Pollo Pepe (Sherry Chicken)
It has been forever since I posted the last entry on this blog. How does time run so fast? Anyway, I long back wanted to share the recipe for this amazingly juicy and savory chicken dish with you. I learnt it in Spain last year from a dear friend, cautiously saved the recipe for future … Continue reading
On the streets of the Maresme, Catalunya
Last September we made a trip to our beloved Spain, visiting the beautiful Maresme of Catalunya, on the coast of the Mediterranean sea. The Maresme has gorgeous sandy beaches and countless little bars scattered along the coast. These bars will offer you several choices for a growling stomach: cold tapas, sandwiches, hot tapas with a … Continue reading
Vitasia Tandoori Kit
I love Indian food. The colours, smells, spices and variety amaze me. I have my favorite Indian place here in Hungary where they make the BEST samosas and curries. However people are curious beings and love to experiement, isn’t that so? I found a DIY Vitasia Tandoori Chicken kit in the local Lidl supermarket – … Continue reading
Brown Sugar Palmier Bites
These palmiers are one of my boyfriend’s big favorites. Back in Spain they would be partly covered in chocolate (and would be way bigger in size), here at home he gets the simple sugary version. You will need a pre-made puff pastry sheet, some brown sugar and 5 minutes total prep time (not counting the … Continue reading
Breakfast Brioche Muffins
I have been chatting today with one of my colleagues about his recent vacations in France. His most vivid memory at the time seemed to be the fresh, soft piece of brioche he and his wife bought for each day’s breakfast, to be accompanied by a cup of espresso. His enthusiasm about this piece of pastry … Continue reading
La Tasca De Los Vinos – Las Palmas, Gran Canaria
As I mentioned we have been to a couple of good restaurants during our recent trip to Gran Canaria, Spain, but I have to highlight this one. Hidden in the small Calle El Cid in Las Palmas, the restaurant La Tasca de los Vinos is a true gem of Uruguayan cuisine. Meats from Uruguay, small … Continue reading
Eating our way around Las Palmas, Gran Canaria – Part 1
Following our few days’ visit to Barcelona, the airplane dropped us in Las Palmas, capital city of the Canary Islands. I’ve been here many times and never get bored of the climate – always Spring here, not much rain, and almost always sunny on the Southern part of the island. You can also find great … Continue reading
Trip to Catalunya 2014
I know it is Christmas and all so you need to excuse me for this totally non-festive post, however I feel like sharing with you some pictures from our recent trip to the Canary Islands, via Barcelona – the capital of Catalunya. This is the first part of pics from the trip, hope it will … Continue reading
Sweet Temptation: Churros from Barcelona, Spain
It is that time of the year again, right? When you can indulge without remorse – we are allowed to devour all the Christmas cookies that we can and sit back with a big mug of cinnamon hot chocolate topped with cream and chocolate sprinkles… So why not enjoy a batch of Catalonian Churros with … Continue reading
Germany Foodie Adventures
I actually feel horrible when I look at the date of the latest post that I added here on the blog – posted 2 months ago! I’m really sorry, my dear readers. Let me try to make up for it with some snapshots of our recent trip to Germany – we traveled lots and lots … Continue reading
While He Was Out 