Fresh Bento: Affordable, Healthy Box Lunches Your Kids Will Adore!, written by Wendy Thorpe Copley, features a whimsical collection of over 45 American-style lunches using a variety of seasonal ingredients and flavors. Themes range from Astronauts and Jellyfish to Numbers and Colors. I will also be sharing her recipe for a Red Bento Box following…
A recipe for Almogrote (Canarian Cheese Pâté)! Grated cheese is blended with garlic, paprika, and olive oil for a robust accompaniment to bread and crackers. During a recent visit to Grand Cata in the Mosaic District, Chad picked up a bottle of Suertes del Marques 7 Fuentes 2020 from Valle de la Orotava, Canary Islands….
Little Portugal: Bold and Flavorful Portuguese Cooking from My New Jersey Kitchen features a vibrant collection of 60 recipes inspired by Lauren Covas’ hometown and family. A few highlights include Classic Seafood Rice, Lemon Garlic Febras, The Fisherman’s Stew, Fire-Roasted Pepper Salad, and Arroz Doce. I will also be sharing her recipe for Grilled Octopus…
A recipe for Pistou (Provençal Basil Sauce)! This vibrant sauce is packed with fresh basil for a perfect accompaniment to soup, bread, meat, and pasta. I was originally inspired to make this recipe for Pistou (Provençal Basil Sauce) while reviewing Culinaria France in 2016. Unfortunately, the book is no longer in print. I am updating the post…
A Day in Seoul: A Korean Cookbook, written by Julian Kim, features over 80 beloved recipes inspired by the city from breakfast, lunch, and dinner to sweet treats and late night snacks. A few highlights include Gilgeori Toast (Korean Street Toast), Sogogi Mechurial Jangjorim (Braised Beef in Soy Sauce), Tangsuyuk (Sweet and Sour Pork), Patbingsu…
A recipe for Fränkische Weinsuppe (Franconian Wine Soup) inspired by my time in Würzburg, Germany! This creamy soup is flavored with a blend of vegetables and white wine. Last fall, I spent a little over a week traveling through Austria (for the first time!) and Germany. I am finishing the series today with my time…
Smoke and Seasoned Bread: Recipes from Türkiye, written by Hasan Semay, features over 80 regional recipes alongside travel memories and engaging photography. A few highlights include Atom (Yogurt-Dressed Peppers), Izgara Kalamar (Grilled Squid with Flowering Oregano and Pul Biber), Karnıyarık (Stuffed Eggplants), Terbizesiz Tavuk (Rude Chicken), and Şıllık Tatlısı (Walnut-Stuffed Crêpes). I will also be…
A recipe for White Chocolate Lime Cookies! These soft, chewy cookies are packed with white chocolate chips and a hint of fresh lime. I was first inspired to make these White Chocolate Lime Cookies back in 2013 after seeing them over on Evil Shenanigans. Today, I am updating the recipe with some slight adjustments and…
The Art and Craft of Japanese Cooking, written by Nancy Singleton Hachisu, features an incredibly detailed insight into regional Japanese artisans and chefs alongside 140 recipes with a focus on local and seasonal ingredients. A few highlights include Soba Sushi Rolls, Sour Cream Tofu, Snapper with Yuzu Beurre Blanc, Grilled Chicken Wings and Tomato in…
A recipe for Marsala Burgers! These grilled beef patties are layered in a brioche bun with a creamy Marsala mushroom sauce and lettuce. I first came across the inspiration for these Marsala Burgers over on Everyday Annie (and she was inspired by Smells Like Home). They are such a fun variation for summer grilling with…
A recipe for Linzer Torte inspired by my time in Linz, Austria! Considered the oldest cake recipe in the world, this classic dessert pairs a spiced shortcrust base with a layer of red currant jelly. Last fall, I visited Austria for the first time! I spent a little over a week traveling through Innsbruck, Salzburg,…