Food is a universal medium that connects us all. Usually our global team meets several times a year for international team lunches. Now with the pandemic, we are continuing to share our food adventures online. Through food, we hope to spread a little comfort across the world during these unsettling times.
Freddie’s “(Hopefully) Perfected Over the Years” One-Pot Chicken & Chorizo Stew (Frederika, UK)
My love of chorizo and butter-bean-based university budget Ingredients 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (diced)200g chorizo (thinly sliced)400g tinned tomatoes400g butter beans (drained)1 red pepper (diced)1/2 onion (finely diced)2 teaspoons garlic granules2 teaspoons sweet paprika1 teaspoon onion salt1/2 teaspoon black pepper2 tablespoons soured cream Steps: Pre-heat oven to 160 degrees CAdd all of the above…
Zucchini and Ham Quiche (Eleonora, Reggio Emilia)
This zucchini quiche recipe is quick to prepare and easy to freeze. Make it all summer long for brunches, gatherings and weekend mornings. Ingredients 1 puff pastry with seeds sheet2 zucchini1 egg2 slices of hamParmesan cheese to taste1 slice of American cheese Steps: Cut the zucchini and the hamBoil the zucchiniOnce the zucchini are ready, mix them…
Paccheri Cacio, Pepe & Sausage (Chiara, Varese)
Directly from Rome, Italy’s capitol city and heart, the Cacio e Pepe is one of the most known and appreciated pasta recipes from everyone. Credits to Giallo Zafferano. Ingredients Paccheri – 320gGrated Pecorino Romano cheese – 60gRed Onions – 90gRed Wine – 30gSausage – 150gGrated Parmesan cheese – 40gExtra Virgin Olive Oil – 20gBlack Pepper – A/R Steps: To…
Love Wrap (Abin, Paris)
A delicious evening snack from Kerala with the richness of tropical flavors to share with your loved ones. Ingredients for the batter All-purpose flour – 1 cupEgg – 1Salt – 1 pinchSugar – 2 tspTurmeric powder – 1 pinchWater: 1/2 – 1 cup or as required to make a good consistency Mix all the ingredients…
Stuffed Chicken Breast (Melissa, Aberdeen)
Chicken breast stuffed with spinach and philadelphia, wrapped in prosciutto ham, served with sweet potato chips and asparagus. Ingredients 4 Fresh chicken breasts90g Creamed cheese (Philadelphia)80g Prosciutto ham 5 Sweet potato’s200g Asparagus50g Spinach80g Mushrooms350g Tomato and Mascarpone sauce2 tsp Vegetable oil1 tsp Mixed herbs Steps: Chop spinach and mix with cream cheese to create a paste.Slice…
Baba Ganouche (Fernanda, São Paulo)
Appetizer, Dip, Snack, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean-Inspired, Middle Eastern-Inspired, Vegan Ingredients 1 medium eggplant*Sea saltOlive oil (for roasting)2-3 Tbsp lemon juice (1 medium lemon yields ~3 Tbsp juice)2 Tbsp Tahini2 Tbsp fresh cilantro, parsley, or basil (optional // chopped)Optional-1 large clove garlic (grated or finely minced) STEPS OVEN OPTION Preheat oven to high broil Slice your eggplant into 1/4 inch rounds and sprinkle with sea salt and place in acolander in the sink…
Green Asparagus with Smoked Salmon on Chervil-Yogurt Cream (Michael, Paris)
Yay (!!) it’s asparagus season! This weekend, with another Saturday of closed restaurants in France, I wanted to bring something seasonal to the table I imagine the chef of the bistro of the block could have proposed.Here’s the result. I hope you enjoy! Ingredients Cold Appetizer for 2 people: 12 green washed asperges 100g of smoked…
Tsaziki (Michael, Paris)
Another “dip” recipe. Hope you enjoy! Ingredients 400g of Greek yoghurt (10% fat)1 grated cucumber 2-3 crashed and tightly minced garlic cloves Minced dill (or other herb(s) if you don’t like dill)Splash of lemon juice2 splashes of olive oilSalt Pepper PREPERATION: Slightly squeeze the grated cucumber to get rid of excess water. Mix all ingredients and season with…
