This Pulled pork and fresh tomatillos soup comforted me when I needed most, and here I will tell you how and why. Summer es halfway through, 🙁 Our road trip was a complete success, OMG, so many places, so much to see, We got to see so many beautiful places, amazed at how wonderful and […]
Duck confit ravioli
Duck confit ravioli Here is another homemade pasta adventure, as the first time, I made raviolis and everybody liked them, I am repeating another ravioli recipe, this time with an upgraded filling! Duck confit, I mean anything is better with confit. Tips: • Fillings can be as simple as one or two ingredients to […]
Grilled Jerk Chicken
This Grilled Jerk Chicken recipe is really flavourful. Jerk is a style of cooking native to Jamaica in which meat is dry-rubbed or wet-marinated with a very hot spice mixture called Jamaican jerk spice. Jerk seasoning is traditionally applied to pork and chicken. Modern recipes also apply jerk spice mixes to fish, shrimp, shellfish, beef, […]
Duck confit parmentier
Duck confit parmentier Hachis Parmentier is a French dish made with mashed, baked potato, combined with diced meat, or if you will a simpler version of a shepherd’s pie. The word “hachis” means a dish in which the ingredients are chopped or minced. This is a dish that will be normally made with leftovers, made with […]
Ropa vieja Cubana (Cuban Shredded beef)
Ropa vieja, Spanish for “old clothes,” is a popular dish of the Canary Islands and Cuba. The original recipe consists of a dish made with leftovers from the cocido. In the Americas, it is a shredded flank, brisket, or skirt steak in a tomato sauce base. Variations of the dish occur throughout the Caribbean, especially […]
Easy roasted chicken
Easy roasted chicken Hey! Monday it’s here …and you have to begin thinking what are you going to make for dinner this week, what to do?? buy it or make it fresh from scratch, that is the question, most parents go through every week. I know most of us, live the routine and try to make the best of […]
Chicken Tajine with prunes and almonds
This Chicken Tajine with prunes and almonds is part of the Moroccan national dish recipes, the tajine, a lamb or poultry stew. Other common ingredients may include almonds, hard-boiled eggs, prunes, lemons, tomatoes, and other vegetables. The tajine, like other Moroccan dishes, is known for its distinctive flavoring, which comes from spices including saffron, cumin, […]
Shrimp, avocado & mango salad
I don’t know about you, but here is always summer, the period of time otherwise called winter never comes by to visit us on our beloved island. This Shrimp, avocado & mango salad is just perfect to cope with the heat. Through the months of December, January, and February it tends to get fresh 22 […]
Creamy chicken in potato cheesy baskets #WeekdaySupper
Creamy chicken in potato cheesy baskets #WeekdaySupper So I am always trying to find ways to sneak vegetables in my meals as one of my daughter refuses to eat them. So this is a children’s favorite, potatoes and chicken! I grated my own potatoes but lots of brands sell already grated potatoes (Hash browns) in the […]
Classic Fish Ceviche
Ceviche is one of my husband’s favorite weekly fixes! He loves the freshness of this dish and the feeling of eating healthy and light. During Lent in the Dominican Republic, there’s an increase in fish consumption, so we tend to try different recipes. This classic fish ceviche is easy and simple to make, with a […]
Spaghetti alle Vongole: A Taste of Italy
Hey, my beloved peeps! Today, I’m sharing one of my favorite traditional Italian recipes—Spaghetti alle Vongole. This simple yet flavorful pasta dish brings out the best in each ingredient. With just a handful of components, it’s a perfect example of how less can be more in the kitchen. Join me on a culinary journey to […]
Grilled Mahi Mahi Brochette: A Dominican Delight
Hey, my beloved peeps! Today, I’m whisking you away on a culinary escapade straight from our Dominican kitchen: Grilled Mahi Mahi Brochette. The Mahi Mahi means “very strong” in Hawaiian, and here in the DR, it’s called Dorado or dorade coryphène in French! This white, firm-fleshed fish is a staple in our cuisine and is […]
Authentic Spanish Tortilla Recipe: A Classic Delight
Hey, my beloved peeps! Today, I’m whisking you away on a culinary escapade straight from Spain: My Spanish Tortilla. Relish the authenticity of Spanish cuisine with our classic Tortilla recipe! This rich, dense omelette layered with golden potatoes and aromatic onions is versatile enough for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. And the best part? You can […]
Mexican Tortilla Soup: A Flavorful and Authentic Recipe
This is a traditional Mexican tortilla soup! a delicious dish that captures the rich flavors of Mexican cuisine. Made with fresh ingredients and seasoned with Ancho or Guajillo chiles (or Cubanelles as a substitute), this soup is both hearty and healthy. Perfect for getting your kids to eat vegetables, this soup is a staple in […]
Super Easy Veal Ragu: A Delicious and Classic Recipe
Looking for a rich and flavorful sauce to elevate your pasta dishes? This super easy veal ragu is an old classic that never disappoints. With a combination of veal, pancetta, and a medley of vegetables, this ragu offers a complex depth of flavor through various cooking techniques such as sweating, sautéing, and braising. Perfect for […]
Delicious eggs en cocotte with tomato
This morning I was craving something rich and flavorful and decided to try out this classic recipe with a twist, Delicious eggs en cocotte with tomato in my new ramenkins or little cocottes. I revisited the classic Eggs en Cocotte (baked eggs) recipe and created my own version of it. The classic recipe is made […]
Delicious Chicken Pot Pie Recipe: Flaky Crust and Creamy Broth
I love chichken pot pie recipe with its flaky crust, creamy broth, sweet vegetables, and golden chicken! It’s truly amazing. Pot pie usually refers to a type of meat pie with a top crust, generally of flaky pastry. Some pot pie variations are similar to a baked casserole (or chicken and dumplings). Since there is […]
Authentic Recipe for Dominican Sancocho – Hearty Soup with Root Vegetables and Meats
Experience a hearty, flavorful journey through the Dominican Republic’s culinary heritage with Dominican Sancocho. This dish combines a medley of meats and vegetables in a thick, savory broth, making it a comforting staple perfect for family gatherings or chilly evenings. Sancocho (from the Spanish verb sancochar, “to parboil”) is a traditional soup (often considered a […]
Roasted Vegetable Soup Recipe: A Flavorful and Hearty Delight
Indulge in a hearty bowl of roasted vegetable soup goodness! This vibrant roasted vegetable soup showcases the intense, natural flavors of vegetables, complemented by a hint of aromatic garlic and spicy red chili. It’s a delightful culinary journey from the oven to the table. Prepare the roasted vegetable soup This roasted vegetable soup is a […]