Bacon-Wrapped Ground Beef Skewers (Kebabs)
The mouth-watering combination of juicy ground beef, crispy bacon, and charred vegetables will steal your heart! The recipe is perfect for a quick and easy dinner, but it works also...
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Pan-Fried Pork Chops with Mushroom Sauce
This is a delicious pan-fried pork chops recipe by Chef Giorgos Tsoulis. The pork chops are first sautéed in a hot pan and then cooked in a delicious mushroom sauce....
Pan-Fried Pork Chops with Plums & Rosemary
If you’re looking for a quick and easy dinner that still feels special, this pork chop with plums and rosemary recipe is just the thing. The dish bursts with flavor,...
Thick Veal/Beef Stock
With this base stock you can make virtually any dark sauce you need. One of the nicest things about dining out in restaurants is experiencing foods you can't make at...
Roasted Duck Legs with Roasted Napa Cabbage & Cranberry Jam
This roasted duck legs recipe is a true delight for anyone who loves bold flavors and tender duck meat. The duck legs are paired with crisp Napa cabbage, roasted to...
Mediterranean Fish Soup with Shrimp & Mussels
This Mediterranean fish soup is the perfect comfort food for any time of year, making it a wonderful choice for a light yet satisfying meal. We recommend serving it with...
Chicken Soup w/ Semolina Dumplings: Supă cu Găluşte
This chicken soup with semolina dumplings is a dish you will regularly find in every Romanian home. It is usually served as a first course and it’s a favorite among...
Asian Chicken & Lime Soup
This vibrant Asian soup is a symphony of fresh vegetables, tender chicken, and satisfying noodles, all bathed in a fragrant and soothing lime and ginger-infused broth. It’s easy to make,...
Veggie Cream Soup with Pesto & Dried Tomatoes
This is one of those comfort soups that is so delicious and satisfying. This rich creamy veggie soup is easy to make and if you choose to add the pesto,...
Chimichurri & Shrimp Salad
This is a vibrant and refreshing salad that combines the tender shrimp with the bold, herbaceous flavors of chimichurri sauce. This salad is a perfect choice for a light and...
Apple and Kohlrabi Soup with Goat Cheese
Many asked me how I would make kohlrabi tasty. And it’s a very good question as it really is a bit of a challenge. So, what I did was to...
Smoked Duck Salad with Feta & Blackberry Sauce
This recipe is a great way to enjoy a protein-packed smoked duck breast together with a light spring mix and feta salad and a delicious blackberry sauce. Works great as...
Salmon Tartare with Apple, Cucumber and Radish Salad
This is a great way to enjoy salmon – but make sure you use only super fresh and high-quality salmon for your tartare. Before you start, here are a few...
Mozzarella & Poached Egg Salad with Blackberry Vinaigrette
This is a protein-packed salad with a perfectly poached egg, pomegranate seeds and a delicious blackberry vinaigrette. It’s easy to make and a family favorite. Directions: To poach the egg,...
Apple Gorgonzola Salad with Blackberry Vinaigrette
This vibrant salad is full of contrasting elements that come together harmoniously. Crisp, sweet apple slices provide a refreshing crunch, walnuts bring in earthy and slightly bitter notes, while the...
Red Wine Mushrooms
This delicious mushrooms recipe can be made with a variety of wines, both red and white. The chef’s favorite is Cabernet Sauvignon, but you can try it with other wines...
Chicken Tikka Masala
Surprisingly, this Indian-inspired chicken recipe has been voted the UK’s national dish, beating more traditional contenders such as fish and chips and roast beef. There are two parts to this recipe. The first...
Spanish (Galician) Octopus: Pulpo a’la Gallega
This recipe comes from a friend of mine, Maria, who’s from the beautiful coastal region of Galicia in the northwestern part of Spain. The area is bountiful in many types of...
Braised Baby Octopus with Rocket and Pear Salad
It doesn't get much easier than this, pop it all in a pot turn the heat down low, crack a beer and join your friends by the pool. In a...
Nuoc Cham: Vietnamese Dipping Sauce
Many recipes for "Nouc Cham" are calling for the garlic and the chili to be crushed in a mortar. You will need to find your own balance on that. The...
Warm Roast Veggie Salad with Cheese
I think most people have very fond memories of the Sunday roast dinner at a loved ones. Remember those vegetables; just thinking of them makes me wish I was there...
Zarzuela de Mariscos (Spanish Seafood Stew)
The first time I had Zarzuela was a few years back. A gang of us went to a Spanish restaurant for a going away dinner for a few of the...
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....
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...
