Can you tell I’m on a chicken-and-shrimp kick lately? I recently shared a chicken-and-shrimp spinach stew, and now I’m bringing you this chicken-and-shrimp fried rice. Trust me—this beats restaurant fried rice every time. If you’re craving fried rice, make your own. I’ve made this twice in a few days and it disappears fast. I love … Read more

Pasta alla Norma is a classic Sicilian pasta made with eggplant, tomatoes and fresh basil, finished with grated Ricotta Salata. It’s a comforting, flavourful dish that’s easy to prepare and ideal for weeknight dinners. If you prefer not to fry the eggplant, you can roast it instead for a lighter version. Originating in Catania, Pasta … Read more

West African favorite Jollof Rice with shrimp is comfort food at its finest. Juicy seasoned shrimp, fragrant rice and bright vegetables come together in one pot using pantry staples and minimal prep. Life can be hectic, and long hours in the kitchen aren’t always possible. Between caring for children, homeschooling, running a blog and fitting … Read more

This Beef Fried Rice is a one-pot meal that brings together fragrant rice, browned beef, and crisp vegetables. Simple to prepare and full of flavor, it’s the perfect one-pan dinner when you want a satisfying, balanced meal. This recipe is a family favorite—my kids who usually avoid vegetables in rice loved it and asked for … Read more

Tortei di Patate are crisp, golden potato fritters from the Trentino-Alto Adige region in northern Italy. Made with just a few pantry ingredients, they’re quick to prepare and delicious served warm with cured meats and cheeses or enjoyed on their own. Tortei di Patate are traditionally simple and satisfying. There are a couple of ways … Read more

Tegole Valdostane are thin, crisp hazelnut and almond cookies from the Valle d’Aosta (Aosta Valley) in Italy. Delicate and lightly sweet, they bake quickly and are perfect for dipping into a morning cappuccino or espresso. The name tegole refers to the rustic slate roof tiles found across the Aosta Valley, and these cookies mimic that … Read more

Behold the best pancakes you will ever make — Cameroonian pancakes that are soft, fluffy, sweet and utterly delicious. If pancakes were a vegetable, I would be thrilled, because I could eat them every day. I love pancakes in all forms: American pancakes, waffles, Nigerian, Ghanaian, Kenyan and Cameroonian pancakes — store-bought or homemade, plain … Read more

Ligurian Minestrone Soup is a nourishing bowl of squash, zucchini, cabbage, beans and pasta, finished with a spoonful of homemade Genovese pesto. This version is hearty, packed with vegetables and full of bright, comforting flavour. Minestrone alla Genovese is a traditional soup from Liguria. Unlike tomato-based minestrone recipes from other regions, this Ligurian style highlights … Read more

These Brown Butter Pecan Cookies are sweet, tender, and crisp at the edges—utterly decadent. They have a caramel-like, nutty flavor from the browned butter and toasted pecans, with a soft, chewy center and a thin, crisp exterior. Best of all, they bake in about 10 minutes. I often bake cookies around the holidays, and one … Read more