Vegetarian Sausage Pasta (Melissa, Aberdeen)
Penne pasta in a creamy tomato and mascarpone sauce with Quorn sausages and mushrooms. Ingredients Around 350ml of penne pasta.350g Tomato and Mascarpone sauce.4 Quorn sausages.90g chestnut mushroomsBlack pepper and saltChoice of fresh herbs for garnish PREPERATION: Boil water in pan then add the penne pasta and some salt. Place the sausages in the oven for…
Mushroom Cream Pasta (Quang, Tampa)
INGREDIENTS ShallotsA few teaspoons of wineSalt and pepperHerbs: oregano, basil2-3 cloves of garlic Chopped mushrooms, the darker, the better, portobello, creminiStockHeavy cream ButterOlive oil STEPS Render shallots with salt and pepper and herbs (not burned)Chop your mushrooms and salt to remove the juiceAdd mushrooms to shallot mixture and cook downAdd the garlic late, and add some oilBoil…
Black Sesame Kidney Bean “Hummus” (Michael, Paris)
I know: calling something without chickpeas hummus is controversial, but because i did not have the main ingredient one day, I replaced them by kidney beans and found it delicious.While I was at it, I took black sesame to accentuate the unusual gray color. Ingredients 1 small can of kidney beans (250g drained)50g of black…
Lazy Pizza (Fernanda, São Paulo)
I’ve learned during lockdown, and is amazingly delicious, crispy and light, depending on what you add on top Ingredients 2 large lebanese flatbreads (wholemeal optional)12 cherry tomatoes (sweet as can be)½ cup (125ML) tomato puree (passata)180G drained bocconcini or mozzarella, torn⅔ cup (50G) finely grated parmesan2 tablespoons torn basil or oregano leaves STEPS Preheat oven…
Winter Mushroom Roast Recipe (Mia, New York)
Warm, hearty, and flavorful – a great centerpiece dish. INGREDIENTS 3 Onions 2 pounds of mushrooms of choice (not shiitake)BasilOreganoRosemary 2 sheets Puff pastry dough Olive oilCinnamonnutmegBalsamic vinegarGarlic – 8 cloves¼ cup of Wine ButterSalt, pepperTruffle oilcheese1 cup of chopped toasted nuts – walnuts, pecansEggs or milk for egg wash STEPS Make sure puff pastry is thawed before startOven…
Bún Thịt – Grilled Pork Vermicelli (Thao, Tampa)
A popular everyday Vietnamese dish of cold vermicelli noodles and grilled pork, eaten with fresh fragrant herbs like basil and mint. INGREDIENTS 1 pound ground pork1 tbsp olive oil for frying Sauce 1 tsp oyster sauce2 tsp fish sauce1 tbsp sugar2 tbsp honey1 tsp seasoning powder1 tsp minced garlic powder1 tsp chopped onion powder1/2 tsp…
Tropical Salad (Quang, Tampa)
This is a colorful, tropical salad that’s fresh, energizing, and nutritious! INGREDIENTS 1 ripe mango1 ripe avocado1 grapefruit1/2 lemonGarnish with:cilantroroasted pine nutsroasted macadamia nutsroastd walnuts STEPS Cut the fruit into chunks.Mix the fruit together.Squeeze 1/2 lemon over the fruit.Garnish with a little cilantro and roasted nuts of your choice. Posted by: Quang / Legal /…
Soy Chicken (Thao, Tampa)
A homestyle approach to an easy Asian soy chicken recipe. INGREDIENTS 1 pound of chicken1 tsp olive oil Sauce 1 tsp soy sauce1 tsp dark soy sauce1 tsp oyster sauce1 tsp vinegar1 tsp cooking wine1 tsp corn starch1 tsp sugar¼ tsp baking soda1 tsp sesame oil STEPS Mix together ingredients for the sauce.Marinate the chicken…
William Pear Crumble (Michael, Paris)
A super simple and effective recipe for 2 portions. You can serve it French style with crème fraîche or American style with vanilla ice cream, or simply without anything. INGREDIENTS 100g Flour50g Sugar50g ButterSalt2-3 Pears (William) – You can use almost all seasonal fruits you like instead STEPS Pre-heat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius.Put…
