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Aioli (Roasted Garlic Mayonnaise)

Stocks & Sauces

The Italian words for garlic and oil are aglio and olio respectively. Not hard to see where this dish gets its name or its ingredients for that matter. If you...

Paul Hegeman

March 3, 2023

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Moules Mariniere (French Mussels in White Wine Sauce)

This is a classic French mussel dish that will have you booking the next flight to Normandy. Although this dish is quintessentially French it is probably more of a consistent...

Paul Hegeman

March 3, 2023

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Scallops with Sesame and Wakame

A lot of recipes that incorporate Sea Scallops tend to drown them in rich sauces. I think that this is a bit of a shame as rich sauces are best...

Paul Hegeman

March 3, 2023

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Mackerel Sashimi with Hot Shallot Oil & Chili

This is a super delicious mackerel sashimi recipe with a superb hot shallot oil made with flavorful macadamia nut oil. It comes with chives and chilis on top for an...

Steven Snow

March 3, 2023

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Langoustine Carpaccio with Citrus Dressing

This is a gourmet appetizer by Chef Jeff Tyler which is both energizing and super light at the same time. The delicate flavor of the langoustine is enhanced by the...

Jeff Tyler

March 3, 2023

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Spicy Sweet Potato Chili with Pineapple

I sometimes like to open the pantry, see what ingredients I have in there, and let my creativity run wild by developing new recipes on the fly. This is how...

Razvan Stupar

February 27, 2023

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Nigerian Tomato Stew

Tomato stew is the most popular stew in Nigeria. As there are plenty of tomatoes and peppers grown here, it makes perfect sense that Nigerians would create a delicious and...

Aderinsola Adeosun

February 27, 2023

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Nigerian Zobo Drink (Sorrel Drink)

Nigerian zobo drink, an ox-red or burgundy drink, is also known as traditional iced tea, sorrel or bissap. It is simple to prepare at home and an amazingly refreshing treat...

Aderinsola Adeosun

February 27, 2023

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What’s the Best Halibut Recipe? Check Out Our 25 Favorites

Seafood Recipes

If you’re looking to introduce more healthy fish into your diet, chances are you’re thinking about using cod, salmon, or tuna. But halibut is a great alternative. It’s a lean...

Julie Zawadzki

February 27, 2023

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Portuguese Easter Bread (Folar de Páscoa)

This is a traditional sweet Easter bread which is hugely popular around Easter in Portugal. Similar to the Italian Easter egg cookies, it incorporates boiled eggs as the bread symbolizes...

Chef's Pencil Staff

February 27, 2023

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Italian Easter Egg Cookie with Eggs

Cudduraci, also called colluraci, collure or cuddhure, are traditional Italian Easter cookies from Calabria, the famous Southern Italian region which occupies the southern tip of Italy. These cookies are also...

Chef's Pencil Staff

February 27, 2023

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Armenian Easter Bread (Choreg)

Choreg (spelled also chorag or choereg) is a delicious traditional Armenian-braided yeast bread. Some choreg recipes are sweet while others are slightly savory, as the recipe varies from family to...

Chef's Pencil Staff

February 26, 2023

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Thieboudienne (Fish and Rice) – The National Dish of Senegal

Thieboudienne, also known as ceebu jen in Wolof (the native language of the Wolof people who inhabit large swaths of land in Western Africa), is one of West Africa’s most...

Aderinsola Adeosun

February 23, 2023

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Niter Kibbeh (Ethiopian Spiced Clarified Butter)

Niter Kibbeh is a key ingredient in many Eritrean and Ethiopian dishes; like berbere spice, it is must-have ingredient for cooking authentic Ethiopian food. It is possible to make niter...

Aderinsola Adeosun

February 23, 2023

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Messer Wot | Misir Wot (Ethiopian Red Lentils Stew)

Messer Wot, also spelled Misir Wot, This dish is highly popular in Ethiopia, and nearly everyone has their own recipe, though they are all quite similar. It is traditionally eaten...

Aderinsola Adeosun

February 23, 2023

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Beef Mishkaki

Mishkaki, sometimes spelled Mshikaki is a famous East African street food that consists of marinated meat such as beef, goat, or chicken that is gently cooked on skewers over hot charcoals....

Aderinsola Adeosun

February 23, 2023

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Roasted Garlic Recipe – How to Roast Garlic (With Video Instructions)

This is a deliciously sweet and easy way to enjoy garlic and the roasted garlic recipe is so simple that I’m sure it will become the only way you eat...

Paul Hegeman

February 21, 2023

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Garfish Pie

This is a super fun garfish recipe which results in a show-stoper dish. While garfish is not highly popular, its meat has a chicken-like texture and a mild flavor. Try...

Nicholas Bennett

February 21, 2023

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26 Best Noodle Recipes

When you’re looking for a healthy, flavorful dish that can be put together quickly, a bowl of noodles with delicious broth, some fresh veggies, and your favorite protein is a...

Julie Zawadzki

February 20, 2023

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Kenyan Pilau

Pilau, a delicious rice-based meal, is popular along Kenya’s Swahili coast. Beef, chicken, and goat meat can be used to make pilau, though beef is my favorite choice. The main ingredient is rice,...

Aderinsola Adeosun

February 20, 2023

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Creamy Potato Bacon Soup

Soups

Everybody likes potatoes and bacon, and even more so when they can be used to make a hearty, comforting cream soup. This rich and nutritious meal will fill you up...

Razvan Stupar

February 20, 2023

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Shiro Wat (Ethiopian Chickpea Stew)

Ethiopians have a strong tradition of religious fasting: every Wednesday, Friday, and before every religious holiday. On these fasting days, shiro wat is probably the most popular Ethiopian dish. Shiro, or...

Aderinsola Adeosun

February 18, 2023

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Nigerian Fisherman Soup

A well-known Nigerian dish from the southern regions of the country (particularly Akwa Ibom and Cross River), this fisherman’s soup is locally regarded as food for the affluent. Nigerian fisherman’s...

Aderinsola Adeosun

February 18, 2023