Do you know that your first drink when you wake up should be water with lemon? Lemon water is nothing else than a clear water with a lemon juice. It’s full of vitamin C and flavonoids,which have strong antioxidant properties. You can serve it hot or cold – in both ways, your body will benefit…
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Try this recipe for delicious carrot cake!
Carrot cake is one of the favourite cakes in UK. Also, outside the British islands, carrot cakes gained popularity and can be bought in cafe, bakery or regular shops. The main ingredient of the cake are, of course, carrots. But the mix of nuts and spices make the carrot cake a perfect treat for afternoon…
American Pancakes for vegans or not
Originated from America. Well-known and loved by everyone. Tasty and easy. Good for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Served with syrup, fruits or powder sugar. Yes, I’m talking about pancakes! Although it’s a common knowledge to believe that pancakes come from America, it’s proved that Greeks and Romans have consumed them. Over the last century pancakes…
Hot days? Try this frozen yogurt recipe!
Hot days can finish us off. Frozen yogurt is a good alternative if you are diabetics, watch your waistline or just want to try something new than just ice creams. Frozen yogurts appeared on the market in 1980. In the recent years, they have gained popularity as a healthier alternative to ice creams. It contains…
Good Mornin’ Granola!
“Good mornin’, good mornin’” sang Gene Kelly in Singin’ in the Rain. But what does a good morning mean without a good breakfast? Granola is a perfect breakfast for those who have enough of boring cereals for breakfast. This delicious and consists of rolled oats, nuts, dried or fresh fruits and honey or other sweeteners….
Blanquette de Veau, France at your fingertips
Blanquette de Veau (also called White Veal Stew) is a typical French dish. It’s the kind of dish you prepare for Sunday lunch, when the whole family is reunited, creating new memories. Blanquette de Veau is quite easy to prepare, but it does need a few hours to simmer to be perfect. Ingredients 3 pounds…
Prepare an exquisite Andalusian Gazpacho
Gazpacho is a refreshing summer soup, more known as the Cold Spanish Tomato soup, a delicious first course easy to make. Gazpacho comes directly from Andalucia (an autonomous community in Spain) and has different influences from Greece and Rome, but also from the Moor’s and Arab culture. It’s the perfect dish for summer’s hot days….
Currywurst, a dish for sausage lovers
Germans are well known for certain things – good cars, good beers and delicious sausages. Currywurst is a famous street fast food which could be little bit too spicy for some people. Anyways it’s quick, simple and everybody loves it! Ingredients 500g (3-4) bratwursts 2 cans of tomato sauce Curry powder to taste (usually around…
Discover Bigos, a dish straight from Poland
Bigos, also known as “Hunter’s Stew” is a national Polish dish. There is no strict recipe, and there are thousands of variations of the preparation of this dish, for sure, but what is certain, is that all Bigos recipes contain sauerkraut and some form of meat – sausage, beef, pork, bacon, venison or veal. Here’s…
Zapiekanka, street food from Poland
Zapiekanka is traditional Polish street food. It’s toasted baguette with mushrooms and cheese. A long baguette is traditionally used, but at home you can use a small one. What makes Zapiekanka so authentic and so tasty is a thick drizzle of Polish ketchup on the top. Ingredients 1 loaf French bread (for 4 pieces) or…
Too lazy to cook? Treat yourself with Souvlaki, a delicious Greek kebab
Souvlaki is a popular and delicious Greek kebab. It tastes and smells amazing, and it’s always a good option if you’re hungry after a party or feeling too lazy to cook. Ingredients 6-8 Greek pita bread 800g pork tenderloin cut into 3,5cm cubes 1/4 cup (56ml) extra virgin olive oil 4 garlic cloves 1/2 tablespoons…
Discover Pamonha, a traditional Brazilian cake
Pamonha is a traditional Brazilian food, heritage of the Brazilian native people. It’s a paste made from milk and fresh corn, and it’s actually a very healthy recipe! This sweet confection resembles the Mexican tamales, and is just as tasty. Traditionally, Pamonha is served with a black cup of coffee, but it can actually be…
Crema Catalana, delight at your fingertips
Today is International Woman’s day and to celebrate we thought we would prepare a delicious Crema Catalana! Crema Catalana is the Spanish version of Crème Brûlée. Of course, a lot of Catalans would argue Crème Brûlée is the French version of Crema Catalana. This dessert, also called Crema de Sant Josep, is traditionally prepared on…
Craving something sweet? Here’s an easy recipe for cake with jam
It’s Friday and we all know that during the weekend we need relax. Maybe watch TV, favorite series or new movie. And for sure it will be better in the company of cake – just imagine: sitting on the couch, watching movie, drinking juice and tasty cake mmm… Ingredients 2 eggs 1 teacup sugar 1/2…
Discover Folar de Chaves, a traditional Portuguese bread served at Easter
Easter if approaching and today’s post will give your the opportunity to test your cooking skills with the Folar de Chaves. Folar is a traditional Portuguese bread typically served at Easter. It’s originally from the north-eastern Portuguese regions of Chaves and Valpaços. This bread is stuffed with chouriço (chorizo) and presunto (ham), and it’s a…
How to prepare the perfect Greek Salad
Everybody knows about this salad from sunny Greece, so is it worth to write about such a famous and familiar dish? Worth it, of course! If talking about Greek cuisine is inevitable to mention it, because this salad is not just cut vegetables. It’s summer and freshness with a Mediterranean flavor. Ingredients 600g tomatoes (3-4…
Varenyky, a taste of the Balkans
Ukraine, Russia, Poland and most other countries in Central and Eastern Europe love their Varenyky (also called Pierogi), and it’s easy to understand why. Varenyky are dumplings made of unleavened dough and stuffed with a savory filling. More than 50 types of fillings exist, and that’s what makes Varenyky such an incredibly versatile dish. You…
Oliebollen, a taste of heaven
Oliebollen (literally “oil spheres”) are a traditional Dutch and Belgian treat. They’re traditionally made and enjoyed during New Years in the Netherlands. They’re what we could call the Dutch version of doughnuts, and they’re highly addictive. Take a guilt-free ride to heaven! Ingredients 2 small packets of instant dry yeast 2 tablespoons sugar 4 cups…
Tunnbrödsrulle, a recipe for sausage lovers
Originally from Sweden, Tunnbrödsrulle is probably the best remedy to the biting Scandinavian winter. Tunnbrödsrulle is a long name for a simple yet sumptuous dish. Ideal after a night out or the day after a night out… Here’s how you do it… Ingredients 4-8 sausages 4 tunnbröd (Swedish thin bread) or flour tortillas 1 onion,…
Ecuadorian Ceviche, the perfect dish for seafood lovers
Shrimp ceviche, “ceviche de camarón” in Spanish, – one of the most popular Ecuadorian ceviches! It’s very popular all around Ecuador, but especially at the beach. No wonder, it’s delicious and a perfect dish for seafood lovers! Ingredients 1kg shrimps, tails off, thawed, cooked 4 tomatoes, diced or thinly sliced 2 red onions, thinly slice…