I always cook this dish whenever I have crowds for dinner or lunch. It works as a salad and a vegetarian main. It’s important that you use thick, Greek type yogurt here. You can prepare everything in advance…

I believe the exact translation of “Imam Bayildi” is “The Imam fainted”. It was thought that the oil in this dish was so much, it caused the Imam to pass-out. Truth is, aubergines absorb an immense amount of…

There is nothing “upside down” about this food other than the fact that you turn it upside down on a plate to serve it, like a cake. It is delightful and very impressive, fragrant and incredibly delicious. Mostly…

I tried them for the first time in Istanbul. It is a very aromatic kebab that as soon as you cut it you see small green pieces of pistachios. It’s fantastic, wrapped in a garlic yogurt-slathered pita and…

PERFECTION! Don’t even think about this recipe, just go ahead and make it. I got some fantastic chorizo in slices which makes it so easy to just devour or put between the potatoes.

I have been in a baking spree yesterday. I love baking things especially yeasted doughs. I find proofing dough a mesmerizing process. The way it comes to life. Although I have been experimenting with sourdough lately, I wanted…

The coolest, easiest dessert. It kind of reminds me of the simplicity of baby food, the kind you throw fresh fruit in a food processor, blend for a few seconds and there you have it; baby fruit puree.…

This is healthy. And, it’s a dessert! Not overly sweet, with just the addition of maple syrup. No sugar. No cream. Yogurt and coconut milk are the main ingredients and of course, luscious blue berries. You can use…

When I was a kid, I remember my mom cooking “roast” every Sunday. Lamb in pieces, with potatoes and slices of tomatoes. It’s great when you’re expecting guests for dinner, to put a meal in the oven for…

Nectarines and cheese are a match made in heaven. For this “summer-on-a-plate” salad, I chose brie. You can replace brie with a creamy Camembert or create a “restaurant” presentation by rolling goat cheese into small balls. You can…