North Sea Shrimp Salad (Original Büsumer Krabbensalat)
The inspiration for this recipe came from my regular strolls through the Isemarkt, Europe’s largest outdoor market. It's one of my favorite farmer's market...
Sicilian Roasted Eggplant & Cherry Tomatoes with Basil
Italian “perlina” eggplants (aubergine) are very similar to the Chinese eggplant. They have a thinner skin and a sweeter, more delicate flavor. They also...
Asparagus and Mango Salad
Here is a delicious green asparagus recipe -- an asparagus and mango salad. Green asparagus is tossed together with sweet mango, red chili, fresh...
Roasted Cherry Tomato Salad with Artichokes and Bocconcini in a Lemon...
Roasting tomatoes brings out their rich and sweet flavor, and in this salad, roasted cherry tomatoes are combined with artichokes, the tasty ones, the...
Carrot Ribbon Salad with Cara Cara Oranges
A salad is the perfect way to showcase heirloom carrots in all their beauty. They come in an amazing array of colors -- deep...
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...
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...
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...
Roasted Beans in Tomato Sauce (Greek Gigantes plaki)
The only thing requiring when cooking beans from dry is a little extra foresight. If tomorrows dinner is going to beans, then plan ahead....
Greek-Style Black-Eyed Peas
A key part of African-American “soul food”, black-eyed peas and collard greens are a typical New Year’s Day dish that is considered good luck:...
Beet Carpaccio with Lemon & Herbs
Love ‘em or hate ‘em, I think beets are just misunderstood. Fresh beets are so much better than the collective childhood memories of beets...
Pimientos de Padrón (Spanish Green Peppers)
Have you ever heard about Padron peppers? Padron peppers or pimientos de padrón, are small, Spanish green peppers with a sweet mild taste. The...
Lemon and Parsley Couscous with Pomegranate
Lemon and parsley couscous makes for a quick and easy side or a refreshing afternoon meal. It's the perfect way make use of fresh...
Blackberry and Avocado Salad
There's a new lettuce in town - it's called Salanova! I discovered it at the farmer's market last week. It was so pretty, I...
Zucchini Lemon Couscous
Couscous makes for a brilliant alternative to rice or everyday noodles. It’s versatile and easy to prepare, requiring little more than the addition of...
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...
Thyme-Infused Roasted Garlic Spread
Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. I love garlic in all its forms. Roasted garlic for it's sweet, mellow, creamy, nutty flavor. You can toss...
Spicy Tomato Salad
About half the size of a roma tomato, egg-shaped baby roma tomatoes are deliciously sweet with a more intense flavor and aroma than the...
Japanese Daikon Carrot Coleslaw
This Japanese style coleslaw is seriously simple and seriously delicious. Daikon and carrot pair fabulously together, especially in a tasty Asian-style dressing. Okay, I...
