Europe & Mediterranean Archive

  • Tomato, Basil & Mozzarella Salad

    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...
  • Saltimbocca

    Saltimbocca

    Whoever invented saltimbocca should give themselves a firm pat on the back. These Italian treats are effortless little steaks just...
  • Italian Breakfast Marble Cake

    Italian Breakfast Marble Cake

    I love a marble cake. It reminds me of my childhood. Nothing is better than a slab of this cake...
  • Pork with Brandy & Garlic Sauce

    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...
  • Patatas Bravas

    Patatas Bravas

    I thought this recipe had already been added to this blog about 3 years ago! It’s one of my favourite...
  • Mushroom & Red Capsicum Pilaff

    Mushroom & Red Capsicum Pilaff

    I made this dish to accompany some really delicious lamb cutlets. Little did I know that the pilaff would actually...
  • Beetroot, Radish & Red Onion Salad with Beetroot Dressing

    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...
  • Tomato Salad

    Tomato Salad

    Here’s a simple tomato dish I serve all the time as a side dish to the main event. It’s really...
  • Pot Roast Pork with Sherry & Tarragon

    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...
  • Fennel Soup

    Fennel Soup

    Fennel is one of my favourite vegetables – I love its aniseed taste. It’s a perfect main flavour for soup....
  • Osso Bucco Ravioli

    Osso Bucco Ravioli

    If like me you like a dish you can lose yourself in preparing then you’ll love this ravioli. It does...
  • Beef Stewed in Pinot Noir & Thyme

    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...