Saffron is most notably known as the world's most expensive spice. I think it's worth every single penny! Check out the 30 gorgeous saffron recipes I’ve collected for you. Everything from delightful main meals to drinks, desserts, snacks, and more! This post is a part of my “Around the World ...
Italian Mashed Potato Pie - Gattò di Patate
Creamy, comforting, and crazy delicious, this Italian potato pie (Gattò di Patate) is made with mashed potatoes, three types of cheese, and some meat. A great side dish or even a filling main meal! At this time of the year, farmer's markets are packed with fresh right-from-the-garden new ...
Fricase De Pollo - Cuban Chicken Stew
Full of fantastic Caribbean flavors, Fricase De Pollo is one of the best Cuban dishes. Chicken pieces are cooked in a tomato-red wine based sauce together with potatoes, olives, raisins, bell peppers, and more! A year and a half ago, I kicked off this blog with a Cuban recipe. It was Ropa ...
French Strawberry Tart
Let's celebrate summer with this amazingly delicious French Strawberry Tart. A crisp buttery tart shell filled with custard and topped with fresh, ripe, sweet strawberries. The presentation will leave your guests in awe! What says summer better than strawberries? These red, sweet, deeply ...
24 Brilliant Papaya Recipes That Will Satisfy Every Craving
Papaya is one of the most versatile fruit ever. It's great not only for smoothies, sweet salads, and desserts but also for savory soups, salads, curries, and more! I've collected 24 mind-blowing papaya recipes that will satisfy everyone! This post is a part of my “Around the World in 50 ...
Pisto Manchego - Spanish Vegetable Stew
Pisto Manchego is a Spain's version of French ratatouille. Featuring tomatoes, bell peppers, onion, eggplant, and zucchini, this vegetable stew makes a great side to grilled fish or meat or can be served as a standalone meal topped with fried eggs! Summer is the time to enjoy the abundance of ...
Chanko Nabe - Japanese Sumo Wrestler Stew
Regularly eaten by Japanese sumo wrestlers, Chanko Nabe is a full of flavor stew packed with protein and vegetables. It's really filling, it's comforting, and it's really healthy at the same time! I might have mentioned that already, but I love dishes with an interesting story behind them. ...
Cocido - Spanish Chicken and Chickpea Stew
Hearty, comforting, and super filling, Cocido is one of the most iconic Spanish dishes. It has many variations but usually, chickpeas, a few kinds of meats, and a bunch of veggies are included. My version features chicken, chorizo, chickpeas, and more! Sorry for being MIA lately, keeping up ...
Som Tum - Thai Green Papaya Salad
This Thai Green Papaya Salad, also known as Som Tum or Som Tam, is traditionally made in a large mortar and pestle but I am using the easier method which will take only 15 minutes! Named by CNN as one of the world's 50 best foods, this crunchy, tangy, and salty salad is a true feast of ...