast! There’s so much good going on here with this simple chickpea salad. The carrots and zucchini get julienned into...
