Coconut has such a distinct flavor. It certainly is assertive enough to be make it's appearance known, but is

Editing this recipe is a  surreal moment for me since it's the first time I'm doing such a familiar task with

My family is very close and we love sharing everything with each other. It's not unusual to discover my phone

It's common knowledge that seafood is the most impressive thing you could cook, right :)?I read somewhere that

Mushrooms are an epic ingredient of autumn. Slavic people are avid mushroom foragers. In Russia, Belarus, Ukra

Every bite of this cake is like a mouthful of summer. It is so light, tender and fluffy and the strawberry fla

Individual portions of salmon are roasted in the oven and then served with a buttery and refreshing white wine

My fellow night shifters, this post is for you! I've worked night shifts since I was 19 years old, and I can t

My taste buds are loyal to my Slavic roots and this "cake" is a great example of it. We call it a "zapekanka"

Fast paced lifestyles are sometimes an excuse for poor eating choices. That does not have to happen to you, th

These beautiful treats remind me of dressed up little ladies, all ready for a party. The only difference is th

Ukha has been part of the Russian cuisine for hundreds of years. It's a simple, rustic soup that is delightful

If you follow me on Instagram, you know that we recently went on a spontaneous weekend trip to Miami. We're ju

A perfect roast chicken dinner with potatoes - this one is made by roasting the chicken - crisp and golden on

Chocolate salami is a no-bake dessert, a combination of cookies and chocolate. It looks like salami, but is ac

Grilled Potato Wedges are comforting and hearty but at the same time pretty good for you, since you're not fry

I associate grilling with simplicity and relaxation. Most likely because my husband is the one who actually do

The epitome of Italian desserts is Tiramisu, hands down. It has such a great combination of flavors - coffee,

Creamy, rich lasagna is such a comforting family meal. The layers of noodles, hearty tomato meat sauce and lus

Making pasta from scratch has always seemed like such a grandiose accomplishment to me. In my opinion, if you'

Last week at the farmer's market, I noticed some gorgeous baskets of peaches that I just couldn't pass by. I k

Zeppole are tiny Italian doughnuts - crisp, light and incredibly fluffy. This version is made using a pate cho

Food is magical. One mouthful can transport us back in our memories to a particular event; an aroma can carry

Croque Monsieur is a French sandwich that is basically a grilled ham and cheese sandwich. Many times, it is to

Southerners have a deep respect for iced tea, or "sweet tea" as it's called here. Just the thought of iced tea

A perfectly cooked steak is something to be appreciated. Charred and crisp on the outside, juicy on the inside

If you're craving dessert or ice cream, smoothies are the way to go. Healthy, creamy, delicious, cold and abso

I've been slowly trying out different recipes from the cookbook that I bought about half a year ago, Slow Cook

Who doesn't like cheesecake? Whoever it is, I wouldn't be too keen on their opinions about food:), because che

Summer meals should taste vibrant and fresh. This super easy recipe that I am sharing with you today, Sauteed

This is my Mama's recipe. I always think of her when I have these. They are SO good. Light and fluffy. They ar

Salmon Melts are a great appetizer or lunch. In most cases, I only make Salmon Melts when I have leftover salm

Ok. So here's a confession. A while ago I posted a picture on one of my blog posts of Salmon Melts, and I got

In the garden, herbs are some of the first to poke through the warm soil and cheer us with the anticipation of

A good coleslaw seems like such a basic, simple recipe. And it is. It's  a great salad to serve with just abo

A whole salmon fillet baked in the oven under a melted and golden cheese crust, with a layer of ultra thin sli