Crispy Lemongrass Tofu (Thao, Tampa)
An interpretation of a classic Southern Vietnamese vegan dish that goes well with rice. INGREDIENTS 2 boxes of soft tofu (2 patties)olive or peanut oil for fryingLemongrass Mixture 1 cup of chopped lemongrass1 tsp onion1 tsp garlic2 tsp sugar1 tsp black pepper1 tsp salt1 tbsp dry red pepper STEPS Lightly sauté the Lemongrass Mixture in…
Vegetarian Moussaka (Lan, Tampa)
A hearty dish that tastes even better as the flavors permeate in the following days. INGREDIENTS 1 large eggplant 1 large onion peeled and choppedI large clove of garlic minced or chopped finely2 tbsp oil3 or 4 tomatoes skinned and chopped 1 tbsp tomato pureeBlack pepperTeaspoon of cinnamonA can of red kidney beans drained and rinsed100 g grated parmesan White or Bechamel Sauce 25 g butter25 g plain flour400 ml milk1 egg STEPS Slice the…
Blueberry Top Baked Pancakes (Ronak, Mumbai)
My favourite morning breakfast. Hand Down! Simple yet elegant. Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour, (spooned and leveled)2 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup milk2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, or vegetable oil1 large egg1 tablespoon vegetable oilAssorted toppings – Blueberries. you can also use butter, maple syrup, confectioners’ sugar, honey, jams, sweetened whipped cream,…
Greek Spanakopita (Mia, New York)
Super impressive but very easy and nutritious. INGREDIENTS 2 pounds of spinach 2 OnionsGarlicFeta cheese Pine nuts ParsleyNutmegPepperOreganoBasil Olive oilButter 1 eggPhilo pastry sheetsLemon juicehoney STEPS Philo sheets bought frozen should be thawed overnight in the refrigerator, and allowed to be tempered to room temperature for 2 hours before cooking.In a pan, toast a handful of pine nuts until golden.In…
Watermelon Feta Salad (Ronak, Mumbai)
Watermelon and feta salad is perfect summer salad i.e colorful, healthy and easy to make. Ingredients 3 pounds seedless watermelon (about 1 small or 1/4 large), rind removed, cut into 1-inch chunks (about 2 pounds/1kg chunks after rind is discarded)1 tablespoon (15ml) juice from 1 lemon, plus 4 (2-inch) strips zest, removed with a sharp vegetable…
Healthy sweet cookies (Taina, Buenos Aires)
This chocolate chip cookies are everything you could ever want in a chocolate chip cookie recipe – soft, chewy, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious! Ingredients 1 large egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup unsalted creamy almond butter (well stirred)1/4 cup almond flour1/4 teaspoon fine-grain sea salt1/2 cup coconut sugar1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 cup rolled oats1/4 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate 1/4 cup chopped walnuts Optional…
Tomato Onion Galette (Mia, New York)
This is a great summer dish. Bright, crispy, flakey. INGREDIENTS For the pie crust: 2 cups of all-purpose flour2 ¼ teaspoons of salt¾ cups of chilled butter, cut into pieces1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar¼ cup of ice water1 egg For the filling: Tomatoes of your choice (heirloom, cherry)4 onionsGarlic BasilOreganoOlive oilButterRosemaryPecorino Romano For the bechamel…
Light Shrimp Cocktail (David, Paris)
Like many, in the summer I try to eat light and healthy, so I always try to find delicious alternatives to caloric classics. This is a lighter version of a shrimp cocktail avoiding useless mayonnaise 🙂 Ingredients (for 2 portions) 10 cooked shrimps1 chopped avocadoHalf an onion, choppedChopped fresh parsley1 chopped tomatoLemon juiceOlive oilSaltPepper For…
Nashville Hot Oyster Mushroom Burger (Ronak, Mumbai)
