Gennaro’s Fast Cook Italian, written by Gennaro Contaldo, showcases a variety of Italian dishes perfect for those who are short on time without compromising on flavor. Highlights include Bruschette con Pesche e Prosciutto (Bruschetta of Peaches and Prosciutto), Cavolfiore al Forno (Roasted Cauliflower with Lemon, Paprika, and Bay Leaves), Risotto Caprese (Risotto with Tomato, Mozzarella,…
L.A. Mexicano Cookbook Review and Fish Tacos
L.A. Mexicano: Recipes, People & Places, written by Bill Esparza, showcases the Mexican food culture of Los Angeles and the people behind the incredible dishes. Highlights include Lamb Barbacoa with Consommé from Paco Perez, Tamales de Pollo from Maria Elena Lorenzo, Michelada Verde from Ricardo Diaz, Hollenbeck Burrito in honor of Manny Rojas, Red Aguachile…
St. Michaels, Maryland and Maryland Crab Dip
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 St. Michaels and the Phillips Wharf Environmental Center on Tilghman Island along with a recipe for Maryland Crab Dip. In case you missed it,…
Malaysia Cookbook Review and Mee Goreng Mamak (Malaysian Fried Mamak Noodles)
Malaysia: Recipes from a Family Kitchen, written by Ping Coombes, features the incredibly flavorful and diverse cuisine of Malaysia with over 100 family-style recipes. Highlights include Lor Bak (Five-Spice Pork Spring Rolls), Kuih Ketayap (Malaysian Coconut-Filled Pancakes), Nasi Lemak (Malaysian Spicy Coconut Rice), Murtabak (Malaysian Flaky Bread Stuffed with Spiced Lamb), and Sayur Goreng (Stir-Fried Lettuce)….
East/West Cookbook Review and Moorish Chilled Almond and Orange Blossom Soup with Apple and Watercress Dressing
East/West: A Culinary Journey Through Malta, Lebanon, Iran, Turkey, Morocco, and Andalusia, written by Shane Delia, features 80 recipes inspired by Delia’s travels through the Mediterranean and Middle East. Highlights include Argan Oil Chocolate Mud Brownie with Orange Cinnamon Ice Cream from Morocco; Roast Peanut Butter Parfait, Tahini Salted Caramel, and Broken Baklava from Lebanon; Tortillas…
Fish Suruwa (Fijian Fish Curry)
Fish Suruwa is a Fijian Fish Curry that comes together easily with a handful of ingredients and a few spices for a quick and flavorful meal. Four years of blogging and I am finally posting a fish recipe. I didn’t grow up eating much fish, so it has always intimidated me a bit. This Fish…
My Japanese Table and Jumbo Shrimp Tempura
My Japanese Table: A Lifetime of Cooking with Friends and Family, written by Debra Samuels, highlights a mixture of authentic and unique Japanese recipes with the home cook in mind. Classics such as Nabe Yaki Udon (Udon Noodles with Everything), Niku Jyaga (Sweet Soy Beef and Vegetables), Gyoza (Japanese Pot Stickers), Maki-zushi (Classic Sushi Rolls), and…
Jiu Cai Shui Jian Bao (Taiwanese Pan-Fried Leek Buns with Dried Shrimp)
Jiu Cai Shui Jian Bao are Taiwanese pan-fried buns filled with leeks and dried shrimp. Pan-frying the buns the same was as potstickers creates the best of both worlds. The bottom forms a crisp base while the steamed top remains chewy. The filling is a unique combination of leeks seasoned with a little dried shrimp and bean thread…
Secret Recipe Club: Margarita Grilled Shrimp Skewers
It is time for the Secret Recipe Club again! For those who haven’t seen my previous Secret Recipe Club posts, this club includes a group of bloggers who are assigned a different blog each month and secretly make a recipe to post on their specified reveal day. I look forward to my assignment email every month and…
#EVOOChallenge: Shrimp with Ladolemono (Greek Lemon Olive Oil Sauce)
It is Day 4 of the #EVOOChallenge and I paired Broiled Shrimp with Ladolemono (λαδολέμονο), a Greek Lemon Olive Oil Sauce. In its purest form, Ladolemono is simply a combination of extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice. I seasoned it with a bit of oregano, salt, and pepper. The sauce is also a delicious…
