Enchilada
The enchilada is filled corn tortilla roll, covered with chilly sauce. It is believed that similar food was eaten already in the Mayan Empire, where fish and vegetables were rolled into thin cornbread rolls. Enchilada rolls are listed as one of the most popular local foods in the notes of conquistadores. One of the first […]
Tom yum
The traditional spicy and sour soup originated from Thailand, usually made with shrimps. This soup is made often using especially fresh herbs and mushrooms. If there is no possibility to get fresh herbs in the supermarket, you can also use dried leaves and herbs, but as much as possible make the soup from fresh material. […]
Chocolate-hazelnut cake
This recipe has been circulating in our family already for decades. It is said to be originated from Australia and if it is true, it could be a good counter-argument to the claim that in Australia only a mud cake can be found. Anyway, I’ve made this cake almost that from early childhood and somehow […]
Eggplant with carlic and parsley
Mark Liechti told me about an excellent appetizer he ate at his home in Tuscany. He describes this food in such a way that I was interested to make it also myself. I can’t say anything about the authenticity of the food, but it was delicious for me, as well as for others who tried […]
Strawberry tart
Summer is the perfect time to eat strawberries. I don’t have an idea to write historical facts about the strawberry tart, but strawberries are grown in culture since the 8th century in France and England. In ancient Rome wild strawberries were used for medical purposes. European kings let strawberries grow in their garden gardens as […]
Keeled
Eggplant rolls with ricotta, parmesan, and walnuts
April 13, 2025
Roman-style artichokes (Carciofi alla Romana)
April 6, 2025
Charcoal Chocolate Tartelet
March 23, 2025
Glazed butternut squash steak with ratatouille and kale chips
March 16, 2025
Duck fillet with ratatouille and kale chips
March 8, 2025