Dolmas, from the Turkish verb “to stuff“, are the culinary legacy of the mighty Ottoman Empire. They form part of the meze or hors d’oeuvres menu of the eastern Mediterranean. [feast_advanced_jump_to] Dolmas history and background: The precursor to dolmas is thought to be the Greek thrion” a fig leaf stuffed with sweetened cheese. Dolmas can…
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Lemon Tartlets – How to Make Fresh Lemon Curd
Have you tried lemon tartlets? Aah, the flavor of fresh lemons! I love lemon anything: Lemon tartlets, lemon pie, lemonade, lemon candy. Okay, you get the picture, if it tastes like lemon I am game. This lemon tartlet recipe I have here for you will be the hit at your next party. The lemon curd recipe…
Sparkling Berry Lemony Mocktail
This sparkling berry lemony mocktail is the perfect end to a day’s work, especially in hot weather. What is a mocktail? A fun, flavorful drink sans booze. A sweet way to perk up I adore the way the flavors of Dasani Sparkling tickles my taste buds. It’s the perfect choice when you want a little…
Rosewater Lemonade and History
Everybody loves roses right? Well, what better way to add more roses to your life than to add them to your food! Lemonade might go hand-in-hand with summer and picnics. Who says you can’t enjoy a glass of this tasty beverage in February, right? Just think of rosewater lemonade as the “lemonade of love”. My…
