When I first moved to the United States, one of the biggest surprises for me was the food. Many everyday staples tasted very different from what I grew up with. The bread was soft and sweet instead of crusty and flavorful. Salad dressings tasted artificial. …
Bulgarian Stuffed Peppers are a traditional comfort dish with many regional variations across Bulgaria. Some people boil them, others roast them. Some cook the meat and rice mixture in advance, while others stuff the peppers with raw meat and rice and let everything cook together. …
There is nothing like warm, flaky croissants fresh from the oven. The buttery layers, the crisp golden top, and that incredible bakery smell fill the whole kitchen. My husband requested homemade croissants for Valentine’s Day, and that is exactly how this recipe was born. I …
Blended overnight oats are the best way to break the fast when you need a nourishing meal that tastes like dessert. This recipe is smooth, creamy, and layered with chocolate and strawberry flavor. It looks indulgent. It tastes rich. Yet it starts your day with …
Valentine’s Day Brunch Board is a beautiful way to slow down and celebrate love around the table. This sweet and savory brunch board combines pink waffles, strawberry chocolates, heart-shaped bagels, and creamy pink hummus in one beautiful spread. The beautiful colors and fresh flavors set …
This easy grape pudding is a simple Balkan dessert that I grew up eating. Freshly squeezed grape juice is the main ingredient. I don’t add any refined sugar to sweeten it, but if the grapes are not too sweet I add a splash of maple …
This oven-baked Asian salmon is a very popular dish in my home. I make it at least twice a month. The recipe is easy, flavorful, and something I crave all the time. To prepare it, I stir a simple Asian sauce made with pantry ingredients …
These easy cheesecake cups with Baileys and chocolate look fancy but are surprisingly simple to make. Even if you don’t have much experience in the kitchen, this is a dessert you can confidently prepare and serve with pride. Best of all you don’t have to …
Bulgarian walnut cookies are one of the most traditional desserts in Bulgarian homes. I grew up eating these cookies, and every Bulgarian knows them as orehovki. They are made with just a handful of simple ingredients. They don’t contain any dairy, flour or other grains. …
Bulgarian banitsa is more than a cheese pie. It is a dish that I love with all my heart. I often joke that if I had to choose a last meal, it would be banitsa served with yogurt and honey. I adore the mix of …
These roasted baby carrots make the perfect appetizer when you want something easy but impressive. To prepare them, I season the carrots with olive oil and spices. Then roast them until they turn tender and caramelized. While the carrots cook, I blend feta, yogurt, lemon, …
My dad loved to bake, and this Bulgarian pitka bread was one of his specialties. He made it for family gatherings, holidays, and whenever friends came over. I was always right beside him in the kitchen—asking questions, watching his hands fold and roll the dough. …