Three years ago, I started this little blog. To be honest, I had no clue, no agenda or mission statement, all I wanted was a spot to write about the food I cooked at home, the food that I loved. You see, as a kid, I wanted to either attend culinary school or learn editorial photography but life had other plans and I ended up as a molecular biologist studying physiology and biochemistry....

When readers if you wanted a chocolate whoopie pie with salted caramel filling or Nutella frosting filling: (1) I didn’t realize that it’s national caramel day tomorrow and (2) I 100% prayed that you’d say salted caramel. And the majority voted for salted caramel, so it’s a win win in the chocolate world today. Whoopie! This is my basic chocolate whoopie pie recipe. We’ve ventured into the whoopie pie scene before—remember these red velvet whoopie pies?...

Why You’ll Love This Craveworthy Copycat Recipe Quick and Easy. Ready in just 20 minutes from start to finish. Customizable. Adjust the ingredients to suit your taste and dietary preferences. Incredibly Tasty. Juicy sausage, fluffy eggs, and melted cheese make for an irresistible combination. Perfect for Meal Prep. Make a batch ahead of time and enjoy a quick breakfast throughout the week. Dive into the ultimate homemade breakfast sandwich that’s both satisfying and straightforward to make....

These bejeweled-looking cranberry orange cookies are surprisingly simple to make. You need very basic baking ingredients, and the dough comes together in just 1 bowl. (Is that music to your ears!?) The juice and zest of a fresh orange gives these buttery shortbread-like cookies a bright and cheery flavor, complemented by the sweet-tart dried cranberries. I love this flavor combo, as evidenced by recipes like cranberry orange scones and orange cranberry bread....

I originally published this recipe in 2015 and have since added new photos and a video tutorial. This small-batch recipe yields 2 undeniably fudge-like, melted-chocolate-in-the-middle cakes. One for you and one for your sweetheart or best friend/kid/sibling/parent/any chocolate lover in your life. Or… 2 for you. 😉 You need 2 ramekins, the 6-ounce size like these, which is the size commonly used for most custards, chocolate lava cakes, chocolate soufflé, etc....

This dessert recipe is dedicated to all of you chocoholics. Pure, unadultered, inexplicable, out-of-this-world love for chocolate. I know many of you adore chocolate. My most popular cake recipe is… chocolate! My triple chocolate cake recipe is what inspired me to make these death by chocolate cupcakes. Today’s cupcakes are a different recipe than that cake, but they are just as rich, fudgy, and decadent. They are dark chocolate cupcakes with a thick dark chocolate frosting on top and sprinkled with chocolate chips....

I am not very familiar to Parsi Cuisine, but I am definitely planning to explore more vegetarian dishes in Parsi Cuisine. This delicious curry is so comforting. A Parsi friend of mine told me that this curry is enjoyed by them on every Sunday. A hearty bowl of Dhansak with caramelized brown rice and dinner rolls with side of simple salad with the family, and a good old Sunday afternoon nap....

1 Marinate chicken with the ingredients called for ‘marination’ for 10 mts. While the chicken is marinating, work on the rest of the preparation. 2 Heat oil+ghee in a vessel, add all the garam masala ingredients – bay leaves, cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, mace, star anise, marathi mogga and nutmeg. Saute for few seconds. 3 Add sliced onions and green chillis and saute for 6 mts till onions turn transparent. Add ginger garlic paste and saute further for 2-3 mts....

Elachi chai has a thick and golden brown hue with an aromatic sweet taste with no trace of bitterness. Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups water 2/3rd cup milk (you can use skimmed milk) 2-3 pods green cardamom seeds 2 tsps sugar 2 heaped tsps loose tea leaves(non-scented) Bring water to boil in a stainless steel or non-stick pot. Add cardamom and tea leaves and simmer for a minute. Add milk, sugar and boil till desired colour is obtained....

The fig tree is spectacular, it’s large rounded forked leaves with its juicy little bags of fruits. Some of you who follow me on Instagram and are following the progress of the new garden landscaping already know that I own three varieties – a Black Mission Fig, a Black Jack, and a Tiger/Panache fig tree. Fig trees are easy to propagate, you take a cutting from a branch in fall or winter when the tree goes dormant and stick it into the soil....

