Mexican Ice Cream: Beloved Recipes and Stories, written by Fany Gerson, features over 60 classic and unique Mexican ice cream flavors such as Nieve de Mamey (Mamey Ice Cream), Helado de Ron con Pasas (Rum Raisin Ice Cream), Helado de Tres Leches (Tres Leches Ice Cream), Nieve de Mango Endiablado (Deviled Mango Sorbet- photo on…
L’Appart Review and Marshmallow Creme Fudge
L’Appart: The Delights and Disasters of Making My Paris Home features David Lebovitz’s experiences in taking his expat life in Paris to the next level- searching for and renovating his own home. With language barriers, cultural differences, and misunderstandings, he has plenty of pitfalls and learns quite a bit along the way. David incorporates 25 sweet…
Chocolate de Maní (Dominican Peanut Milk)
Chocolate de Maní is a Dominican peanut drink that actually doesn’t have any chocolate at all! Roasted peanuts are blended into milk until smooth and simmered with warming spices for a comforting beverage. This Chocolate de Maní comes from the Dominican Republic and reminds me of Peanut Punch from surrounding Caribbean countries. We were on…
Persepolis Cookbook Review and Keskul-e-Fugara (Turkish Milk and Almond Pudding)
Persepolis: Vegetarian Recipes from Persia and Beyond, written by Sally Butcher, showcases a flavorful assortment of over 150 vegetarian recipes with inspiration from the Middle East, Northern Africa, and the Caucasus. Many are favorites from her London shop and café, Persepolis. Highlights include Su Boregi (Spinach and Almond Pie), Halim (Eggplant Porridge with Brown Butter…
Easy Indian Cooking Review and Cardamom Brownies
Easy Indian Cooking: 101 Fresh & Feisty Indian Recipes, written by Hari Nayak, features traditional Indian flavors with contemporary methods and presentations. Highlights include Paneer Picatta, Spinach and Thyme Roti Flatbreads, Tropical Fruit Salad with Chili Lime Vinaigrette, Classic Marinated Lamb Curry, Hot and Sour Chickpeas, and Salted Yogurt Lassi with Cumin. I will also…
#FoodieExtravaganza Oktoberfest: Nusskämme (German Hazelnut Combs)
This month, #FoodieExtravaganza is celebrating Oktoberfest and I am joining in with a recipe for Nusskämme, German Hazelnut Combs! Foodie Extravaganza is a monthly party hosted by bloggers who love food! Each month we incorporate one main ingredient or theme from The Nibble into recipes to share with you and Sue of Palatable Pastime is hosting Oktoberfest…
Vegan: The Cookbook Review and Couscous with Pistachio and Apricot
Vegan: The Cookbook, written by Jean-Christian Jury, is an extensive collection of nearly 500 vegan recipes inspired by flavors from around the world in 584 pages. Highlights include Colcannon from Ireland, Spinach with Tomato and Peanut Butter Sauce from Zimbabwe, Tomato Gazpacho from Spain, Karachi Dumplings from Pakistan, Strawberry Mochi from Japan, and Veggie Burgers from the…
Carrot Cake Waffles and Easter Round-Up
These Carrot Cake Waffles are the perfect addition to a springtime brunch. Light and fluffy waffles are filled with grated carrots and warming spices. Top them with a dollop of whipped cream cheese, a sprinkling of chopped walnuts, and a drizzle of maple syrup. Some recipes I came across also included raisins (like this one from…
Turkish Delights Cookbook Review and Cevizli Erişte (Turkish Walnut Pasta)
Turkish Delights: Stunning Regional Recipes from the Bosphorus to the Black Sea, written by John Gregory-Smith, features an incredible assortment of over 100 dishes from throughout Turkey. Popular favorites such as Karides (Shrimp with Sun-dried Tomatoes and Butter), Revani (Semolina Lemon Cake), Granny’s Pilav, Taze Fasulye (Green Beans with Tomatoes and Olive Oil), and Şiş…
Easy Chinese Recipes Cookbook Review and Sweet Peanut Nuggets
Easy Chinese Recipes: Family Favorites from Dim Sum to Kung Pao, written by Bee Yinn Low, features a collection of favorite Chinese dishes perfect for beginners and those short on time. Notable recipes include Crispy Fried Wontons, Simple Egg Drop Soup, Baked BBQ Pork Puffs (Cha Shao Su), Beef with Broccoli (Xi Lan Hua Niu…