Don’t worry; my Nashville Hot Mushroom Burger isn’t nearly as spicy as what I assume the real deal is. It’s fried oyster mushroom that’s made with a spicy marinade and then topped with a cayenne pepper oil. The first bite is strangely kind of sweet, and then the heat builds. INGREDIENTS FOR BURGER Cucumber PicklesBrioche Burger BunsRanch Sauce…
Dark Chocolate (Kristina, Sydney)
This recipe is dairy, gluten and refined sugar free. Ingredients 50 g pure cacao butter buttons or pieces3 tbsp raw cacao powder1.5 T maple syrup*Variations to mix up the flavour *½ t pure vanilla extract2 T finely chopped almonds, hazelnuts, pecans, pistachios or walnuts2 T roughly chopped goji berries2 T dried rose petals2 T desiccated…
Daurade Royale à la Provençale (Michael, Ramatuelle)
Greetings from South of France where I spend the summer far from the city stress. I came across these great gilthead sea breams on a local market, and googled several recipes to create my ‘best of’. I added some personal touches and wanted to share the delicious result with you. Ingredients 2 gilthead sea breams…
Guiso de lentejas (Taina, Buenos Aires)
This hearty lentil stew recipe perfect for winter nights. It is very simple to prepare and extremely delicious. Ingredients 200 grams lentils (I usually precook them for 20 minutes but it is probably not necessary)1/2 a red or green pepper1 onionSome celery (optional)3 carrots, one finely chopped, two chopped in cubes3 potatoes in small cubesSalt, pepper, garlic if…
Burger Buns (Mia, New York)
Fluffy and buttery, these buns are great on their own, or as a tasty accompaniment. INGREDIENTS ¾ to 1 cup (170g to 227g) of lukewarm water2 tablespoons (28g) of butter, room temperature1 large egg3 ½ cups (418g) of all-purpose flour¼ cups (50g) of sugar1 tablespoon of instant yeast1 ¼ teaspoons of saltTopping: melted butter STEPS Mix…
Sweet Cherry Onion Sandwiches (Liucija, Mumbai)
Perfect with the morning coffee. For someone who likes merging sweet and sour tastes. INGREDIENTS 4-6 slices of bread200 grams of Feta cheese200 grams of onion 1tsp olive oil25 grams of sugar powder5 tsp of cherry jam STEPS Dice the onion and braise it in oil. Add the sugar powder. Then allow to simmer for about…
Beetroot Salad (Michael, Paris)
I made this recipe up during the lockdown with the ingredients I had available at home and really enjoyed it. I hope you’ll appreciate it too! The quantity is for 4 portions. INGREDIENTS 500g boiled and peeled beetroots 200g Feta Cheese 1 red onion 50g pickled Capers 100g peeled almonds 4 eggs Olive oil Cidre…
Shakshuka (Stella, São Paulo)
Super easy and tasty recipe! You can call it Shakshuka (as they say in Isarel), Huevos rancheros (as they say in Mexico) or Le uova in purgatorio (as they say in Italy). Ingredients: 4 eggs1 can of diced peeled tomatoes (400g)1/2 red pepper1/2 onion1 clove of garlic1 tablespoon of olive oil1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano1…
Summer Pasta Salad (Quang, Tampa)
This is a fresh, summery lunch or dinner. Perfect to cool off and still eat something nice and hearty. INGREDIENTS OnionsVinegarTomatoes Olive oilSalt and pepperFresh basilOptional: canned chickpeas or white beans, drained and rinsedOreganoThymePine nutsLemon juicePasta of your choice STEPS Slice your onions and put in a bowl. Add pepper and some vinegar to soften the…
Decadent Chocolate Soufflé (Amy, Paris)
Very easy and super impressive. Perfect finish to a nice dinner. INGREDIENTS 30cl (300g) of milk300g of chocolate20g of cornstarch 50g of caster sugar 3 egg yolks6 egg whitesVanilla extractButter for the ramequinsExtra sugar for the ramequins STEPS Pour milk into a saucepan and warm over medium heat.Add the cornstarch.Whisk until it boils and keep it boiling…
Lebanese-style Fatteh (Mia, New York)
