Italian Gourmet Traveller, living in Dubai.
To make a tasty vegetarian burger don’t underestimate the sauce. These Gourmet Kale Burgers have a surprising taste thanks to the delicious cheese sauce I added on top. Ingredients 200g Kale 150g Grated Parmesan 50g Grated Pecorino 100g Bread 1 Egg Garlic Breadcrumbs Milk EVO Oil & Salt Method Kale Burgers Wash and cut the Kale; peel the…
My interest in food has always been a constant in my life. For my bachelor’s thesis (entitled “The Memory of Taste”) I had the privilege to study the Slow Food movement directly at the HQ in Bra (Cuneo, Italy). Having the chance to meet everyone involved in this important project and, thanks to them, to submit a…
I finally tried pasta made from chickpeas, this one specifically had also turmeric in it, and I can say it is actually good. Of course, its flavor is different from white-flour pasta, it tastes like chickpeas; but if you can trim carbohydrates and still feel satisfied why not? Give it a try! The best sauce for this…
I was looking for a delicious and super healthy dessert, and I found it! This gluten and dairy-free Fudgy Chocolate Cake is not only irresistible, but it is also super easy to make as it requires just 4 ingredients. I decided to replace brown sugar with erythritol* for the first time as an experiment, and it perfectly worked.…
These Potato Croquettes have a soft heart and a crispy crust and are also good cold! My mother often prepare these fritters during the summer, before going to the beach. They are the perfect accompaniment for aperitif or side dish to a larger meal. Ingredients for 2 people – 5 medium potatoes – 1 egg – 50g fresh cheese…
These Crispy Ricotta and Kale Balls are the perfect dish to kick off a rustic meal, a picnic or an aperitif. Everyone will love them! Ingredients for 18 small balls – 250g Fresh Ricotta Cheese – 100g Parmigiano Cheese Grated – 2 Eggs – 50g Sliced Bread – Milk – A bunch of fresh parsley – 1…
The İrmik Helvası is a traditional Turkish recipe made from semolina flour. It’s a delicious dessert which doesn’t require an oven. Ingredients – 2 Full tablespoons of butter – 2 Cups of semolina – 1.5 Cups of sugar – 2 Cups of milk – Cinnamon powder – Pine nuts Method Melt the butter in a pan.…
This Borlotti Bean Soup with Calamari has a surprising taste, and it’s also really easy to prepare. In my recipe I used dried beans, which require a lot longer cooking time (around 40 minutes) on top of the hours they need to soak in water. If you don’t have time, it is possible to use canned beans instead.…
Kale Pesto is a nice alternative to basil. Kale has its own strong taste, so to balance it I put roasted cherry tomatoes and mozzarella foam on top of pasta. Ingredients – 300g Kale – 15g Peeled Almonds – 80g Grated Parmesan cheese – 1 Garlic – 150g Buffalo Mozzarella – Cherry Tomatoes – Black Pepper –…
This is an easy vegetarian recipe that even meat-lovers will go crazy for! Ingredients for 2 people For the balls (10 ricotta balls) – 250g Fresh Ricotta Cheese – 80g Parmigiano Cheese Grated – 1 Egg – 50g Sliced Bread – Milk – A bunch of fresh parsley – 1 small cup of breadcrumbs –…
It takes just a few minutes to prepare these super soft Banana Muffins without butter and oil. Ingredients 2 Eggs 125 White yoghurt 80g Brown sugar 180g 00 flour 2 Ripe bananas 1 Sachet of baking powder 100ml Milk 30gr Dark Chocolate Cinnamon Butter and flour to grease the muffin tin Method Preheat the oven…
Here is a different way to make fresh salmon. It is a super easy and delicious recipe. Ingredients 400g Fresh Salmon 100g Sliced Bread 70g Butter Milk Breadcrumbs Black Pepper Salt Parsley For topping: Plain greek yoghurt, lemon juice, olive oil, fresh ginger. Brioche buns and salad. Method Soak bread (without crust) in milk until soft Remove the…
This is a very easy and yummy recipe. Ingredients for 4 people 1 Cauliflower 5 red onions (medium size) Breadcrumb Balsamic Vinegar of Modena IGP Extra Virgin Olive Oil Salt Method 1) Boil the cauliflowers in salted water 2) Cut the onions into thin slices and brown them in a pan with a drizzle of…
Before every trip, I love to create my own custom map so I can keep track of must-see places and restaurants I want to try. I find it very useful, especially as I can see which restaurants are close to the city landmarks I’ll visit. You will agree with me, this is a vital information when it’s…
Whatever you are planning from an aperitif to a pic-nic, here is a perfect quick and easy recipe from Turkey called Mücver! These Zucchini Savory Muffins with Mint and Yoghurt can also be served as a warm appetizer. Your guests will love them :) Ingredients for 4 people 1kg grated zucchini 4 eggs 1/3 cup…