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Svíčková na Smetaně (Roast Sirloin in Sour Cream Sauce w/ Dumplings)

This traditional Czech dish is yet another testament to the Czech people’s love for creamy sauces. The main star of the dish is the tender roast sirloin steak bathed in...

Koprová Omáčka (Koprovka)

Stocks & Sauces

When serving a traditional Czech dish with dumplings, nothing pushes a meal from ordinary to delicious more than the right sauce – in this case Koprová Omáčka. This luscious sauce,...

Sekaná (Czech Meatloaf)

Meatloaf and mashed potatoes may appear to be a simple meal, but for many Czechs, it evokes a sense of home. This traditional Czech dish is surprisingly easy to prepare...

Kulajda (Mushroom, Potato, and Dill Soup)

Soups

Kulajda, or creamy dill, mushroom, and potato soup with poached egg, is a proud representative of the sweet and sour dish family. It originated in southern Bohemia but now it’s...

Zelňačka (Czech Sauerkraut Soup)

Soups

Zelňačka, a traditional Czech soup, features tangy sauerkraut as its star ingredient. Each family treasures its own recipe, passed down through generations, with most incorporating potatoes for added heartiness and...

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September 22, 2021

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Fall-off-the-Bone Pork Spare Ribs with Juicy Corn and Cilantro

A must try pork ribs recipe by Chef Kostas Magoulas made with top quality ribs by the Greek Butcher. Besides the top quality ribs, sage is Kostas secret ingredient for this dish. Related:...

Kostas Magoulas

September 18, 2021

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Champurrado (Mexican Hot Chocolate)

This creamy Mexican chocolate drink made with cornmeal and cinnamon has been part of the Mexican culture since the time of the Aztecs. It is Mexico’s most beloved winter warmer,...

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August 20, 2021

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Moros y Cristianos (Cuban Rice & Black Beans)

Moros y Cristianos is a traditional Cuban dish made with black beans and rice and it’s often enjoyed alongside a meaty main course or on its own as a delicious...

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July 31, 2021

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Buko Pie (Filipino Coconut Pie)

Buko pie is a delicious traditional Filipino dessert also known as young coconut pie or simply coconut pie. The story behind Buko Pie’s creation is as interesting as the pie...

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July 31, 2021

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Ropa Vieja (Cuban Old Clothes Dish)

The recipe for Ropa Vieja, translated to Old Clothes, has a long history in the Cuban cuisine. It’s considered the national dish of Cuba and recipes vary across the country...

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July 31, 2021

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Beef Stifado

Stifado is a traditional Greek beef stew cooked with tomatoes, onions, cinnamon, vinegar or red wine, and a variety of spices and herbs. Stifado roughly translates as a stew with lots of...

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July 9, 2021

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Asparagus Risotto with Prosecco

What is beyond risotto? I know it is a weird question to ask, but as a cook have you asked yourself what else can be prepared with great quality Italian...

Danilo Cortellini

June 24, 2021

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Watermelon and Tomato Salad

Executive Chef Matt Bolus combines blistered Shishito peppers and cherry tomatoes with watermelon and basil for a refreshing summer salad. Matt Bolus is the Executive Chef of the 404 Kitchen, an...

Matt Bolus

June 17, 2021

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Jollof & Suya

Jollof and Suya is a combination of two of the best known Nigerian foods – delicious Jollof rice cooked with vegetables and grilled chicken pieces marinated in a medley of...

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June 14, 2021

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Trinidad Corn Soup

Corn Soup is a popular dish in Trinidad and Tobago made with hearty corn, split peas and dumplings. It’s a satisfying dish with rich flavours and a creamy texture. This...

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June 13, 2021

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Steamed Mussels in Beer with Tasso Ham (Beer Can Mussels)

Seafood Recipes

This is a delicious beer-steamed mussels recipe with Tasso and spring onions by Chef Steve McHugh, of Cured, San Antonio, TX. This Beer Can Mussels dish combines the coastal charm of...

Steve McHugh

June 11, 2021

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Seafood and Okra Gumbo with Alligator Sausage

In the world of gumbos, there are few diehard rules. The only inviolable one is that the gumbo taste good. While this one does bow to tradition with okra as an ingredient,...

Ralph Brennan Restaurant Group

June 11, 2021

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Spiced Beef Salad with Chimichurri

This is a professional butcher’s spin on a summer salad by Ray Rastelli, Jr., the co-founder of Rastelli Foods Group, a word-class provider of products, including top-quality meats and seafood. This...

Ray Rastelli Jr.

May 26, 2021

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African Salad (Abacha and Ugba)

Abacha and Ugba, also known as African salad, is a beloved dish traditionally prepared by the Igbo tribe of Eastern Nigeria. Abacha is made from dried and shredded cassava root...

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May 9, 2021

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Bihon Pancit (Filipino Fried Rice Noodles)

Pancit bihon is a classic Filipino noodle dish, that’s easy to make and simply delicious. The basic ingredients for this dish are bihon, rice vermicelli or rice sticks, a protein such as...

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May 9, 2021

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Drinking Garri (Granulated Cassava)

Garri (also called “gari” or “gali” ins ome parts of sub-Saharan Africa) is a fine to coarse granular flour of varying texture made from cassava tubers (the root of the ...

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May 9, 2021

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Seared Dry-Aged Hanger Steak Tartare

Seared dry aged hanger steak tartare, marinated in an umami broth, served with a cured yolk and torched baby celery oil. This isn’t just any tartare; it’s a celebration of...

Kostas Magoulas

April 25, 2021

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Pan-Fried Sea Bream with Leek Cream & King Oyster Mushrooms

This is delicious pan-fried sea bream recipe shared by our friends Eleni and Alex from Food24_skg. This recipe seamlessly fuses the delicate flavors of sea bream with the smooth richness of...

Food24_skg

April 11, 2021

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Pork Adobo

Pork Recipes

Pork Adobo ranks the highest on the list of the Philippines’ most loved dishes and that’s no surprise to anyone who’s tried it. If you want to make this dish...

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April 8, 2021

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