Published: 15 January 2024 Stay warm this winter with a delicious oven-baked tajine, showcasing the earthy richness of Jerusalem artichokes! This chicken tagine is the perfect way to introduce the Jerusalem artichoke (a.k.a sunchoke) to those who are still unfamiliar with its charm. This knobbly tuber takes quite a bit of time to cook. However, […]
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Published: 13 January 2024 Carrot cake is one of those timeless classics that delivers both comfort and nostalgia in a single bite. Everyone has their own way of making carrot cake. Some add raisins while others prefer coconut flakes, or even pineapple chunks. But, in my opinion, nothing beats the unmatched combination of carrots and
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Published: 21 August 2023 This is one of the easiest yet most delicious rice recipes you will stumble upon. It’s become an absolute favorite in my family! It’s perfect for those ‘let’s just wing it’ moments or when you’re simply craving a fuss-free, yet oh-so-delicious meal. The shiitake mushrooms are super nutritious and provide an
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Published: 6 February 2023 Today’s recipe showcases a forgotten root vegetable with skin as black as coal. Meet the sharp and spicy black radish! Beneath its dark aesthetic, the black radish packs a powerful punch of nutrition. Low in calories, this root veggie is rich in vitamin C, potassium and vitamin B9. It also contains high levels
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Published: 13 September 2022 If you are looking for a delicious, fragrant guacamole recipe that isn’t spicy, you’ve come to the right place! In addition to key ingredients such as garlic, onion and coriander, we will also be incorporating some savoury Pecorino Romano. This salty Italian cheese has a very distinctive aromatic flavour that significantly
Fragrant Horned Melon Guacamole Recipe with Mortar & Pestle (Not Spicy) Read More »
Published: 6 September 2022 There’s nothing better than homemade sushi! It’s simple, it’s cheaper than store-bought and it’s perfectly customisable to fit your taste buds. A lot of people feel uneasy when it comes to handling raw fish. That’s definitely understandable considering the growing food hazards that threaten us daily. This smoked salmon recipe for
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Published: 28 July 2022 What do Greece, Italy, Turkey and Spain have in common? No less than their unwavering appreciation for fried squid on warm summer evenings. Drizzled with lemon juice and coated in creamy hummus, this wrap is the perfect seafood treat to enjoy anytime of day, at home or by the ocean. All
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Published: 23 May 2022 These scrumptious oatmeal cookies are loaded with dried cranberries, toasted pecans and a decadent mixture of dark and milk chocolate chunks. Once you pop these in the oven, your home will be filled with the most delicious and cozy aroma of lemon zest and buttery cookie dough. This recipe makes a
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Published: 16 May 2022 Deglet Noor are by far my favourite dates to use when making these sweet treats stuffed with marzipan and pecans. They are soft, chewy and have just the right amount of sweetness. Stuffed dates are often served during special occasions in the Middle-East, especially during Ramadan. In Morocco, we love having
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Published: 10 May 2022 For breakfast, lunch or dinner, shakshuka (also spelled shakshouka) is one of those recipes that is very versatile and forgiving, inviting you to play with spices and simple ingredients in your kitchen to create your own masterpiece. This one-pan dish usually showcases a combination of soft-cooked eggs and vegetables, such as
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Published: 2 March 2022 With Ramadan 2022 rapidly approaching, I can’t help but reminisce about the mouthwatering scents of spiced tomatoes and herbs that waft through the air as the sun starts to set on the horizon. Today’s recipe is a deliciously comforting vegetarian harira. Harira is a tomato, chickpea and lentil-based soup that is especially
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Published: 6 February 2022 Wild or farmed, meagre is a very pleasant-tasting, low-fat fish with a firm yet moist flesh. As a result, it is suitable for a wide range of recipes. Grilled, baked, fried or steamed “en papillote”, this fish does not fall short! I was surprised to learn that, despite being affordable, delicious
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Published: 29 January 2022 This tangy and versatile side dish dates back to the Ancient Roman times, although not in the form we know it as today! Coleslaw with a mayonnaise-based dressing, as most of us know it, first saw the light of day around the 18th century. The Dutch founders of New York would serve a
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Published: 23 January 2022 Made up of layers of warm, crispy fries, heaps of cheese curds and a generous pour of a sizzling thick gravy, poutine is the ultimate comfort dish for those snowy Canadian winters. But today’s poutine recipe has a Japanese twist! This meatless umami gravy is redesigned using Japanese curry roux. You
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Published: 17 January 2022 Once you’ve tasted it, Moroccan loubia is one of those dishes you will most likely crave on those cold winter months. It is essentially a beautiful medley of sweet, savoury, tart and peppery notes all in one. But it’s the creamy texture and flavour of the white kidney beans that elevates
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Published: 7 January 2022 Today, I will be sharing my family’s recipe for oven-grilled kefta katban, literally “ground meat skewers” in Arabic. At home, we love serving them with some fresh Moroccan bread, olives (swimming in olive oil, of course!) and, last but certainly not least, freshly brewed Moroccan mint tea. It’s a whole mood!
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Published: 26 December 2021 If you like the combination of sweet and tangy, you’re going to LOVE this recipe! Effective flavour pairing is a key element in creating memorable and enjoyable food experiences that are not just good, but great. In this case, the natural affinity between the mango and the lime is a key
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Published: 22 December 2021 The rich earthy flavour of beetroots can make them a tricky vegetable to work with in the kitchen. But if paired with the right ingredients, they can do wonders! At their full potential, beetroots actually have subtle hints of floral and sweetness. They are a great addition to savoury and sweet
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Published: 7 October 2021 Smørrebrød is probably one of the most famous staple foods of Danish cuisine. Derived from the Danish words smør meaning “butter” and brød meaning “bread”, smørrebrød is one of those versatile and very filling recipes that provides a satiating mixture of textures and flavours. Traditionally, thin slices of dark rye bread
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Published: 5 April 2021 After a full night of fasting, nothing feels more soothing than a nice warm bowl of soup. Having soup for breakfast does wonders for the body and I, for one, am a big advocate for it! Growing up in cultures where breakfast pastries were the obvious choices at the beginning of
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