When cold weather rolls around, there are very few things that warm you up quite like a steaming bowl of soup. And if you’re looking for something seasonal, then this spicy and chunky root vegetable soup without tomatoes is sure to be a favourite once … Read More
Of the French “mother sauces,” there are few more intimidating than hollandaise. What is simply an emulsion of egg yolks and butter can go south at a moment’s notice if you get one element wrong. And sometimes, you may want to make eggs benedict and … Read More
Are you wondering if you can make penne alla vodka without vodka? Whether you’re underage and can’t actually buy the eponymous ingredient or have found that the vodka stash you thought you had has been depleted, there are lots of reasons why you might want … Read More
Do you want to make a delicious leek and potato soup without cream? Whether you’re not a fan of creamy soups, are trying to cut back on your excess fat intake or simply are looking for a vegan version of a classic favourite, there are … Read More
Chilli pastes are having a bit of a moment currently with everything from harissa to gochujang to sambal oelek being commonplace in recipes the world over these days. Adding a bit of heat and flavour to otherwise mundane foods, there is one chilli paste that … Read More
Are you looking for the perfect, hearty leek soup without potatoes? Well, look no further. Traditionally, leek soup is not a standalone fare, it normally is made with potatoes and then blended up into a smooth puree, the results being flavourful, albeit starchy and lacking … Read More
You will be hard-pressed to have a meal in Georgian that doesn’t include the classic tomato and cucumber salad. Home to some of the best tomatoes I’ve ever had, Georgia really celebrates these sweet red orbs with one of the most simple and flavourful salads … Read More
Beyond khachapuri and khinkali, there are few Georgian dishes out there that are as popular and well-known as satsivi and it really isn’t hard to see why. This decadent dish that combines poultry with a luscious walnut sauce is commonly served at New Year’s Eve … Read More
For some reason, making risotto at home can seem incredibly intimidating for even the most accomplished of home cooks. The dish has received something of a bad reputation for being fussy and complicated, however, at its core, this really isn’t the case. Forget any shortcuts, … Read More
Are you looking for a perfect French onion soup recipe without wine, sherry or any other kind of alcohol? Or do you not have any oven-safe bowls but still want the same delicious results? That’s where I come in. There are few things in this … Read More
While I will not hide that tkemali is definitely my favourite, if I’m looking for a great sauce to accompany a juicy mtsvadi or some roasted potatoes while at a restaurant in Georgia, I may just order a side of satsebeli. This spicy tomato sauce … Read More
There are few foods I love more in this world than pasta and, if I really had my way, I would eat it just about every day if I could. Even though I don’t eat pasta every single day of my life, I do make … Read More