At the request of many readers, let me introduce you to the best coconut cake I’ve ever had. Homemade with love for coconut lovers everywhere, this cake exceeds my expectations. Complete with silky coconut cream cheese buttercream, she’s absolutely perfect and juxtaposes bold flavor with a light crumb. I endlessly tested this cake recipe. In fact, I’m pretty sure my head turned into an actual coconut during the process. Is there shredded coconut caked into the crevices of my kitchen floor and backsplash?...

Why Your Family Will Love It Low Carb. Gluten Free. High Protein. Delicious. French onion chicken is a mouthwatering twist on the classic soup, combining the rich flavors of caramelized onions, melted cheese, and tender chicken breasts. With its savory aroma and satisfying taste, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends. Ingredients You’ll Need Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Onions Butter Olive Oil Garlic Thyme Rosemary Chicken Broth Swiss Cheese Salt and Pepper...

These crispy, spicy snacks have got me hooked! They’re super tasty little morsels and they pair really well with a bit of garlic mayo or some bang bang sauce! My favourite way to serve these is as part of a barbecue with ribs, mac n cheese and chips. Beer – We use a light IPA for our batter. It gives a nice light batter with a tasty, savoury flavour. Don’t worry, you can’t taste the flavour of the beer....

It’s got fruit in it, so I’m giving it a 5 out of 10 for healthy. Sometimes I just like to serve my fruit with marshmallow fluff, mini pancakes (that’s what Lewis calls blinis) and chocolate. A cute little bite sized party food for Christmas or New Year, you can make the blinis ahead, and assemble them before serving. You can actually make the whole thing ahead of time if you like, but the chocolate will set – and I like my chocolate warm and melty!...

Why Gluten Free Is Just As Yummy As The Original Easy. Make the gluten free crust, blend the filling, cook, chill, and enjoy. Just follow a few simple steps!Delicious. Full of tasty traditional cheesecake flavors.Gluten Free. Finding premade gluten-free options can be difficult at times. Skip the struggle by making your own. Ingredients You’ll Need For The Crust Gluten-Free Graham Cracker Crumbs- These crumbs are the foundation of the crust. These crumbs give the crust its classic graham cracker flavor and texture without the use of gluten....

I wrote a little primer on how to establish your own Indian spice pantry at home, it’s simple and straightforward with all the basic information to get you started. Check it out! So to celebrate here’s a Meyer lemon cake that I’ve decided to label “golden” because not only do the eggs and lemon give it a bright yellow color but I’ve thrown in a little bit of turmeric to bump those tones up....

I did a podcast interview with the lovely Gabriel of The Dinner Special, check it out when you have a moment. He has interviewed a whole bunch of talented food bloggers and chefs and it was a fun and exciting time talking with him. I talk about food, photography and many more things that make me click! Cheers, Rosa Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment....

Why You’ll Love This Amazing Apple Treat Nutrient-Dense. Packed with fiber-rich apples and oats, this dessert is as nourishing as it is delicious. Lower in Sugar. Sweetened naturally with a touch of maple syrup or honey, keeping the sugar content in check. Simple Ingredients. Made with pantry staples, this recipe is easy to whip up with ingredients you likely already have on hand. Versatile. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack—this apple crisp fits any occasion....

If you’ve ever lived in Maryland, you’re probably pretty stoked right now! Crab pretzels are a regular where I live. You can find them on nearly every bar or pub menu. Kevin and I order them all the time and wash them down with a cold beer. They’re a Maryland classic. Comfort food at its finest. The best darn appetizer you’ll ever taste. And they’re quite overpriced. So let’s just make them at home....

Why Should I Make This Ginger Garlic Paste Recipe? Long-lasting. Commercial pastes use oil. Over time, the paste tastes a little bitter. I prefer to make mine with water.Better Tasting. Since there’s no oil to go rancid, it tastes better long-term. But even when you first make it, if you’re like me, you’re going to use good quality ginger and fresh, healthy cloves of garlic. Better ingredients = better taste.Known Ingredients....