Olivye (Ukrainian Potato Salad)
Olivye (Olivier) salad is a traditional dish served at most family get-togethers, in restaurants, at parties, and for New Year’s, Christmas, and Easter holidays. The salad is creamy, delicious, and...
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Hors Doeuvres & Canapes
No cocktail party or dinner is complete without a selection of Hors-oeuvres’ and Canapés that set the mood. Give your guests an experience they won’t forget.
Check out our selection of some of the best Hors-oeuvres’ and Canapés recipes!
Pierogie/Pirohy or Varenyky
Ever heard of Varenyky before? ⠀ Varenyky (vareniki/dumplings) are known all over the world and Ukraine is the motherland of this wonderful dish. Ukrainian varenyky can be both a main...
Golgappa | Pani Puri
Everyone wants golgappa, or, as I say, pani puri, or, as it’s also called, puchka! Recipe provided by Manan Mittal, a super talented Indian foodie that goes under the name...
Kashk-e-Bademjan
Kashk-e-Bademjan is an Iranian eggplant dip and appetizer that is the star of any table. With it’s smoky grilled eggplant aroma, tangy and creamy Persian whey sauce, and crispy sautéed...
Orange Cardamon Ricotta Figs
My recent food haul Waitrose & Partners included these gorgeous figs which I stuffed with ricotta, orange, cardamom and pistachios creating the perfect summer dessert or appetizer. It’s an easy and quick...
Traditional Romanian Pork Greaves and Lard
Pork greaves and lard are traditional Romanian foods that are traditionally prepared prior to the holiday season and then eaten pretty much throughout the year. It is fairly easy to...
Romanian Beef Salad (Salata de Boeuf)
Beef (boeuf) salad is indispensable on the Romanian holiday table, especially during Easter and Christmas. Romanians follow several recipes for beef salad, and we have compiled a selection of the...
Crispy Dandelion, Yogurt and Honey by Chef Ana Roš
This is an amazing dish served at Hiša Franko last season created by Head Chef Ana Roš called Crispy Dandelion, Yogurt and Honey. Check out our interview with Chef Ana...
Ice Trout
Ice trout is an easy-to-make delicious appetizer that celebrates the spirit of Estonian cuisine – using raw, sustainable ingredients that nature has to offer. The recipe was provided by Chef...
Falafel Recipe by Michael Rantissi
It takes time to make good falafel so you’ll need to start this falafel recipe 24 hours in advance. To shape the falafel you can use a traditional falafel spoon,...
David Thompson’s Green Papaya Salad
Originating from ethnic Lao people, this spicy salad is a delicious appetizer. It is eaten throughout South-Asia and you’ll find it in a few different forms in Thailand, Laos, Vietnam...
Mushroom Empanadas
Empanadas are stuffed pastries that are hugely popular in South America. The filling can be anything from beef and chicken to vegetarian or vegan-friendly choices of cheese and mushrooms. This...
