Good food feeds the soul
‘Oh, that’s good.’ Lovely words to hear from my friend who tried my latest recipe, a beautiful Roasted Winter Squash Soup with Coconut Milk and Asian Flavors. The cooler weather is here in Portugal and my mind has switched to soup mode. So, much so, …
Gnocchi alla Sorrentina is one of my absolute FAVORITE Italian pasta dishes. And it’s vegetarian! The ooey, gooey cheese with red sauce gets a ‘YES, please from,’ me. Pair with a side salad, some crusty bread, and a nice glass of red wine and you …
Originally published August 2021, updated April 2026. I’ll be completely honest… I didn’t think this recipe was going to work. The inspiration came from a food photo I stumbled across on Foodgawker years ago. It mentioned Swiss cheese in a zucchini quesadilla and my immediate …
It’s mid-summer, which means eggplant, zucchini, and tomatoes are pouring out of the garden. And I can’t think of a better dish to highlight all those wonderful veggies than ratatouille. The only thing better is my recipe for Tian with an Italian Twist. Of course, …
Rice! I’m gonna be totally honest with you guys. I don’t share a lot of rice dishes because I don’t eat a lot of rice dishes. Although that is changing. Today, I’m sharing my Cilantro Lime Rice with Black Beans recipe which I learned to …
Grilled Pepper and Tomato Salad with Fresh Basil has become one of my absolute FAVORITES since moving to Portugal. It feels like you’re eating summer in every bite. Don’t forget to pair it with a nice crusty bread to soak up all the delicious juices. …
I’m a very seasonal eater when it comes to fruits and veggies from growing up on a produce farm. Which is why I’ve always eaten pears and turnips in the fall to late winter. BUT spring turnips are freaking amazing! Crispy, crunchy, and SWEET – …
Have a loaf of dried-out crusty bread lying around your kitchen? Don’t toss it. Instead, chop it up into chunks and toss it into the oven to make croutons for salads or dishes like my Pane Cotto with Swiss Chard. It’s healthy, quick, and easy …
Having tried several falafel recipes at home in the past, I was a little hesitant to try again. My first few attempts hadn’t gone so well. But the hubby and I hadn’t been able to get by our favorite falafel restaurant because of lockdown. SO, …
Veggie Enchiladas! YUM! Enchiladas are one of my favorite meals! And one that I haven’t made in quite a while. But just the other day, I was scrolling through Foodgawker, admiring all the pretty dishes. The Bojon Gourmet’s scrumptious looking Kale and Cauliflower Enchiladas with …