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M&M Chocolate chip cookies

My son decided to celebrate his 10th birthday at home. I was both excited and terrified at the same time. I have never hosted a birthday party at home, let alone a pool party. It was an unknown experience for me, but there is a first time for everything. All […]

June 13, 2021

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Wonderful Rose cake

Usually, for my children’s birthdays, I order delicious cakes from the pastry shops. Decorated with their favorite movie or cartoon characters and made according to their preferences.  But this year was completely different. Since I learned how to cook, my older daughter requested me to make her the cake for […]

June 13, 2021

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Fruit tart

Tarts are one of our favorite summer desserts, especially when we have all the fresh fruits in season. As part of the dessert table for my daughter’s birthday, I made this scrumptious fruit tart with pastry creme. It was finger-licking good. Ingredients: Tart  6 egg yolks 500 ml milk 2 […]

June 13, 2021

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Carbonara recipe

Typically, after getting back home, I would order the carbonara almost everywhere, but nothing could come close to the Roman one. I started to search for the perfect recipe, making my own trials as well. To be honest several times, I ended up with scrambled egg pasta, but I was […]

May 26, 2021

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Onion soup

Ingredients for 4/5 people: 5 large white onions 1 French baguette 50 gr butter 40 gr flour 100 dry white wine 200 gr grated Gruyere cheese or Emmental Fresh thyme Bay leaf 1 l Water 2 cubes chicken bouillon Instructions: Start by cutting the onion into half-moon slices. Melt the […]

May 26, 2021

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Oven-roasted Duck with Potatoes

Duck is one of our favorite poultry dishes, especially my son loves it. We serve it mainly during the holiday season when the whole family gathers together.  I always prefer cooking a fresh duck, but also a frozen one will work. This is a dish that will impress your guests. […]

May 26, 2021

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Dolma, dock & vine leaves stuffed with rice and herbs

Dolma, dock, and vine leaves stuffed with rice and herbs

This traditional dish reminds me of my childhood; my late grandmother often prepared it for special occasions. It is the first time I am preparing myself, and it brought me beautiful memories. I am sure my grandmother would have been very proud of me.  Ingredients: 30 dock leaves 30 vine […]

May 26, 2021

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Waffles

Waffles

I recently bought a waffle maker and started experimenting with the waffle recipes; after several failed attempts, I believe I have found the perfect combination. My waffles are crunchy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Ingredients: 2 eggs  40 grams granulated sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 420 ml […]

May 26, 2021

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Fusilli With Oven-Baked Feta And Cherry Tomatoes

My love for feta cheese is epic. I can have it for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. I can combine it with a salad or bread only. But growing up, I learned to love it with pasta, and now I have transferred this love to our children as well. One of […]

May 26, 2021

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Strawberry tiramisu

Strawberry tiramisu

I know, I know it is difficult to imagine your favorite Italian dessert differently. But sometimes, I have to adapt the recipes according to my kids’ wishes. Typically, all three of them adore strawberries and can’t get enough of them. So I combine them in desserts as well. Besides the […]

May 26, 2021

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