German Home Kitchen: Traditional Recipes That Capture the Flavors of Germany, written by Sophie Sadler, features a comforting variety of regional sweet and savory German favorites for every occasion. A few highlights include Franzbrötchen (Croissant-Style Cinnamon Rolls), Gemischter Salat (German Mixed Salad), Rinderrouladen (Beef Roulade), Chicken Döner Kebab (Meat-Stuffed Bread Pockets), and Käsekuchen im Glas…
A recipe for Koledna Pitka (Bulgarian Christmas Bread)! This yeast-based bread can be twisted and twirled into a variety of shapes for a festive addition to the holiday table. I first came across the inspiration for this Koledna Pitka (Коледна питка, Bulgarian Christmas Cake) recipe 10 years ago over on Seasons and Suppers. I am…
Delicious Japanese Street Eats: 60 Soulful Street Food Recipes, written by Laure Kié, features a variety of sweet and savory bites for the home cook inspired by the markets of Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto. A few highlights include Negima Yakitori, Takoyaki, Katsu Sando, Curry Pan, and Japanese Crêpes. I will also be sharing her recipe…
A recipe for Eierpunsch (German Egg Punch) inspired by our time at the Heidelberg Christmas Market! This warming drink has a blend of egg liqueur, white wine, orange juice, and whipped cream. Disclaimer: Consume alcoholic beverages at your own risk and liability. This recipe is intended only for those over the age of 21 (in the…
This is a Book About Rice, written by Brendan Pang, features a vibrant and flavor-packed collection of 60 rice-based recipes from across Asia, Africa, and beyond. A few highlights include Spiced Mauritian Fried Rice, Taiwanese Lu Rou Fan (Braised Pork Rice Bowl), Crunchy Indian Rice Pakoras (Fritters), Tangy Burmese Tomato Rice Salad, and Filipino Baked…
A recipe for Orange Almond Cookie Bars! These crisp and chewy cookies have a fragrant blend of flavors with orange, cardamom, and almond. I first came across the idea for these Orange Almond Cookie Bars over on Little Life of Mine and they continue to be a fun addition to the cookie platter during the…
Sugar & Spice: Flavor-Packed Dinners and Desserts to Crave, written by Remi Idowu, features an exciting and vibrant collection of both sweet and savory recipes for every occasion. A few highlights include Spicy Burnt Sausage Pasta, Cheesy Caramelised Onion Rolls, Suya Chicken, Ultimate Speculoos White Hot Chocolate, and Carrot Cake Cheesecake. I will also be…
A recipe for Gebrannte Mandeln (German Candied Almonds) inspired by our time at the Frankfurt am Main Christmas Market! Last December, I spent a few days in Munich and Frankfurt am Main, Germany with one of my best friends who graduated with her master’s degree! We had such a wonderful time exploring the cities and checking out the…
Artisan Italian Baking at Home: 60 Authentic Recipes for Breads, Focaccia, Pizzas, Cakes and More, written by Alessandra Fontana, features a wonderful collection of regional Italian sweet and savory baked goods for the home baker along with detailed guides for building and maintaining a starter. A few highlights include Mafalda, Spinach and Egg Bruschetta, Strudel…
A recipe for Pork Egg Rolls! These homemade egg rolls are filled with a spiced pork and vegetable mixture, then fried until crisp and bubbly. This recipe for Pork Egg Rolls was inspired by Steamy Kitchen and they continue to be a favorite over 10 years later. I am updating the post today with a…
Dumplings: 80 Dreamy Dumpling Recipes from Asia, features an exciting collection of sweet and savory dumplings from across China, Vietnam, Nepal, Korea, Thailand, and Japan. A few highlights include Pho Soup Dumplings, Prawn Crystal Flower Dumplings, Spicy Thai-Style Beef Dumplings, Vegan Mushroom & Cabbage Dumplings, and Black Sesame Tang Yuan. I will also be sharing…