Japanese Food Made Easy, written by Aya Nishimura, features a wonderful variety of Japanese recipes developed with the home cook in mind. A few highlights include Yakitori (Grilled Chicken Skewers), Kamatama Udon, Sweet Tofu with Hojicha Syrup, Nasu Dengaku (Miso Eggplant), and Yuzu-Marinated Salmon. I will also be sharing her recipe for Cold Udon Noodles…
A recipe for Cantaloupe Arugula Salad! Balls of cantaloupe are lightly tossed with fresh mozzarella, herbs, arugula, prosciutto, and red onion for a light and refreshing summer salad. Disclosure: This post contains Amazon affiliate links. If you purchase something through the link, I may receive a small commission at no extra charge to you. Here…
Perfectly Creamy Frozen Yogurt: 56 Amazing Flavors Plus Recipes for Pies, Cakes & Other Frozen Desserts, written by Nicole Weston, features an incredible variety of fun and seasonal frozen yogurt recipes. A few exciting flavors include Honey & Goat Cheese, Apple Pie, White Chocolate Raspberry, Black Cherry Vanilla, and Browned Butter Pecan. I will also…
A recipe for Ladenia Milou (Λαδένια Μήλου, Greek Olive Oil Flatbread)! This light flatbread is topped with thinly sliced tomatoes and onions along with plenty of olive oil. Disclosure: This post contains Amazon affiliate links. If you purchase something through the link, I may receive a small commission at no extra charge to you. Ladenia…
The Ultimate Dutch Oven Cookbook: The Best Recipes on the Planet for Everyone’s Favorite Pot, written by Emily and Matt Clifton, features a wonderful and flavor-packed collection of 60 recipes all centered around the Dutch Oven. A few highlights include Crispy Pork Belly Braised in Sherry and Soy, Dulce de Leche Rice Pudding, Kimchi Mac…
Our visit to the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County and a recipe for Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs inspired by our travels! These LA-style hot dogs are wrapped in bacon and topped with grilled onions, peppers, ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise. Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles…
Food of Life: Ancient Persian and Modern Iranian Cooking and Ceremonies, written by Najmieh Batmanglij, features the incredible cooking of Iran in 330 recipes along with the traditions and history surrounding the cuisine. A few highlights include Tabriz-Style Meatballs (Kufteh Tabrizi), Onion Soup (Eshkeneh), Apple Khoresh (Khoresh-e Sib), Sesame Brittle (Mama Jim Jim), and Barbari…
A recipe for Star-Shaped Doughnuts! These festive yeast-based doughnuts are topped with vanilla, strawberry, and blueberry glaze along with plenty of sprinkles. Celebrate July 4th or any time of year by adding a little red, white, and blue to your breakfast/brunch with these Star-Shaped Doughnuts! After forming a yeast-based dough and allowing it to rise overnight,…
Penang Local: Cult Recipes from the Streets that Make the City, written by Aim Aris and Ahmad Salim, brings the flavors of Penang to the home kitchen with an incredible assortment of street food favorites for any time of day. A few highlights include Roti Jala (Lacy Pancakes), Chilli Pan Mee (Chilli Flat Noodles), Coconut…
A recipe for Watermelon Feta Orzo Salad! This refreshing pasta salad is packed with watermelon, feta, red onion, and fresh mint. This Watermelon Feta Orzo Salad is a great summer side dish to accompany seasonal grilling and/or picnics. It is also a fantastic way to use up leftover watermelon! The flavors in the pasta salad…
A recipe for Silver Dollar Pancakes and an overview of some of our favorite places in Hermosa Beach, California! Disclosure: This post contains Amazon affiliate links. If you purchase something through the link, I may receive a small commission at no extra charge to you. Hermosa Beach Hermosa Beach is nestled between Redondo Beach and…
