When I was dreaming up the next recipes to share on the blog, I couldn’t stop thinking about the huge homegrown Greek pumpkin that a neighbor recently gave me. As I considered the different ways I could use this pumpkin, the first recipe that came to mind was this rich and nourishing fall harvest minestrone… Read more
I wasn’t expecting to create this recipe. My initial plan was simply to harvest these wild gems for my own enjoyment. However, the morning after foraging for my bounty, I woke up inspired to share this cherished harvest. So I dreamt up these wild blackberry crêpes to share with you. LIVING WITH THE SEASONS Living… Read more
Earlier this year, I had the privilege of traveling to Morocco for the very first time. And though it was my first visit to Africa, it certainly won’t be my last. My time in Morocco was nothing short of transformative. There is something truly magical about this country—the people, the light, the history, the energy… Read more
This feast was inspired by a meal I ate at a hotel restaurant in Athens, Greece. Rich and unctuous slow braised leg of lamb is paired with meltingly tender leek confit and silky sweet potato puree. This combination of textures and flavors makes for a luxurious feast that is surprisingly simple to prepare. It’s the… Read more
A sweet, creamy treat perfect for a hot summer’s day…rose & red currant mahalepi are simple to make & beautiful to behold. THE INSPIRATION BEHIND MY ROSE & RED CURRANT MAHALEPI I stumbled across red currants (frangostáfila in Greek) at one of the local markets here on the island. And even though I knew that… Read more
This is our most favorite way to enjoy hummus. Spiced vegan ground meat cooked until nice & crisp contrasts wonderfully against smooth and creamy hummus. Topped off with a refreshing chopped cucumber sumac pomegranate salad and toasted pine nuts, we could eat this hummus with vegan spiced meat every day. Hummus, the creamy chickpea spread… Read more
The most glorious holiday dessert. This festive trifle features sticky gingerbread spice cake, luscious cheesecake whipped cream & soft candied cranberries. Gingerbread and cranberries are my winter muses. My sticky gingerbread spice cake has already proven to be quite the fan favorite. And my soft candied cranberries are incredibly versatile. So what could be better… Read more
There isn’t another drink that makes me more nostalgic of my childhood. A sweet fizzy treat that is perfect in its simplicity. These candied cranberry Shirley Temples are my grown up version of the classic drink. My love affair with all things cranberry continues. With two big jars of soft candied cranberries in syrup standing… Read more
