Crème Caramel
Get ready to indulge in a delectable dessert that’s perfect for family gatherings and special occasions. It’s time to whip...
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Creamy Lentil & Chickpea Soup
You can’t help but fall in love with this wonderfully flavored creamy lentil and chickpea soup. Somewhat sour due to...
Basbousa
A classic Middle Eastern dessert perfect for any occasion however widely enjoyed during Ramadan days. Basbousa is popular from Egypt...
The Priciest Michelin-starred Restaurants of 2024
The crisp autumn breeze signals the arrival of two of the most highly anticipated culinary seasons: crab and truffle. These luxurious ingredients, celebrated for their unmatched flavors and rarity, take...
The World’s Late Night Dining Capitals: The Cities Where Booking a Late Night Meal is Easiest
When you leave the cinema or theatre, or just when you’ve enjoyed a long day out, there is nothing like sitting down to a late meal with friends or family,...
Easter Chocolate Egg Brownies
Nothing says Easter indulgence quite like these Chocolate Egg Brownies! With a rich, fudgy texture and deep cocoa flavor, these brownies are the ultimate treat...
Hashweh Rice: Middle Eastern Rice w/ Ground Beef & Yogurt Sauce
Experience the bold flavors of the Middle East with this aromatic rice and spiced ground beef dish. Fluffy, cardamom-infused rice is tossed with seasoned ground beef (or lamb), peas, and...
Savory Cheese & Spinach Layered Loaf
What to do with leftover cheese after the holidays, Easter brunches or your epic cheese board from a wine night? If you’re left with more cheese than you know what...
Veganism’s Popularity Returns to Pre-2020 Levels
In 2022, Chef’s Pencil reported that the veganism movement had lost momentum, marking the beginning of a steep and steady decline in public interest. Recent...
Roasted Zucchini Rolls with Shrimp & Cheese
This appetizer is perfect for any season. On warm, sunny days, you can use an outdoor grill to roast the zucchini, while during the colder months, your trusty oven will...
Mediterranean Spinach & Egg Pie
Creamy spinach and eggs are a classic, well-loved pairing. This pie brings them together in a crispy, flaky puff pastry crust, with the addition of grated cheese for extra richness...
Middle Eastern Stuffed Potatoes (Batata Mahshi)
Batata Mahshi (or Batata Mahshiyeh) translates to “stuffed potatoes”, a beloved dish in Middle Eastern cuisine. These tender potatoes are filled with a flavorful mixture...
Sweet Cottage Cheese Dumplings: Romanian Papanași Fierți
Papanași is one of the most delicious and popular Romanian desserts, but not everyone knows that there are actually two types: fried and boiled. The fried papanași version is the...
Mini Shrimp & Bacon Quiches
What says more French patisserie than a quiche?! There are so many variations for this delightful bake, however if you are to host a fancier gathering, then a shrimp filling...
Kagianas: Greek-Style Scrambled Eggs with Feta & Smoked Pork
Kagianas with syglino and feta is a traditional Greek dish from the city of Kalamata. It’s made with scrambled eggs, feta cheese, tomatoes, herb and...
Güllaç
This traditional Turkish dessert is truly divine. Delicate (güllaç) sheets made from starch and water are soaked in sweetened milk, layered with crushed walnuts, and finished with a topping of...