Fresh and savory, this dish is a great mix of different flavors and textures. INGREDIENTS 1 white onion1 can of chickpeas1 eggplantOreganoThymeBasilSalt and pepperGarlicHoneyLemon juiceZa’atarPita chipsPine nutsCranberries/pomegranate seedsRosemary STEPS Slice eggplant and lay on baking sheet. Sprinkle generously with olive oil and put in oven at 180 °C until crisp and brown.When the eggplant is…
Easy Baklava (Kate, Tampa)
This recipe is quite easy but looks very impressive. A sure family favorite and a Grecian and Middle Eastern classic. INGREDIENTS 1 pound of assorted nuts of your choice: pistachios, walnuts, almonds, etc…1 cup of butterHoneyWaterLemon juice and/or zest2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon1 package of phyllo doughVanilla extract STEPS Preheat oven to 175 °C.The phyllo…
American Apple Pie (Lukrecija, Vilnius)
Very easy to make, tastes great and with little effort can look amazing! The most important measurements are given, others please adjust on your own taste. Ingredients For crust: 420g Flour250g butterPinch of saltSpoon of sugarCouple spoons of cold (!) water For filling: Apples (6-8 medium ones, depends on the dish height you’re using)CinnamonSugar (brown…
Basque Burnt Cheesecake (Ronak, Mumbai)
This cheesecake is the alter ego to the classic New York–style cheesecake with a press-in cookie crust. Inspired by a Basque version, this is the cheesecake that wants to get burnt, cracked, and cooked at high heat. Which also means this is the cheesecake that’s impossible to mess up. INGREDIENTS Unsalted butter (for pan)2 lb.…
Spicy Rigatoni (Mia, NYC)
A copycat of Carbone’s famous dish in New York. Spicy, creamy, and hearty. INGREDIENTS Half an onion2 garlic clovesChili flakesBlack pepper and saltOlive oilRigatoni1 cup of heavy creamTomato paste STEPS Boil water in a pot for the rigatoni.Chop your onions and mince your garlic.In a pan, sautée the garlic with some chili flakes.As it browns,…
Cinnamon French Toast with Caramelized Banana (Ronak, Mumbai)
When I wake up in the morning I like breakfast recipes that are easy, quick, tasty and wakes up my taste buds. Flavor of cinnamon and crushed corn flakes added to French toast and caramelized banana surely can be a great start to your day. INGREDIENTS 2 eggsbowl of crushed corn flakes (optional)1 tablespoon sugar powder2 teaspoons Cinnamon Extract,…
Summer Strawberry Gazpacho (Mia, NYC)
Fresh, surprising and refreshing. Perfect for the warmer days to cool down with a fruity gazpacho. Feel free to adjust ingredients and measurements to personal taste. INGREDIENTS 1 pound of strawberries2 tomatoes1 small cucumber¼ of apple juiceSalt and pepperOlive oil1 garlic clove¼ of a white sweet onion STEPS Wash the tomatoes, cucumber and strawberries.Remove the…
Soy-Glazed Eggplant (Quang, Tampa)
Sticky, smoky, and sweet, perfect with some rice. INGREDIENTS 2 eggplantOlive oil½ soy sauce¼ cup of brown sugar4 garlic cloves2 tablespoons of fresh gingerSesame oil STEPS Wash your eggplants. Pat them dry and char them over fire if you can. This step can be skipped.Cube the eggplants and put aside.In a pan, heat some olive…
Sticky Rice with Mung Bean (Grace, Paris)
In this dish, the mung beans were dry roasted, pounded coarsely and then cooked with the glutinous rice and coconut milk on low heat. I love eating this snack drizzled with evaporated milk. INGREDIENTS 1 ½ cups glutinous rice (Sticky rice)1 cup mung beans1 ½ cups coconut milk1 cup cane-sugarevaporated milk (optional) STEPS Toast monggo…
Homemade Lapsang Souchong Tea Ice Cream (Lan, Paris)
