Europe & Mediterranean Archive

• 0March 10, 2010

  Tomato, Basil & Mozzarella Salad

  It doesn’t come more Italian than this. It’s the simplest salad to make, yet it is one of the most...
• 0March 6, 2010

  Saltimbocca

  Whoever invented saltimbocca should give themselves a firm pat on the back. These Italian treats are effortless little steaks just...
• 0March 4, 2010

  Italian Breakfast Marble Cake

  I love a marble cake. It reminds me of my childhood. Nothing is better than a slab of this cake...
• 0March 2, 2010

  Pork with Brandy & Garlic Sauce

  This is a simple Spanish pork dish which has a delicious sauce. Pork chops cooked right should be juicy and...
• 2February 26, 2010

  Patatas Bravas

  I thought this recipe had already been added to this blog about 3 years ago! It’s one of my favourite...
• 0February 16, 2010

  Mushroom & Red Capsicum Pilaff

  I made this dish to accompany some really delicious lamb cutlets. Little did I know that the pilaff would actually...
• 0February 14, 2010

  Beetroot, Radish & Red Onion Salad with Beetroot Dressing

  This is quite the delicious side dish. I made it to accompany a stuffed chicken. I wanted something that fit...
• 0February 12, 2010

  Tomato Salad

  Here’s a simple tomato dish I serve all the time as a side dish to the main event. It’s really...
• 0February 10, 2010

  Pot Roast Pork with Sherry & Tarragon

  I’m big into seasonal cooking. However, even after 6 years in Australia I can’t seem to get my head around...
• 0January 29, 2010

  Fennel Soup

  Fennel is one of my favourite vegetables – I love its aniseed taste. It’s a perfect main flavour for soup....
• 0January 25, 2010

  Osso Bucco Ravioli

  If like me you like a dish you can lose yourself in preparing then you’ll love this ravioli. It does...
• 1January 7, 2010

  Beef Stewed in Pinot Noir & Thyme

  Here’s a delicious and simple Italian stew that took me utterly by surprise. The beef is cooked low and slow...