Cornish fairings
Classic spicy, sweet biscuits from the Cornwall region of England. The history of these cookies is not entirely clear, but similar cookies were likely made and eaten sometimes at the beginning of the 19th century. They are said to be cookies that men gave to their loved ones. These are ginger cookies that contain several […]
Pasta alla Bolognese
Bolognese sauce is definitely an Italian food classic. This dish has been known since the end of the 18th century when it was first prepared without tomato sauce, but over time this sauce is known as red tomato sauce and it still contains good quality meat and often cubes of pancetta and finely chopped or […]
Nankhatai Cookies
These cookies are known in North Indian, Pakistani and Bangladeshi cuisine. It is believed that these cookies have remained in the cuisine of this region since the 16th century. A little exotic type of shortbread-type cookies, often flavored with nutmeg and green cardamom. The flavor of these cookies is additionally made interesting by the use […]
Eggplant stuffed with minced meat – Karnıyarık
Wonderfully tasty and simple food from the diverse cuisine of Turkey. I tried this food at a dinner in Istanbul. I think I was able to reproduce the flavors that made this dish so special in my homemade version. It is an eggplant stuffed with minced meat seasoned and cooked in tomato sauce and baked […]
Mailänderli – Swiss sugar cookies
A holiday treat and Christmas cookies from Switzerland, especially the Basel region, which are made from three basic ingredients: butter, sugar, and flour. Lemon zest is often used for flavor, and cookies are decorated by brushing with egg yolk. The making of these cookies is believed to date back to around the 18th century. Similar […]