This has a very refined and smoky flavor that will resonate with tea lovers. It’s quick and easy INGREDIENTS 2 cups heavy cream2 cups milk½ cup honey¼ cup of Lapsong Souchong tea leavesVanilla extract STEPS In a pot, pour in the heavy cream and milk.Turn on low heat and let it simmer. Remove from the…
Zucchini Parmesan Pasta (Fernanda, São Paulo)
Thanks to my Italian dear friend Simona Simoni that taught me this recipe, easy and full of flavours, while visiting me in Brazil. This dish is a light, delicious, Summer recipe. INGREDIENTS 200 gr Pasta, select your favorite cut2 medium zucchinis2 cloves of garlicExtra Virgin Olive Oil1 cup Parmigiano ReggianoFreshly ground black pepper1 cup fresh basil or…
Crème Brûlée (Mia, New York)
A tried and true French favorite, this is exactly what you would want to order at a classic neighborhood bistro. INGREDIENTS 6 egg yolksHoney or sugarVanilla extract2 cups of heavy creamnutmeg STEPS Preheat your oven to 350 °F.Heat the heavy cream in a pot over low heat.Add the vanilla extract and a little bit of…
Spinach Flans (Vittorio, Milan)
The spinach flan is a side dish that doesn’t steal the scene to the main course, but accompanies it, dressing whatever it is on its Sunday best. INGREDIENTS 1Kg spinach1 clove of garlic50 gr 00 flour or rice flourExtra virgin olive oil just enough300 cl cow’s milk (or rice milk, oats, spelt etc. milk)3 eggs4 tablespoons of…
Savory Samosas (Mia, New York)
These small but flavorful little triangles are delicious and will definitely impress! INGREDIENTS filo pastry sheets1 cup of green peas1 large onion2-3 potatoesdash of saltdash of pepper1 teaspoon of turmeric1 teaspoon of powdered ginger1 teaspoon garam masala STEPS Peel the potatoes, cut them in cubes & boil for 15 minutes until tender. Put aside. Cut the…
Low Carb Cheese Crackers (Carmen, Belgium)
It’s actually a keto recipe (you know, keto diet is the no-carb one, quite trendy lately), but everyone can enjoy it and less flour will do you no harm! INGREDIENTS 2 cups cheese of your choice – grated (mozzarella, parmesan, cheddar)1 cup almond flour2 oz cream cheese1 egg1/2 teaspoon sea salt1 teaspoon rosemary (or a seasoning…
Summer Vegetable Frittata (Quang, Tampa)
Nice dish for weekend a leisurely weekend brunch. INGREDIENTS 1 large shallot1 red pepper1 green vegetable of choice: zucchini, broccoli, etc…5 eggs for a medium sized panDried rosemarySaltPepperOlive oil STEPS Mince shallot and chop the pepperHeat a pan over medium heat and drizzle with olive oilSautée shallots and pepper until the shallots are translucentAdd your…
Ragu alla Bolognese (Michele, Reggio Emilia)
This is a traditional recipe of the Ragu alla bolognese, take out directly of my grandma cookbook. A yummy, meat-based Italian sauce very versatile, that is perfect to be used on lasagnas, cannelloni, and different types of pasta shapes. A must know of the Italian cuisine INGREDIENTS 2 Celery starks1 Onion1 Carrot400 grams minced beef100…
Guilt-Free Orange Cake (Kristina, Sydney)
The texture of this cake is dreamy! So soft and tender, you don’t even need to chew as it literally melts in your mouth. INGREDIENTS 2 whole oranges6 large eggs250 g (8.8 oz) almond flour50 g (1.7 oz) inulin, see above notes1 tbsp baking powdertsp Himalayan salt1 vanilla pod, seeds scrapedExtra inulin powder for dusting…
Biryani (Ronak, Mumbai)
This one is a different i.e. easy and quick take on biryani, yet authentic and amazing. One of the them dishes which cannot easily be perfected, yet it is rich and complex in its ingredients and steps to cook This dish is popular throughout the Indian subcontinent, as well as among the diaspora from the…
Easy Rosemary Focaccia (Mia, New York)
