The delicious Halifax Donair, a Nova Scotia Specialty

Main Course Recipes, Cookbooks, Exotic World Recipes, Reviews

The east coast Halifax Donair specialty is something like a gyro, but all beef – no lamb. Rather than the traditional tzatziki sauce, donairs use “donair sauce”. Now I am pretty sure 95% percent of you are saying: a what? Well I was in that...

Peruvian Quinoa Flan | Crema Volteada de Quinua

Dessert Recipes, Exotic World Recipes

Who could resist a sweet milky egg custard that is just dripping with a light caramel sauce? By adding a bit of quinoa one could say this Peruvian Quinoa Flan is healthy too (sorta)! I have been meaning to tell you one of my craziest travel stories for a while now...

A Striking Moroccan Corn Chickpea Salad

Salad and Soup Recipes, Exotic World Recipes, Recipes from food films and TV

Chickpeas are a staple of Moroccan cuisine. Find it in dips, tagines, and couscous. And chickpeas make for a delicious and hearty salad, like this Moroccan Corn Chickpea Salad. The Food N’ Flix pick this month was actually a movie I had never heard about....

Glazed Cherry Matcha Scones: the Perfect Afternoon Treat

Bread Recipes, Exotic World Recipes

With just a touch of matcha and the cherries reminiscent of the beautiful cherry blossoms, these Glazed Cherry Matcha Scones are a true nod to Japanese culture. Enjoy them with a lovely cup of green tea. Did you know that this week is International Scones...

Ukrainian Cheese Filled Crepes | Nalysnyky | налисники

Main Course Recipes, Exotic World Recipes

Who could resist these delicious Ukrainian cheese filled crepes, called Nalysnyky, which are flavored with a touch of dill, baked in copious amounts of butter, and luxuriously topped off with caviar! If you are a regular follower you will know I have some roots in...

Welsh Anglesey Eggs for House Banefort

Main Course Recipes, Exotic World Recipes, Recipes from food films and TV, Vegetarian Recipes

Have you ever tried the Welsh Anglesey Eggs dish? It’s a simple yet hearty vegetarian recipe made with mashed potatoes, leeks, eggs, and a cheddar sauce. It makes for an easy and quick supper…or a great brunch or lunch meal. Plus it is just as good served...