Tag: Europe

Blistered Shishito Peppers

Blistered Shishito Peppers

Well, we just got into the groove of hot days and cool meals, lighter fare and small bites as temps rose towards summer levels and…just like that we’re back in sweatpants and eating heartier bowls.  Still, I’m trying to channel warmer times and for that,…

Blue Skies and Blue Seas, Capdepera

Blue Skies and Blue Seas, Capdepera

Ready for a road trip? We moved on from our city adventures and head to the northeast or so corner of Mallorca to a little resort town called Capdepera.  We picked up our mini-electric toy car (which Ham still misses daily, it seems), found the…

Spanish Almond Cookies

Spanish Almond Cookies

I hope you’re okay with hearing more about Spain in the coming weeks. It was such a good vacation, I’m going to relive it in my mind and in my kitchen for as long as I can, and the food was so fabulous, I hope you take it back to your kitchen as well. Let’s get cooking- and first up are these Spanish almond cookies.
 

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Castles and Cathedrals, Palma

Castles and Cathedrals, Palma

Let’s talk about Spain! I’m finally home, about 90% over the jet-lag and ready to reminisce about my latest jaunt to The Continent with Ham. In case you missed it, we spent the week on the lovely island of Mallorca.  It was wonderful and beautiful…

Gingerbread Spiced Nuts

Gingerbread Spiced Nuts

Carnival-style nuts with a holiday twist: Gingerbread spiced nuts are slow roasted with hints of cinnamon, cloves and ginger.

Climb Every Mountain, Andorra

Climb Every Mountain, Andorra

Last week, I ventured overseas.  It was something that, like many of us, I hadn’t done in over two years. But I had reached my breaking point and mentally, I needed it. I craved it. I wanted out of my box, and so in what was a very last minute decision, I packed my bags with 8 days to spare and went to Andorra.

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Sweet Poppyseed Rolls

Sweet Poppyseed Rolls

These sweet poppyseed rolls are a nod to the beloved Hungarian holiday favorite, filled with poppies, left to sit overnight and topped with a simple icing

Rough Puff Pastry Chocolate Croissants

Rough Puff Pastry Chocolate Croissants

Easy rough puff pastry chocolate croissants are easier than you’d imagine, with layers of homemade flaky pastry and gooey Nutella filling. Dusted with sugar, they are a perfect treat!

Tuscan Ribollita

Tuscan Ribollita

It’s still soup season, and it’s always bread season (IMO) so let’s bring them both together today with this Tuscan Ribollita.  

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Roasted Fennel and Citrus Salad

Roasted Fennel and Citrus Salad

Roasted fennel and citrus salad is a healthy bowl of proteins and greens with textures and flavors that are never boring!