Recipes
Jerusalem Mixed Grill Recipe
Think you’re not an offal fan? This Jerusalem mixed grill recipe might just convert you. Chicken livers and chicken breast cooked in a baharat spice...
Dessert
Israeli Malabi Pudding
It was only after I chose Israel as one of my first culinary destinations that I learned a debate as to whether Israel has...
Dessert
Indonesian Fried Bananas
Last weekend I went to the Punahou Carnival. Although I was extremely excited to see a sign for gluten-free nacho plates (!!!), I still got a little jealous...
Dessert
Gluten-Free Amaranth Honey Cake
I guess honey cake is traditional for Rosh Hashanah because I saw versions of it in many Israeli cookbooks. It was easy enough to convert...
Appetizers
Acarajé- Brazilian Black-Eyed Pea Fritters
In the book Gabriela, Clove and Cinnamon, main character Nacib quickly finds himself the owner of the most popular bar in town after his new cook, Gabriela,...
Main Dishes
Pad Thai Noodles
If I’m going to make Thai noodles, nine times out of ten it’ll be a simpler spicy noodle with garlic and Chinese cabbage. But...
Dessert
Thai Chile Jam
For those of you who have already tried nam prik pow, I certainly don’t need to sell you on its virtues… you’re likely already...
Asian
Spicy Eggplant with Red Bell Pepper and Thai Basil
Every so often I stumble upon a food blog post in which the author is trying to persuade his or her readers into “trying...
Drinks
Ginger and Lemongrass Syrup
It’s not exactly groundbreaking, but here’s the lovechild of my two favorite syrups: ginger and lemongrass. The condiment shelves in my fridge are generally...
Dessert
Gluten-Free Chocolate Mug Cake
I’ve never been much of an early adopter when it comes to food. Evidence? I tried a single serving mug cake for the first...