Coastline: The Food of Mediterranean Italy, France and Spain, written by Lucio Galletto and David Dale, features over 100 recipes from the Mediterranean coastline of eastern Spain to western Italy with beautiful photography and captivating stories. Highlights include Broqueta de Llagostins (Shrimp Skewers with Paprika), Escalivada (Roasted Vegetables), Fideua Negra (Black Noodles with Seafood), Coca…
Patatas a la Riojana (Potatoes Rioja-Style with Chorizo)
Patatas a la Riojana are Rioja-style potatoes simmered in a pimentón (sweet paprika) stew with pieces of Spanish chorizo and caramelized onions. It is perfect for serving with an assortment of tapas or anytime you want a hearty, warming meal. Disclosure: This post contains Amazon affiliate links. If you purchase something through the link, I may receive…
Tasting Georgia Cookbook Review and Kartopilis Khinkali (Small Potato Khinkali Dumplings)
Tasting Georgia: A Food and Wine Journey in the Caucasus, written by Carla Capalbo, features the beautiful cuisine of a small country nestled between the Caucasus Mountains and the Black Sea. More than just a cookbook, Carla has created a detailed travel guide with information on 40 family wineries, local restaurants and wine bars, and…
Ocean City, Maryland and Boardwalk Fries
We recently took a trip through the Eastern Shore of Maryland and explored St. Michaels and Easton, then Ocean City, and back to Cambridge before heading home. Today, I am covering the last section of our trip, Ocean City and Assateague Island, along with a recipe for Boardwalk Fries. In case you missed it, here…
Farm to Table Asian Secrets Cookbook Review and Curried Vegetable Turnovers
Farm to Table Asian Secrets: Vegan & Vegetarian Full-Flavored Recipes for Every Season, written by Patricia Tanumihardja, features Asian flavors in a variety of seasonal lightened meals. I got a chance to meet Patricia a couple of years ago during one of her cooking demos and was so excited to discover that she was creating a new…
Irish Crisp Sandwich and St. Patrick’s Day Round-Up
The Irish Crisp Sandwich, Crisp Sambo, is perfect for a quick and easy snack this St. Patrick’s Day. All you need are two slices of bread, some Irish butter (I have seen Kerrygold at most supermarkets lately), and potato chips (crisps). Mairéad of Irish American Mom and The Daily Spud both recommend using Tayto Cheese and Onion…
Bajan Chicken and Potato Roti
While Mardi Gras is one of the most well-known Carnival celebrations in the United States, festivals are held throughout the world. In the Caribbean, Carnival festivals are actually spread out over the year depending on the country. Barbados is known for their Crop Over which runs from June to the beginning of August and signifies the end of…
Amsterdam: Rijksmuseum, Anne Frank Huis, and Hutspot met Gehaktballen (Dutch Mashed Potatoes and Carrots with Meatballs)
Today is my last post highlighting our recent trip to the Netherlands. I will be covering the Rijksmuseum, Anne Frank Huis, food and shopping, and a recipe for Hutspot met Gehaktballen (Dutch Mashed Potatoes and Carrots with Meatballs). Here are my previous posts from my trip: Part 1 (Vondelpark, the Heineken Experience, Albert Cuyp Markt), Part 2 (Het…
Rotterdam: Maritiem Museum, Markthal, and Patatje Oorlog (Dutch War Fries)
While visiting the Netherlands, we spent most of our week in the area surrounding Amsterdam. I wanted to take one day trip and decided on Rotterdam. There are so many amazing places to visit in the Netherlands, but Rotterdam separates itself from the rest of the country with its modern architecture and unique attractions. Here…
Mechadong Baka (Filipino Beef Mechado)
Recipe for Mechadong Baka- a Filipino Beef Mechado with tomato sauce, potatoes, carrots, and onions. Mechadong Baka (Beef Mechado) is a tangy Filipino beef tomato stew with potatoes, carrots, and onions. Traditionally, the stew was made using cheap and lean cuts of meat that had very little fat/marbling. To help add flavor, an incision was made…
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