The crunchiness and superb simplicity of roasted Brussel sprouts are underrated. They are a delicacy. Combine this humble vegetable with ancient quinoa and wait for those flavors to merge…
Although, today is not a Monday but I feel this post is very appropriate for Easter. It was my husband’s idea to make a post about this salad. He…
Today I have a video recipe for you. This is my first attempt, hence please treat it kindly-)) I would love to hear your thoughts, impressions and what other…
New Year in Russia is considered to be a family holiday, but many choose to have their New Year’s party in clubs or restaurants, or while being away on…
Appetizers/ Fish & Seafood/ Zakusky
Russian Monday: “Volovan s Gribamy” – Vol-au-vents with Creamy Mushroom & Shrimp Filling
Vol-au-vent is a puffy tartlet from flaky dough. Dough raises up during baking and takes shape of a small cup or basket. Variety of fillings go into baked dough baskets…
I have been very busy over the last few weeks, doing a lot of creative things/jobs and also watching my latest favorite cooking show – The Great British Baking…
If you’re run out of ideas for sweet potato appetizers/snacks/side dishes, these potato roses are a very pretty and easy to make. It takes only 25 minutes to cook…
Appetizers/ Vegetables
Baked Acorn Squash with Chestnuts, Mushrooms & Quinoa, also a Story about Horse-Chestnuts!
Halved acorn squash make perfect single-serving bowls. These make a great vegetarian main course for any day, but they’re also a festive accompaniment to turkey, chicken or roast duck.…
Chive flower is a the first flower I ate this summer from our garden. I was standing by the chives picking off the flowers to promote more leaf growth,…
The meaty texture of baby portobello mushrooms combined with creamy avocado, crunchy cucumbers, and fresh micro greens makes a substantial sandwich. Swiss cheese adds richness to this summer lunch.…
My kale pesto made with an avocado and flaxseed oil. It took me only 5 minutes to prepare this tasty sauce. If you don’t have pine nuts, you may…
This dish already is thousands of years old. When I traveled through the Middle East I have tried hummus from street food carts and in fancy restaurants. Each hummus…
Oven-baked crispy sweet and spicy chicken wings are a healthier version for anyone who loves chicken wings. Finished with a teriyaki sauce and sesame seeds for an extra crunch.…
These fishcakes are delicious, no matter how many you are going to make they will disappear in front of your eyes. Usually I have a few photographs for a…
Cauliflower Cake is a very fresh idea for serving your vegetables for dinner. This dish looks impressive on a plate and goes well with any seafood combination or roasted…
Even though in every Russian family Olivier salad is made in their own way with some secret ingredient, like grandma used to do it, let’s try to remember where…