Hearty Breakfast – Sweet Potato Home Fries with Eggs and Avocado
Lately, I’ve been obsessed with sweet potatoes. Not only are they delicious, but they’re also so versatile, easy too cook and loaded with healthy nutrients! I find their flavor much … Continue reading
Healthy Quick Dinner – Shrimp Stir Fry with Vegetables
As you noticed, I haven’t been devoting a lot of my time to this blog. Perhaps, because when you’re addicted to gourmet food, you’ll typically have to deal with consequences! … Continue reading
Loaded Banana Bread with Raisins, Walnuts and Cranberries
Because of the winter storm Nemo, we’ve been snowed in for two days now. I’m actually really enjoying this quiet and lazy time at home! Finally, I have a perfect … Continue reading
Sweet and Sour Shrimp
Last week, I stumbled upon this great sweet and sour shrimp recipe in Food & Wine. The simplicity of a sauce has made it for me, even though I’m not … Continue reading
Potato Rosti with Smoked Salmon and Capers
I love breakfast food and am always looking for new breakfast and brunch recipe ideas. Of course, I stick to my favorite oatmeal with fresh fruit and Greek yogurt during … Continue reading
Simply Divine Cheesecake
Merry Christmas to everyone celebrating today and happy holiday season to all of you! I brought this cheesecake to the Christmas Eve dinner at my friends’ house last night. My … Continue reading
Indulgent Breakfast – Truffled Eggs with Roasted Vegetables
Weekend breakfasts are the best. You don’t have to rush anywhere and can really enjoy making a special, indulgent breakfast. I love hearty, savory breakfasts, but often get tired of … Continue reading
Lemon Glazed Cookies
I have to confess that I’ve never in my life made cookies. Yes, I love cooking and although I rarely bake, I’m a pretty good baker, but for some reason … Continue reading
Pineapple Salsa
This is an effortless “recipe” that I just can’t help but share because it’s so delicious on its own as well as served with seafood dishes. Try adding some on … Continue reading
Autumn Omelette with Butternut Squash and Caramelized Onion
I love summer and typically dread fall because of a long and cold New England winter which comes after it. This year, I feel surprisingly different about Autumn. I’ve truly … Continue reading
Pistachio Lime Squares
These creamy lime squares are easy to make and delicious – a guaranteed hit at your next dinner party! The crust is made out of graham crackers, so all you … Continue reading
Thai Chicken Curry
I’ve been craving Thai food all day today. As I was freezing in the office (ACs, sometimes I really hate you!), it really seemed like a perfect way to end … Continue reading
Croque-Monsieur Sandwich
Croque-Monsieur is my favorite sandwich. Don’t be intimidated by its fancy name, it’s basically your typical ham and cheese panini but you make it with bechamel sauce and Gruyere cheese and voila … Continue reading
“Peasant” Rosemary Lemon Potatoes
While many of us are often curious about how to say “hello” or “thank you” if a foreign language (and I’m speaking now of PG13 words ONLY, wink!), my friend … Continue reading
The Best Guacamole Ever
What could be a better treat on a lazy fall weekend than a bowl of fresh home-made guacamole? I love guacamole and will eat it anywhere, no matter how it’s … Continue reading
Flavorful Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Brown Rice
This is a healthy simple side full of flavor! You can make pesto in advance and vary the ingredients – try adding different fresh herbs, almonds instead of pine nuts, … Continue reading
Pork with Fresh Figs and Caramelized Onion
Unusual combination of flavors for a quick and tasty dinner! Figs add sophistication to this easy dish of simple roasted pork. Perfect served with potatoes, rice or couscous! Ingredients (for … Continue reading
Steak Salad
Delicious steak dinner can also be light – think lettuce instead of potatoes in the summer time!
Watermelon Summer Salad
This fresh simple salad screams summer. You won’t find anything easier to make on a hot summer night when it’s 90+F outside.
Orange Maple Chicken
Ever since I’ve tried orange and maple glazed pork ribs from a wonderful cook book, California Sizzles, this flavorful sweet sauce has truly become my staple recipe! I love love … Continue reading
Golden Beet Salad
I’ve been ignoring my blog for way too long – and I knew I had to post something very good to make up for a long pause. This salad is … Continue reading
Potato Latkes
As you probably noticed, I love breakfasts! Weekend breakfasts that is when there is no need to rush anywhere, swallowing a cold cereal on the run.These crispy potato latkes … Continue reading
Chicken Tikka Masala
Indian food is my new obsession! I’ve just recently started experimenting with it trying to get through an awful New England winter. What could possible warm you up better than … Continue reading
