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Category Archive: Food
This succulent “Mango Coconut Cake” cake takes you onto a sweet Caribbean escape! Savour the summer days with […]
I would go so far as to say you haven’t had a real barbecue until you enjoyed some crisply […]
This summer drink is inspired by the ardent sunsets of Brooklyn. One of the travel memories I have […]
This year, Cinco de Mayo is falling on a Taco Tuesday, which can not even be ruined by […]
For generations in our family, the kitchen has always been a pivot of social life, gatherings and love. […]
I am wishing all of you “Happy Easter Holidays”, even though the celebrations might look a bit different […]
Quarantine life has given us all plenty of time to spend at home. If you haven’t been a regular […]
Halloween might be over, but this is no reason to stop celebrating the season of “pumpkin spice” with […]
Working as a barista, I have witnessed first hand the universal language of coffee, celebrated by coffee lovers […]
Sweet summer days are luring to indulge in fruity desserts. It is the season of ripe apricots, peaches […]
The summer heat is real! As we approach another week of 90 degree days and Southern temperatures, I […]
Summer is around the corner, the best time to nourish our body with healthy super foods! This BEET HUMMUS […]
E aster is coming up with joyful egg hunts & family gatherings on warm spring days. In Germany […]
A healthy breakfast is an essential ingredient for a good day. We all know it, but in the […]
One essence of a breakfast like “god in France” is a freshly baked, warm Brioche. But even if […]
We all know the joyful anticipation of spring. After a long winter, the bloom of spring colours, longer […]
One of the reasons I started writing this blog years ago, was when I realized how much food […]
Christmas and New year coming up, which means there are many holidays and reasons to celebrate with family […]
In the wine region, where I grew up (see last post), no celebration takes place without “Flammkuchen” (tarte […]
There are some home cure recipes, like grandmother`s hot lemon water, where a few simple & natural ingredients […]
No season is a colorful blaze like autumn. When the smell of nuts & apples lies in the […]
I am currently spending some days in New York City and I`m FLASHED by the energy of this […]
Turn on Beyoncés Lemonade album and start making your own! Nothing really beats a homemade lemonade! The good […]
The Middle Eastern egg dish “Shakshuka” is a popular breakfast with the perfect ingredients for a bright start […]
This weekend our annual summer family reunion took place. It is my grandmothers birthday that has become a […]
Wow, this summer has been hot! These sunny days are just too prefect for some flavourful ICE CREAM! […]
In the summertime, it is sometimes hard to come up with dishes that are not too heavy, but […]
The taste of ripe peaches brings the ultimate feeling of summer! Whip a sweet summer wonder with this […]
A visit to the local farmer`s market is always a feast for the senses! I love to soak […]
Summer is here – and we all know how important it is to stay hydrated on hot days! […]
The picturesque Amalfi Coast of Italy is known for it`s steep coastline, romantic trails and rich Mediterranean vegetation – […]
If you want to switch up your breakfast routine, try this Mexican-style breakfast bowl. For a couple of days, a healthy […]
This raspberry chocolate tarte is the perfect sweet treat for Mother`s Day. The dark chocolate crust is filled […]
I LOVE Mexican food! It doesn’t matter if I am in Southern California (with countless Taco shops, one […]
Summer and open-air festivities are just around the corner! A must for any good party are good drinks […]
Who does not dream of an endless beach vacation? This exotic papaya soup with lime, chili & coconut brings […]
In the past days, spring has shown up in full bloom. I love to enjoy lighter, nourishing meals […]
The first warm days have arrived, and it feels amazing! This chocolate layer cake is a wonderful summer dessert […]
Inspired by my recent travels to Liguria, I made this Mediterranean Veggie Pizza! Black olives, figs and oregano […]
Every summer, my grandmother used to bake the most delicicious strawberry cake that everyone loved! The dough was […]
Easter is around the corner! Prep your Easter brunch with this succulent carrot cake. Nourishing walnuts, carrots & a […]
TUSCAN COUNTRY CUISINE Tuscany is known for it`s great olive oil, fine wines & splendid food culture. The […]
Turning an Italian classic dessert into a fruity & exotic new version? Why Not! This Strawberry-Coconut Tiramisu with fresh […]
Boost your energy levels with this fruity “Triple-Berry Smoothie”. In addition to their wonderful sweetness, berries are among […]
Tired of your eggs sunny side up? Start your day with this quickly-made Mexican-style breakfast taco! A colourful […]
The Italian cuisine serves some of the most precious culinary delights, one of them is “Saltimbocca Alla Romana” […]
What makes you feel more “Français” than a homemade “tarte”. There are many variations of this French classic, today I […]
How do you tackle a Monday? With a good workout and nourishing chia pudding! Loaded with plenty of fruits […]
Mango and spice just go together so nice! I have discovered this chilli spice called “Piment d`Espelette”, which […]
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