Yesterday, I made a pecan pie. It had been ages since I last baked one, and I had almost forgotten how comforting it is. Pecan pie is a classic American dessert, originally from the southern United States. It’s made with a buttery crust and a …
I go to the market almost every day, and I never bring a shopping list. I decide on my menu depending on the fruits and vegetables that catch my eye. This time, I chose to buy some pears to make the famous Bourdaloue tart. It …
When I have leftovers in the kitchen, I always feel there’s a way to turn them into new little dishes, sometimes even tastier than the first ones. I had some cod and diced potatoes left from a salad, so I decided to make cod croquettes …
A Vatrushka for our afternoon tea at home. Vatrushka is a little Eastern European pastry, very common in Russia and Ukraine. It’s made with a soft, slightly sweet dough brioche, shaped into a round bun with a dip in the middle. That dip is filled with a …
Yesterday, I made a Brioche Pudding for the family, a baked dessert made from leftover brioche (or bread) soaked in a mixture of milk, eggs, and sugar. The Brioche absorbs the custard, and once baked, it becomes soft inside with a golden top. Brioche gives …
Early this morning, I was filled with excitement as I decided to create Bradjs, exquisite diamond-shaped semolina galettes that are a true masterpiece of Algerian cuisine! Originating from the picturesque Constantine region (Kasentina) in Algeria, these stuffed galettes are traditionally crafted to herald the joyous …
A few days ago, I made some Sablés Nantais. They are small, round, and crumbly biscuits from Nantes, France. They are made with simple ingredients: salted butter, sugar, flour, and sometimes a bit of milk or egg. Their texture is melt-in-the-mouth thanks to the salted …
Churros are such a tasty treat, a fun mix of fried dough that’s crispy on the outside and super soft on the inside. They’re usually long and skinny—sometimes twisted into a fun loop—and totally irresistible! Rolled in sugar, they’re perfect for dipping in ooey-gooey chocolate …
A delicious dessert for today full of aroma refers to a dessert where pears are gently simmered in a saffron-infused syrup, often sweetened with sugar or honey, and garnished with chopped pistachios. The saffron adds a rich, golden and a subtle, floral aroma, while the …
Autumn has settled in almost everywhere except in my region, where the sun persists year-round. Autumn in Dubai is the time to enjoy gardens, the beach, picnics, and the outdoors. Still, I decided to make an Algerian lentil soup, full of oriental flavors and spices, …