Moroccan Swordfish on Creamy Polenta with Coriander & Lemon Oil
This recipe is a wonderful marriage of flavours and cultures. Some will claim swordfish, is a very boring fish, and in all honesty it is a bit simple on its...
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Spice Crusted Chicken with Orange & Ginger Beurre Blanc
Beurre blanc is a traditional French butter sauce. In this recipe I’ve tweaked it a little by adding the juice of an orange and infused it with a little ginger....
Catfish Medallions with Dijon Lentils & Red Wine Butter Sauce
Sheatfish is a type of European catfish that inhabits the rivers of Central and Eastern Europe. This sheatfish recipe can be adapted to other type of catfish as well. It...
Suckling Pig with Pork Ravioli & Sautéed Pointed Cabbage
Seasoned with caraway, an aromatic spice beloved in Austrian cuisine, the suckling pig takes on an irresistible aroma. Complementing the star of the dish are delicate pork ravioli, skillfully crafted...
Soft-Shell Crabs with Garlic and Black Pepper
This mouthwatering dish celebrates the natural sweetness of soft-shell crabs, flavored with garlic and just a kick of black pepper. Enjoy! Related:Â Spanish Crab & Prawn Croquettes (Croquetas)Related:Â Spanner Crab Salad w/...
Mediterranean Braised Lamb Shoulder
This hearty dish is a true taste of the Mediterranean, and it’s surprisingly simple to make! The aromatic spices and garlic create a medley of flavors that will fill your...
Lobster Bolognese with Brown Butter Truffle Sauce
From the ocean’s to the earth’s finest ingredients: lobster and truffles combined in an incredibly delicious dish with an Italian accent. Enjoy this delicious lobster Bolognese recipe with brown butter...
Marinated Skirt Steak
In this marinated skirt steak recipe we’ll guide you through the process of preparing the perfect marinade to infuse the skirt steak with rich and savory goodness. Discover the art...
Fettuccine with Salmon & Asparagus in Lemon and Dill Oil
Salmon and dill is another one of those unbeatable combinations that has stood the test of time. In this recipe I have included a few ingredients that are very complimentary...
Harissa Chicken on Corn & Coriander Fritters with Pineapple Salsa
Want to cook something spicy for your guests? Do some of your guests like a little more kick than others? Then this is perfect dish to cook. For the spice...
Prosciutto Wrapped Salmon with Wilted Spinach & Lemon Beurre Blanc
The contrasts of crispy prosciutto and tender salmon come together beautifully under the beurre blanc. This is a dish that I first discovered when working in a traditional Italian Restaurant...
Herb Marinated Chicken Breast with Prosciutto & White Bean Salad
This dish is on the top of my list for summer entertaining dishes. It sits there proudly for a couple of reasons, firstly, it's always a crowd pleaser and secondly,...
Cheese-Stuffed Kebabs (Kaserli Kebab)
This oriental recipe combines the best of both worlds—succulent beef and lamb kebabs encasing a molten core of delicious melted cheese. Cheese lovers and kebab enthusiasts alike will be captivated...
Greek (Santorini) Fava with Octopus
Prepare for a culinary journey that combines the tender delights of roast octopus with the velvety perfection of Greek fava – a delicious yellow split peas puree. Greek fava with...
Sofrito: Greek Beef Tenderloin in Garlic Sauce
This is a delicious tender beef fillet that has been fried in medium heat to capture all the juices and tastiness inside, then slowly cooked in a garlic-based sauce. It...
Roasted Mexican Chicken
Make your next Sunday family dinner a success with an easy yet flavor-packed Mexican-style whole chicken roast. This recipe will turn just a few humble ingredients into some of the...
Fasolakia Lathera: Greek Green Beans in Olive Oil Sauce
This traditional Greek dish of green beans in olive oil sauce is a feast for both the eyes and the senses. The vibrant green beans are perfectly cooked with tender...
Hortopita: Greek Greens Pie
Greeks love pies and the Greek cuisine features many amazingly delicious savory pies. One of the most popular is the pie of Greek greens, also known as hortopita. This Greek...
Braised Pork with Tomato Sauce (Rosto Naxos, Greece)
Enjoy an amazing traditional dish from the enchanting island of Naxos, Greece with this special braised pork with tomato sauce recipe. Known locally as rosto, this tantalizing masterpiece showcases the...
Riganato – Greek Sautéed Beef Liver
Riganato is a traditional Greek dish that you’ll surely love. Thin slices of beef liver are quickly sautéed to golden perfection in a hot pan with extra virgin olive oil,...
Beef Stroganoff
They say that true Stroganoff; the recipe created in Russia at some point in the late 1800's is quite different from what most of us know it as. The beef...
Ossobuco with Roast Tomato Sauce
Veal shanks with roast tomato sauce, although not overly extravagant or involved to prepare, Osso Buco is, and always has been a real treat to make. Is it the joy...
Grilled Sardines on Red Pepper Coulis with Reduced Balsamic
Sardines are abundant in spring and summer and are also at their most flavoursome during these months. In this dish the beautiful flavour of this fish is paired with the...
Pork Bourguignon (French Pork Stew)
Imagine a rich and hearty French dish that is sure to satisfy any meat lover’s cravings. This Pork Bourguignon is a superb dish that will transport you to the cozy...