When the first hint of spring rolls around I start to look for Hyacinths in the store. I dig around the display looking for one that is at least a week away from blooming. I never buy the fully bloomed ones because after they bloom you literally have only a […]
If you’re a novice in the kitchen or just beginning to cook, this is the perfect recipe to get your feet wet. In Serbia there’s a saying “prosto ko pasulj” roughly translated to mean “as simple as beans”, a metaphor to describe just how easy something is to do/make. Like […]
I bet you’re wondering why I’m posting a recipe called “Russian Salad” if this is a blog dedicated to Balkan recipes. Well let me tell you just how Balkan Russian Salad is. Based on my research, this salad is known more commonly as Olivye or Olivier salad and may include […]
When I think of spring recipes, I think of bright, light, flavors and plenty of colorful fruit. Ask anyone that knows me and they will tell you just how obsessed I am with lemon. I love the scent and the fresh taste, and it makes me think of sunny afternoons […]
About a year ago, a friend was telling me how she picked up some feta cheese at the store and the lid of the container was not closed properly. So on her way home, the container opened and all the liquid spilled out making a huge mess in the car. […]
Slatko i voda, or sweet preserves and water. If you’ve ever visited a Balkan home during a special occasion, holiday, or for the first time, you’ve probably been approached with a tray lined with a dish of what looks like a jam or fruit preserve, glasses of mineral or tap […]
There is something so comforting about chicken soup. Instant chicken soup (aka the salt bomb in a bag) I grew up eating, is something I try to avoid these days, even though it brings back sweet memories. Every hostess needs to have at least one good soup recipe in her […]
I’m the type of person who could make a meal out of appetizers. If I could choose, I would just skip the main dish altogether. If you’re familiar with Balkan culture, entertaining guests involves having some kind of Mezze before an actual meal. This usually involves smoked meats, cheeses, and […]
I don’t know about you, but I am ready for summer. For ice cold drinks, dining outside, and lots and lots of watermelon. Another thing I associate with summer and warm weather is light fare. Salads, small bites, and appetizers using fresh, in-season ingredients. Tomatoes always taste best in the […]
What does home smell like to you? Is it the smell of a homemade meal? Or maybe it’s the smell of fabric softener floating on a warm breeze that makes you close your eyes and inhale deeply. Is it the smell of cigarette smoke that curls and dances from your […]
