Tag: Food

Riz au Lait, Rice Pudding

Riz au Lait, Rice Pudding

Here’s to a 2025 filled with little gourmet joys, shared recipes. Thank you for always being here, loyal to every post and every recipe. Together, let’s keep blending memories, flavors, and laughter. Time to get cooking 😉 My first recipe of the year is a 

Marinated Feta Cheese

Marinated Feta Cheese

Yesterday, I made a delicious marinade with some authentic Greek AOP feta, black Belem pepper, bird’s eye chilies, green olives, and a few sprigs of rosemary. I placed everything in a jar and poured in some quality extra virgin olive oil. I love adding a 

Algerian Hlawat Tabâa

Algerian Hlawat Tabâa

Hlawat Tabâa is a traditional Algerian biscuit, typically enjoyed during, tea or coffee time, as well as on festive occasions like Eid or weddings. The name “Hlawat Tabâa” roughly translates to “cookie cutter cookies” in reference to the decorative shape (round, square or half-moon). These 

Algerian Square Pizza

Algerian Square Pizza

The Algerian square pizza is a popular street food in the streets of Algiers. As its name suggests, it’s always square-shaped, baked in rectangular trays, and sold in square pieces. It’s different from Italian pizza. The dough is similar to bread dough, making it soft 

Batata Terfess wa Fliou, Sunchokes with Pennyroyal Mint

Batata Terfess wa Fliou, Sunchokes with Pennyroyal Mint

I come back today with a delicious Algerian dish called ‘batata terfess wa fliou.’ This dish is enjoyed during winter when the days shorten, and the weather is cold.” Batata Terfess is called Sunchoke in English. It’s a mix of rutabaga and potato taste with 

Algerian Style Stuffed Zucchini (Dolma Qaraa)

Algerian Style Stuffed Zucchini (Dolma Qaraa)

The Holy Month of Ramadan has begun, prompting a time of fasting, worship, and unity among Muslims globally. The post author reveals their Algerian traditional dish, Dolma Qaraa, celebrating both Algerian and Turkish culinary influences inherited from the Ottoman era. The recipe forms a key focus; comprising zucchini (courgettes), lamb, spices, and more, it showcases the versatility of Algerian cuisine. This well-loved dish encourages food lovers everywhere to explore the rich diversity of Algerian gastronomy.

Algerian White Bean Stew (Loubia B’lham)

Algerian White Bean Stew (Loubia B’lham)

Indulge in Loubia, a flavorful winter delight, made versatile with spice, cream, and meat. This global comfort food, passed down through families, awaits your culinary discovery. Enjoy this bean dish’s irresistible allure alongside homemade bread, as they together warm up your chilly days.

Khobz El Koucha, Khobz Eddar

Khobz El Koucha, Khobz Eddar

Khobz El Koucha or Khobz Eddar are an Algerian homemade bread baked in the oven and made with only a few ingredients. In addition to fresh yeast and milk (or water), it can be made with just flour (like today), or a mix of flour and 

Raspberry Tart, Tarte aux Framboises

Raspberry Tart, Tarte aux Framboises

  Raspberry Tart made with a fragrant crème patissière, a pâte sablée for the crust and raspberries for a seasonal finish! A sweet and delicious tart. Serves 8/10 Ingredients: (for the crust/pâte sablée) 300g of all purpose flour/plain flour 125g of soft butter 100g of icing 

Algerian Tchakchouka

Algerian Tchakchouka

Tchakchouka is a very tasty Algerian dish but also popular across North Africa in general. It is easy to prepare, especially with the abundance in tomatoes and peppers during summertime. It’s appetizing and colorful and much better when cooked with a good extra virgin oil.