I’m fascinated by the power of the word “salad”. Once pronounced it can make any pile of food being that bacon, meats, potatoes, oily dressings or anything really, sound a … Read more
My relationship with oranges is somewhat complicated. It started when I was little, with the discovery that I suffered from an orange allergy. I would get rashes, hives and itchy … Read more
Thanks to industrialized farming and globalization, we can have just about any fruit or vegetable under the sun, at any time of year. If you think about it, most likely, … Read more
Quinoa & courgettess pilaf is a one bowl meal, ready in just 10-15 minutes, and one with no long preparations so it’s especially suitable in the hot summer days. A … Read more
The last few weeks I’ve tried a number of different Parmesan cracker recipes – with various ingredients or ratios, or different spices, but not one of them was what I … Read more
This creamy chestnut soup is just another great way to diversify your menu, using seasonal products – this time chestnuts. The first time I prepare a chestnuts soup, I found … Read more
Fried zucchini is a very popular dish in Bulgaria and it can be a side dish as well as a starter. This dish is often prepared a few hours in … Read more
I have to admit when I first saw a recipe for salmorejo I was a bit sceptical – a bunch of basic ingredients with no actual cooking involved, no herbs … Read more
This simple creamy spring onion soup is our latest discovery – from the moment we tried it first (two weeks ago) we’ve already had it 3 times. It makes the … Read more
I should say it right from the beginning – this soup is not an easy and quick one you can mix up for dinner in few minutes. It’s laborious and … Read more
Due to its simplicity and deliciousness, it is probably the single most popular and common dish in Bulgarian cuisine. The Bob Chorba (or Bean soup), has been served for centuries … Read more
I searched for a suitable recipe and that’s how I stumbled upon these mini pear pies – and they seemed to be just what I wanted. They can be easily … Read more
To have something quick and easy to prepare, also as healthy as possible, we thought about sweet potatoes. Because even fried they are healthier than the ordinary potato. Today they … Read more
Palneni chushki or stuffed peppers is a dish popular in many countries around the world under different names but ask any Bulgarian about it and they will say it’s one … Read more
This is probably one of the most generous ways of enjoying asparagus. But as the asparagus season is not that long, a little of something naughty every now and then … Read more
We first tried this salad after reading the recipe in Jennifer Locklin’s food blog – janedeereblog.blogspot.com. We just loved it! The second time we decided to simplify it a little … Read more
We know that dishes similar to mish-mash exist in almost all Middle East & Mediterranean countries. Still, we include it in our Traditional Bulgarian collection, just because every Bulgarian knows … Read more
I recently learned there are many meatballs soup varieties – Mexican, Italian and even Indonesian. However, the one I am describing below – supa topcheta – is very popular in … Read more
Not a mayo admirer? You may well become a fan, once you’ve tried making this versatile condiment from scratch! Some people’s first question might be why bother making your own … Read more
This article will not be about the technique that involves heating up olive oil with herbs or vegetables in it, in a frying pan. We strongly believe that heating up … Read more
Last month Epicurious published their annual Food Trend Predictions for 2011. And I don’t think Tanya Steel has to be Nostradamus, to predict this one right – the sweet potatoes … Read more
The homemade vegetable stock has countless uses in the kitchen, and makes a superb base for sauces, soups and gravies, lifting everyday dishes into special occasion treats. Making your own … Read more
Take your time, it’s all yours! Eating fast leads to a whole bunch of complications. We all know that chewing food well helps digestion and eating less, and makes you … Read more
Winter is the time of the year when most of us remember about healthy foods and in particular those that boost the immune system. It’s certainly the case with us … Read more
We are huge fish and seafood lovers and we eat this very delicious food every time we have a chance. Most often we eat salmon, sea bass, and sea bream … Read more
I bet you asked yourself at least once which is the best and safest type of cutting board. The short answer is: you have to decide for yourself – there … Read more
If I need to describe Kavarma in just one sentence, it will be: a traditional comfort dish, that’s easy, healthy, flavorful, and delicious. Kavarma is one of the most popular … Read more
Don’t be scared by the posh-sounding French name of this sauce – it’s one of the simplest sauces you can prepare at home. Even though Béchamel is made from 3 … Read more
To say the truth, we were hesitating whether this creation of ours is a spread or a side dish. We eventually decided to call it a spinach walnut spread but … Read more
Pesto Genovese is one of our favorite sauces and one of the reasons we grow a good number of basil plants every year. It’s very convenient to have the main … Read more
Just its name has your mouth-watering, doesn’t it? And indeed, this dish is impossible to resist: tender roasted peppers marinated in olive oil and vinegar burst with summery colors and … Read more
Snezhanka salad (салата “Снежанка”) aka Mlechna salata, is the Bulgarian version of the Greek tzatziki (tsatsiki). There are variations of this dish all over the Balkans, as well as in … Read more
If you have ever been to Bulgaria, the chances are you already know what banitsa is. This savory pastry with filling is an absolute classic in Bulgaria and to Bulgarians, … Read more
When we talk about the bread we bake ourselves at home, we actually mean wholemeal bread by default. It’s not that we don’t like white bread but since we’ve been … Read more
Just recently we said in one of our posts that there are no reasons to bake bread at home if it’s going to be a white one. We still argue … Read more
Herbed grisini are crispy and tasty and match perfectly with all kinds of appetizers and dips. You can prepare them on the day before and they are really universal for … Read more
I am a notorious carb lover and I’ve had this recipe bookmarked for few months now. Unfortunately, every time I wanted to give it a chance, I was short on … Read more
We are in a constant search for all sorts of information cooking-related, including tips and tricks to improve our results in the kitchen. Tips are always welcome, especially if they … Read more
Ever wondered what is the main difference between professional and domestic kitchens? Well, if you’ve been to a full-blown professional kitchen you’ll know the difference. However, if you haven’t, you … Read more
Having worked in many catering and hospitality establishments for almost 20 years now, I’ve always unintentionally compared home kitchens with professional ones, perhaps with subconscious intent to borrow whatever good … Read more
We saw this recipe in one of our cookbooks ( Stuzzichini, Gribaudo – Parragon, 2004) and what attracted us in it right from the beginning was its simplicity. And indeed, … Read more
Until recently Choux pastry shells (or Pâte à choux) were on my “to do” list, and more precisely under the section “when I have lot’s spare time and I feel … Read more
There are so many traditional sweet treats to bake at Christmas! We baked lots of them and you’ll see some of them here soon. But in this recipe, the festive … Read more
This salad has already become a modern classic. It’s fresh and crisp, and it’s really nice to have it for a change to the winter diet dominated by processed vegetables. … Read more
We recently moved to a new place and the last few weeks we’ve lived on the Black Sea coast of Bulgaria. This is one of the reasons why you haven’t … Read more
Have you ever happened to be staying in front of the olive oil section in the supermarket, reading labels and comparing prices, till you feel completely lost? Have you ever … Read more
This is one kitchen gadget we’re glad we have. Flavor Shaker has been around for a few years now and it was invented by Jamie Oliver to substitute the mortar … Read more
Chicken drumsticks are always easily available effortless to cook and, let’s say it out loud, tastier than the breasts. We have them relatively often, especially during busy weekdays as they … Read more
Many Italian dishes are very popular throughout the world due to their simplicity and mouthwatering taste. Among them lasagne is queen. This dish is simply a crowd-pleaser! It is extremely … Read more
We really go crazy over Swedish meatballs and to be honest they are one of the main reasons we visit Ikea stores. Tender and delicious don’t even start to describe … Read more