Vai alla ricetta I fell in love with Sweden the moment I set foot there in April. As I mentioned in my previous buns post, what I adore most are the baked goods — especially cardamom buns. Today I’m sharing a festive version: Christmas cinnamon rolls filled with lingonberry jam and topped with pistachios. Very … Read more

Irish Mule Recipe offers a refreshing twist on the classic Moscow Mule by swapping vodka for Irish whiskey. The result is a bright, ginger-forward cocktail with a smooth whiskey backbone—perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any time you want a simple, crowd-pleasing drink. Irish Mule Recipe The Irish Mule keeps the classic structure of a … Read more

The blueberry martini is a bright, refreshing cocktail made with blueberry vodka (Stoli Blueberry or Cold River Blueberry are excellent choices), triple sec, simple syrup, and fresh lemon juice. Think of it as a blueberry-forward martini or a spiked blueberry lemonade—either way, it’s fruity and crisp. This version of the blueberry martini was inspired by … Read more

Rather than making a traditional local oxtail soup with a thin broth and peanuts, I decided to create a richer, savory oxtail stew. I began by browning the oxtails and stew meat, then cooked the onions, added mushrooms, and finally poured in a bottle of cabernet sauvignon. I simmered the stew for about an hour, … Read more

Happy Spring! The weekend felt truly like spring — not just on the calendar. Warm, clear weather invited us outside, and signs of the season were everywhere. We spent most of the weekend cleaning up fallen branches, dead trees, and piles of pine needles. The best part: we built a huge burn pile and cleared … Read more

Try something different for pizza night with this garlic and Parmesan White Pizza Sauce recipe. It’s creamy, simple to prepare, and pairs beautifully with a variety of cheeses and toppings. Spread it on homemade pizza dough and top with mozzarella and Parmesan, or your preferred white-pizza ingredients. If you prefer a classic red base, use … Read more

On this day we attended a masterclass led by Robert Verweij, a Dutch chef and viticulturist best known for his appearances on the TV show Life & Cooking. In addition to running cooking and wine workshops, Robert is an experienced cheese connoisseur. He began the session by demonstrating how to make ice cream. Using cream, … Read more

Rustic peach galette with a tender buttery crust, juicy peaches and fresh currants. Made with few ingredients and no refined sugars, this galette is delightfully sweet with deep flavor — the perfect summer dessert. Peach season has arrived, and I couldn’t be more excited. As a gardener and seasonal cook, I love creating recipes that … Read more

If you crave the warm, aromatic comfort of pho but want it entirely plant-based and quick to prepare, this Vegan Pho delivers. The broth is deeply savory and fragrant without beef bones or long simmering. Instead, we develop rich flavor from charred aromatics, toasted whole spices, fresh ginger and garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and … Read more