I’m not an experienced baker, but this recipe is easy to do. It’s just about mixing the ingredients, leaving the dough to rise, and baking – then you have fresh, hot homemade bread! INGREDIENTS 1 ⅓ cup warm water2 teaspoons honey0.25 oz active dry yeast3 ½ cups all purpose flour¼ cup extra virgin olive oil…
Traditional Brigadeiros (Stella, São Paulo)
Brigadeiro is a genuinely Brazilian sweet. It’s also super easy and quick to make. Impossible to eat just one! INGREDIENTS 1 can sweetened condensed milk1 Tbsp butter (unsalted)4 Tbsp chocolate powderChocolate shavings or sprinkles STEPS Pour the condensed milk, chocolate powder and butter into a medium pan. Stir with a silicon spatula until smooth.Place over…
Cod Fillet in Yogurt and Red Radish Cream (Michele, Paris)
Today less is more and this dish will take the breath away from your guests and loved ones with three simple ingredients. Delicate colours and ingredients made interesting by the spicy and zesty flavour of the red radish. A perfect recipe for a nice dinner at home. INGREDIENTS 1 Cod Filet150 grams of Red Radish150…
Healthy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies (Nicole, Los Angeles)
For oatmeal fans, these cookies are a delicious and healthy snack made mostly of oatmeal, walnuts, and raisins. INGREDIENTS 1 stick of unsalted butter (room temp)½ cup of brown sugar1 egg (room temp)1 tsp of vanilla extract¼ tsp of salt1 tsp of baking soda1 tsp of cinnamon1 tsp of nutmeg½ cup of whole wheat flour1-1/2…
SuJeongGwa (Jayanne, Seoul)
A Korean traditional cinnamon punch. Dark reddish brown in color, it is made from gotgam (dried persimmon) and ginger and is often garnished with pine nuts. The punch is made by brewing first the cinnamon and ginger at a slow boil. The solids are then removed for clarification and the remaining liquid is boiled again after…
Stuffed Minty Eggplants (Michael, Paris)
This is a dish I discovered online a while ago (really can’t remember where!) and that I adapted to my husband’s and my tasted over the years. For those of you who don’t eat meat (and you are right not to!) the meat can be replaced by cooked and drained lentils or soy protein for…
No-Knead Bread (Fernanda, São Paulo)
Since Mark Bittman, first shared this innovation — the word “recipe” does not do the technique justice. (the easiest and delicious bread) INGREDIENTS 430 grams flour1 gram yeast8-10 grams salt 345 grams water STEPS In a large bowl combine flour, yeast and salt. Add the water, and stir until blended; dough will be shaggy and…
Šaltibarščiai (Liucija, Mumbai)
A Lithuanian cold soup with a shocking, smack-you-in-the-face pink hue. INGREDIENTS 1 pound red beets (peeled and cooked, reserve the cooking liquid) 2 medium cucumbers (peeled, seeded) and cut into 1/2-inch pieces 2 hard-cooked eggs (peeled) 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 green onions (trimmed and sliced) 1 cup sour cream 4 cups buttermilk Salt (to taste)…
Zucchini Capellini (Quang, Tampa)
I got inspired for this recipe from a trip to Florence. I found a restaurant where the sauce was so wonderfully simple and rustic. The vegetables tasted fresh and light, not overly cooked. SAUCE 2 medium to large ripe tomatoes (vine ripe if possible, otherwise can of San Marzano peeled tomatoes)1 large white onion, chopped2…
Parmesan Gougères (Lan, Paris)
A fun recipe to try. Watch as textures go from powdery to sticky to ultra airy. INGREDIENTS 4 eggs150 g of parmesan150 g flour80 g butter + some to butter pan1 pinch of nutmeg1 teaspoon saltDash of pepper STEPS Preheat oven at 200 degrees C. Butter cookie sheet.Boil 25 cl water with butter cut in…
Poire Belle Hélène (Michele, Paris)
