Don’t Forget To Challah At Me (Raisin Challah Bread)

Before I begin this blog entry, allow me to apologize for dragging out its publication. As I mentioned on my Facebook page, we (my fiancé and I) are in the process of relocating… Continue reading →

Make You Want Some Misr

Have you ever visited a restaurant not knowing what to expect despite the rave reviews and the allure of a fabulous meal? Have you ever gone to that type of restaurant and been thoroughly impressed?… Continue reading →

Lacking Leavened Love (Spiced Orange Ricotta Cake)

Happy Passover to all the Jewish people of the world! As the holiday comes to a close, I wanted to share with you a recipe that I created over the past week. It… Continue reading →

Spice Up Your Life (Çılbır)

Trying to find inspiration for a blog is by no means a simple feat, especially when you have a goal of publishing something at least once a week. This week proved to be no… Continue reading →

Friday Night Fish Tales (Moroccan-Spiced Hot Fish)

This blog post is dedicated to the loving memory of my late father-in-law, Yair Shatil. I hope you’re having a badass time in heaven and keeping an eye on your beautiful family. We… Continue reading →

The Wonderful World of Technical Difficulties…and anchovies (Farfalle alle acciughe)

Hello, hello, hello! I know it’s been quite a while since I’ve posted any of my delicious creations. I’ve been traveling and preparing to move to a new apartment. Saturday is the big… Continue reading →

Treats from the 305, Part 2 (Ham Croquettes)

Since my last post, I had the chance to make it down to South Florida for my brother’s graduation. Did I gorge on delicious Cuban treats? I sure did! And I was actually… Continue reading →

Treats from the 305, Part 1 (Guava Cheese Turnovers)

Miami, Miami, Miami. So many people are fond of her. What’s not to love? The metro area of more than 5 million people is bordered by the Everglades, expansive roads and the beaches… Continue reading →

The Poor Man’s Meal (Lentil Soup)

What is it about peasant food that makes it so delicious? Why is it so popular? As a matter of fact, what is it? Basically, it’s anything our impoverished predecessors created to make… Continue reading →

…and you must use GOOD olive oil

There are times when I go into the kitchen and I have no idea what the hell I want to make. I open my fridge, which is usually full of goods, and say… Continue reading →