Finally! In my mind I have been working on this recipe for quite a while. My recent visit to my German hometown with all the delicious, crusty, flavorful varieties of (even gluten free!) bread just jump-started the process. When one of my friends told me …
Visiting Italy is most definitely an adventure that makes you want to take in every single moment of your stay and engrave it into your memory. Well, at least it is for me. I love this country, its history, the people, the sound of the …
This is a new take on the all time Italian favorite. Rich in nutrients, packed with loads of vegan protein and fiber, this wholesome lasagna shows off amazing flavor and texture. It’s truly not easy to stop after the first serving, but honestly – you …
Don’t we all agree that Italian antipasti are divine? In my case I have to add, …especially when there’s eggplant involved. I didn’t have to do much research to find out that Caponata originated in Sicily. There are probably as many different ‘original’ versions of …
What I really love about crêpes is that you can eat them any way you want. Sweet, fruity, savory – anything is possible with this delicious French version of very thin pancakes. I decided to make the batter suitable for any kind of filling and, …
Have you ever had an ice cold soup for dinner? Well, take my word, in the hot summer months it’s so deliciously refreshing! I had almost forgotten about this wonderful dish when the summer heat made me question if I really wanted to cook dinner …
This Turkish flatbread comes very close to the one I used to buy in my German hometown. I still remember this wonderful Turkish store that sold the freshest produce, with crates of veggies and fruit sitting outside on display during the summer months. I loved …
I absolutely love traveling and indulging myself with delicacies of the various countries’ indigenous cuisines. One of my favorites will always be Italy with all its culinary highlights and tasty encounters. There is so much more beyond pizza and pasta but, most of the time, …
Chia pudding is still my absolute favorite for breakfast. To keep it interesting, I sometimes change up my every-day recipe and start experimenting. This time, I chose the combination of fresh peaches and cocoa. What a treat! The rich, chocolaty flavor of high quality, dark …
Flammkuchen (German), or tarte flambée (French), originated in the beautiful Alsace region of France. You could say that it is kind of the French version of our beloved pizza. It looks similar but is usually served in a rather rectangular or oval shape. The toppings …
