Few things say comfort quite like a well-seasoned bowl of Persian rice, and this Persian-Style Tomato Pilaf with Dill and Garlic is a vibrant and flavorful take that deserves a spot in your regular dinner rotation. Inspired by the flavors of traditional Persian cuisine, this tomato rice dish brings together juicy tomatoes, tender long-grain rice, […]
There’s something irresistible about the smoky aroma of grilled lamb wafting through the air, mingling with the scent of garlic, oregano, and lemon. This Greek-Style Lamb Souvlaki with Grilled Flatbread is one of those recipes that doesn’t just feed the stomach—it feeds the soul. Inspired by the simplicity of traditional lamb souvlaki recipes found in […]
When you talk about soul-satisfying, spice-laden meals that wake up every sense, a Jaffna-style chicken curry checks every box. This traditional Sri Lankan chicken curry isn’t just a dish—it’s an experience. Hailing from the northern region of Sri Lanka, Jaffna cuisine is bold, unapologetically spicy, and deeply aromatic, with signature ingredients like fenugreek, curry leaves, […]
Aromatic, cozy, and full of bold flavors, this Weeknight Moroccan Lamb Curry with Mint and Yogurt is the kind of dish that transforms a regular evening into a mini getaway to Marrakech. It's everything you want in a dinner—fragrant moroccan lamb spices, tender lamb that melts in your mouth, and a cool, creamy swirl of […]
There’s something magical about biting into a perfectly crisp sambousek—golden on the outside, warm and cheesy on the inside. This cheese-filled Lebanese sambousek is everything you love about Middle Eastern comfort food in a two-bite package. Whether served as part of a larger Lebanese mezze spread or packed up as the perfect picnic food, these […]
If you're like me, Thanksgiving isn’t complete without a slice of warm, slightly sweet, crumbly cornbread sitting proudly on the holiday table. But if you're vegan—or cooking for someone who is—traditional cornbread recipes with eggs and dairy might not make the cut. That’s where this one-bowl vegan Jiffy cornbread comes in. It's ridiculously easy, comes […]
There’s something utterly soul-soothing about a warm bowl of Persian rice layered with buttery caramelized onions, creamy crumbles of feta, and a scattering of fresh herbs. This Warm Persian Rice Bowl with Caramelized Onion and Feta is a celebration of texture, flavor, and simplicity—deeply comforting and packed with complexity despite its minimal ingredient list. Whether […]
When it comes to holiday drinks, few things stir up nostalgia quite like a creamy, cinnamon-kissed coquito. A beloved Puerto Rican tradition, coquito is often called the island’s answer to eggnog—but richer, thicker, and packed with coconut goodness. This Coconut Cream Vegan Coquito with Holiday Spices is a plant-based spin on the traditional coquito recipe, […]
When you're craving bold flavors, nourishing ingredients, and a satisfying, plant-powered meal, this smoky vegan Mexican bowl with corn salsa and vegan sour cream delivers in every way. This is not your average salad-in-a-bowl—it’s a colorful, spicy, and smoky explosion of Mexican-inspired goodness, layered with grilled veggies, seasoned beans, corn salsa, creamy avocado, and topped […]
Baklava is one of those desserts that speaks directly to the soul—crisp, syrup-soaked layers of pastry dough, chopped nuts, and delicate spices. But today, we’re turning it up a notch with a fragrant Lebanese twist: orange-scented Lebanese baklava with pistachios. This isn’t your everyday honey baklava or store-bought chocolate baklava. This homemade baklava recipe is […]
