Good food with a twist
Ceviche has always been a favourite of mine. It packs so much flavour combining sweet, spicy, sour and savoury. It makes the perfect stater for your dinners and it is very easy to make. You can also give it another twist by replacing the mango with chestnut mushroom. Tip 1: […]
Like zaatar and flat bread, there are a few things you’ll always find in Lebanese household. Labneh is no exception. It’s a kind of cream cheese based on yoghurt. The yoghurt is left to darin its fluids overnight and the next day you’ll the lovely creamy labneh. A drizzle of […]
Originally I had made this recipe as part of the tonca bean panna cotta and then I realised that it is so good on its own that it simply deserves its own entry. It’s chocolate, it’s mousse, it’s raspberries, it’s macadamia. Not convinced yet? Then go make it. Now 😉 […]
Dried pork meats usually combine well with sweet flavours due to their saltiness (like ham with melon). In this recipe, I add another classic strong ingredient: blue cheese. A wonderful marriage of flavours that makes a perfect starter for your meals or a small bite for cocktail parties. I use […]
As you probably already know, I’m a sucker for halloumi. Simply grilling it is enough but a few variations are irresistible. The following combination is taken from Nadia and Merijn’s lovely book Souq. Zaatar is mixture of oregano, sumac, sesame and salt. Nowadays it’s quite broadly available, although it might […]
A simple, refreshing and surprisingly fragrant salad. Tarragon is a wonderful herb that adds a lovely anisy flavour to dishes. The combination of the sour/bitter from the grapefruit, creamy from the avocado and almost sweet of the tarragon is amazing! Not to mention the vibrant colours that add a great […]
My husband and I are active couchsurfers and enjoy hosting travellers at our home. It feels a bit like holiday without going anywhere! Sometimes the couchsurfer you host is a professional cook who takes over the kitchen and delights us with a great meal. Like Kyle from Australia. He made […]
Cardamom is one of those spices which flavour makes you dream away into faraway lands. With its citrusy notes, it is also very versatile: you can use in savoury dishes like shawarma or to make incredibly fragrant desserts like this amazing ice cream. I love making ice cream at home. […]
The traditional Peruvian ceviche is a wonderful dish and it all has to do with the marinade and sauce, called Leche de Tigre or Tiger’s milk. Three powerful flavours are combined together: coriander, chili pepper and lime juice. Besides fish and seafood, you can make ceviche with fruits and vegetables. […]
This recipe is too good; it simply deserves its own page. No introductions needed, just make it. Check out the lime chicken recipe for a wonderful combination.
Hi there! I'm Oliver, a Lebanese living in the Netherlands, sharing my culinary adventures, favourite flavours and Lebanese goodness. Have a look, give the recipes a try and let me know what you think! Enjoy and bon apétit!
