Peppered Mackerel Sandwiches
Balik Ekmek, fish sandwiches from Istanbul and how to make them.
Herby Quinoa & Hake Dolmades with Sultanas and Pine nuts
A snapshot of Mikrolimano in Piraeus, Athens and a recipe for unconventional but utterly scrumptious dolmades.
Arroz de Marisco – Portuguese Seafood Rice
Arroz de Marisco, how to make this Portuguese Seafood Rice dish. Worth every step, and snippets of Lisbon.
Souvlaki Hot dog – Greek street food with a twist
Tapping into the street food hot dog trend, I make the simplest of Greek foods, the souvlaki, marinated with thyme and mint and serve it on a hot dog bun. Some scenes favourite scenes from Athens
Ajoblanco (White Gazpacho) with Goat Cheese Croutons
Today, I want to share an ajoblanco or white gazpacho soup, popular around Spain in summer and perfect for our fiery South African festive season. While ajo means garlic in Spanish, what makes this soup distintive are the almonds used.
TBEX Girona 2012 Slideshow set to Spanish Pop
My experience at TBEX Girona 2012 - a slideshow.
Middle Eastern Vegetable Mini Pots
I have been thinking a lot about Istanbul recently and our visit there in June. This dish is based on one we enjoyed at a Turkish restaurant in Cape Town and I reminisce about the Asian side in Istanbul and the famous Ciya Sofrasi restaurant.
Miguel de Brito’s Green Bean Tempura (Peixinhos Horta). Rest in Peace, Friend.
Rest in peace Miguel de Brito, chef, hunter and dear friend. A recipe for green bean tempura that I enjoyed with Miguel, here.
Portuguese Alheira, Lardons and Asparagus Pasta
A recipe using traditional Alheira sausage and all the things I miss about Lisbon. Well, some of them.
Cheddar Cheese & Parsley Beer Bread & Exploring the birthplace of Fado – Mouraria
A walk around Mouraria, the birthplace of Fado music and a very special project to honour the oldest residents of the district. A slideshow of the visit set to a fado number sung by Cuca Roseta. And to enjoy with this? A thick slice of cheddar and parsley beer bread with salted butter.