Few desserts come more classic than this delightful Poires Belle Helene. The dish is essentially poached pears with a chocolate sauce but certainly sounds so much more enticing with its beautiful enticing French name. INGREDIENTS: 2 whole cinnamon sticks3/4 cup granulated sugar2 1/2 cups water (divided)4 firm Bosc pears (peeled, cored (see below) and with stem intact)8 small…
Chicken Adobo (Grace, Paris)
This is a classic Filipino dish. Every family has their own slight variation of this recipe. Here’s mine. INGREDIENTS 8 chicken pieces – wings3 pieces dried bay leaves½ cup of soy sauce2 squeezed lemon juice (More or less ¼ cup of lemon juice)1 medium size carrot, cut in large chunks2 medium size potato, cut in…
Almond Biscuits a.k.a Kourabiethes (Kristina, Sydney)
A delicious buttery almond biscuit my grandmother used to make at Easter. This is her recipe. INGREDIENTS 2.5 cups flour250g unsalted butter1 egg yolk3-4 tbsp Icing Sugar1 tsp Baking Powder1 tsp Vanilla Extract STEPS Pre-heat oven at 250CSoften butter with wooded spoon in a large bowlAdd, egg yolk, baking powder and vanilla extract and mix…
Soba Noodles in Chilli Dressing (Ronak, Mumbai)
INGREDIENTS 1 packet of soba noodles2-3 tbsp light soy sauce (adjust to taste)1 tbsp dark soy sauce2 tbsp chinkiang vinegar or rice wine vinegar3 chopped garlic2-3 chopped fresh chilli4-5 tbsp of chilli oil with its sediment2 tsp sesame oil1/2-1 tsp black pepperfinally hopped green part of 4 spring onionsOptional toppings: sesame seeds, grated carrots &…
Almond Tuiles (Lan, Paris)
An irresistible French classic that is quick and easy to make using very few ingredients. INGREDIENTS 60 g sugar2 egg whites1 egg yolk1 teaspoon natural vanilla extract50 g flour80 g melted butter40g raw sliced almonds STEPS Preheat oven at 200 degrees C.Beat egg whites and sugar until firm peaks are formed.Slowly add flour and melted…
Brazilian Moqueca Stew (Fernanda, São Paulo)
To be true to Brazilian tradition, serve this rich, hearty, spicy stew served with rice, farofa de dende, which is a toasted manioc meal to us. INGREDIENTS *Vegan style and Fish style optional 1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon freshly ground pepperjuice of 2 limes 2 teaspoons minced garlic 2 tablespoons olive or coconut oil 3 large *portabella mushrooms –…
Chocolate Chip Blondies (Mia, New York)
A classic American treat. Blondies are another variation on brownies without the cocoa. This recipe is quick and simple. Fun to enjoy the delicious results! INGREDIENTS 1 ½ cup all purpose flour½ teaspoon baking powder½ teaspoon salt2 large eggs1 cup brown sugar½ cup butter, melted1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup semisweet chocolate chips*Optional: walnuts or pecans…
Shaolin Salad (Nicolas, Paris)
A very fresh, tasty, but mainly healthy salad to wake senses and vitality in you ! Barely no calories, but many nutrition facts, vitamins, iron, magnesium, etc. checked in there. Salad ingredients: • grated beetroot • grated black radish • grated carrot • germinated fenugreek seeds • pumpkin seeds • coriander leaves Dressing ingredients: •…
Best Decadent Fudgy Brownies (Carmen, Brussels)
I’ve tried a lot of brownie recipes till I found this one, but now the search is over, these are definitely the best brownies ever! It’s actually a Trish Deseine recipe that I slightly modified. It’s quick and easy to prepare and the result will not disappoint you! INGREDIENTS 150 g brown sugar150 g of…
Matcha Financier Cake (Lan, Paris)
Easy & delicious! I don’t have much time, so I love simple, quick recipes.Here is one I adapted from my fortune teller friend Jean-Philippe. INGREDIENTS 150 g sugar60 g flour100 g almond powder4 egg whites140 g melted salted butterVanilla extract1 teaspoon of matcha (green tea) powderPossible Variation: replace matcha with lemon or orange zest. STEPS…