Koulouria Ravioli with Caramelized Onions, Oregano & Feta
Caramelizing onions may sound like a lot of effort but really it’s not. It gives you a chance to get some other things done....
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...
Baked Tortelloni with Italian Sausage (Salsiccia)
Do you ever get a craving for lasagna, and start thinking of the different steps involved in putting it together and remember how much...
Spicy Asian Hotpot with Udon Noodles
This is one of my all time favorite one-pot-meals and definitely a go-to dish when there's a time crunch. It's something you can get...
Spinach Herb Risotto
With Saint Patrick’s day directly around the corner, what better than to celebrate with a "green" risotto!
Rather than traditional Irish recipes, you could turn...
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...
Oxheart Cabbage Coleslaw with Apple and Mango
Oxheart cabbage is the one with the pointy head and my absolute favorite cabbage. Actually it’s the only cabbage I buy on a regular...
Pasta with Oyster Mushrooms, Prosciutto and Fresh Sage
Combined with the subtlety of pasta with oyster mushrooms and the delicate saltiness of prosciutto, this dish makes for an easy, elegant midweek meal...
Braised Belgium Endive with Blood Oranges
If you’re a lover of Belgium endive and it’s pleasantly bitter flavor, then you are in luck! You’ll love it braised and bathing in...
Sicilian-Style Romanesco with Capers and Lemon
It may seem new to some of us, but actually romanesco has actually been around forever! Forever as in ages, ages as in 16th...
Classic Sponge Vanilla Marble Cake
Chocolate and vanilla - what could be better? Classic "marble cake" is a mix of light and dark cake batter, mixed together after pouring...
Spinach Salad with Tahini-Dressing, Sumac Pita & Pomegranate
Spinach Salad with Tahini-Dressing, Sumac Pita and Pomegranate. Introduce your taste buds to something tasty tonight! If you're not already familiar sumac, it's a...
Pesto 3-Ways
Glorious Pesto. A marvel of simplicity, I love this Italian green gem. Fresh, versatile and more than just a sauce for pasta, it’s can...
Pesto Genovese Pasta
My friend Magali writes that with chilly winter temperatures in Geneva so she has been enjoying a lot of pasta these days. Yes, don’t...
Ginger-Orange Beef Stir-Fry
In my 20’s I didn’t eat red meat at all, just the occasional chicken breast and a whole lot of fish. Being a “Westcoast...
Pasta with Smoked Sardines and Lemon
This was one of those unintended successful dinners. I had planned to make a nice homemade corn chowder, however that takes time. Yes, the...
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Breadcrumbs and Lemon
Think you don't like brussels sprouts? Just like vegemite and marmite, they seem to conjure up reactions of love or hate. And of course...
Spaghetti Bolognese Meat Sauce
This homemade recipe for spaghetti meat sauce is a traditional dish that never tires. It's a wonderful sauce on all kinds of pasta and...
Sweet Potato Mango Red Thai Curry
One of the things that really makes Thai food stand apart is its vibrant flavors. Bursting with spicy, sweet, and tart flavors, this red...
Tomato Caper Salad
This is a deliciously simple side salad inspired by a brunch get together at my friend Anna’s place recently. She is an amazing host...
