A couple of summers ago I became interested in cheese-making. I was talking to someone who casually mentioned she made fresh mozzarella and ricotta cheese. My ears perked up. I mean, up until that day I always thought any type of cheese-making involved a cave. Not so! [feast_advanced_jump_to] My cheese-making adventure began with goat cheese...
Recipes List
Avocado, Shrimp, Grapefruit Tapas
I've created a recipe: Avocado tapas with shrimp and grapefruit. [feast_advanced_jump_to] Ahh, avocados! One of my favorite things to eat. By the way, did you know that avocados are from Mexico? Yes, from Puebla to be exact. They go back to 10,000 B.C. I have to wonder when people discovered that they are for much...
Easy DIY Za'atar
Zatar or Za'atar, I love it! Until recently I was buying it from a company that specializes in spices. Recently it dawned on me that zatar is a spice blend, therefore I could probably create my own blend and you can too! After all, I had already dabbled in and succeeded in making chili powder,...
The Perfect and Classic Manhattan
The Manhattan: Not originally a strong drink The Manhattan was developed as a way to make a drink that was not TOO strong. Really? Yes, I guess the use of sweet vermouth was supposed to tame down the bourbon, or whiskey which I recently learned is the traditional choice. Cocktails like the Manhattan are making...
Basmati Rice with Apricots and Almonds
My Inspiration For the Recipe How many basmati rice recipes do you know? I am sure quite a few. Well, here's a brand new one that is delicious and nutritious as well: Basmati rice with apricots and almonds. This recipe is awesome; it's actually an adaptation from one of Goya's recipes. What makes it so...
French Style Herbed Slow Cooked Leg of Lamb
Roasted leg of lamb is the ultimate comfort food. I'm dreaming of juicy leg of lamb, which brings me to this post. Sometimes the best gifts are the simple ones. No bells and whistles, glossy pages, or shiny anything. There is definitely beauty in simplicity. No, I didn't get a leg of lamb for Christmas....
Arugula Blend Salad with Pomegranate Dressing
Arugula salad will spice up your greens Yes, salads can be EXCITING! This arugula blend salad has dried cherries, dried apricots and feta. I think it 's a great balance and contrast of flavors, especially when you drizzle in the pomegranate dressing. [feast_advanced_jump_to] Arugula with pomegranate dressing is just what I am needing. The feeding...
Pomegranate Margarita Recipe
Pomegranate Margarita: Sweet, tart, refreshing, and delicious beverage. This is the perfect cocktail for Valentines's Day. It's pretty, red, and so delicious. Now, let me be straight with you, when it comes to margaritas I've always been a purist. [feast_advanced_jump_to] I am not one of those girls who likes drinks with little colorful umbrellas. But...
Vanilla Custard Filled Buns: Skolleboller
Vanilla custard filled buns or Skolleboller literally translates into School Buns. Funny name, isn't it? But what's in a name? Read on! In the western parts of Norway these pastries are known as Skolleboller, while in the eastern parts of the country they are called Skollebrot/Skolebrød (school bread). So, what does this pastry have to do...
13 Desserts: A French Christmas Tradition
The 13 Desserts is a French Christmas tradition that incorporates a variety of sweets, nuts and other tasty items. Last year I posted my recipe for Buche Noel (Christmas Log), a typical French dessert served all through the Christmas season in France. Following that thread, I am posting not really a recipe, but a tradition...