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QANTAS – Business Class

Going ‘down under’ means a looooong very looooong flight. Well good thing is that someone can enjoy the delicacies of an airline for a longer time. Which airline could it be when somebody goes down under? Qantas of course – the spirit of Australia. Qantas is the airline that definitely does most of the flightContinue reading “QANTAS – Business Class”

Datscha – Berlin (GERMANY)

Berlin has always kept a close relationship to the east. And the influence of Eastern Eurpoean countries is all over Berlin as well. So no wonder you can find amazing Russian cuisine in Berlin. On of the best and most know Restaurants: DATSCHA Stats Datscha – Russian Style Cuisine Gabriel-Max-Strasse 1 Berlin (GERMANY) http://www.datscha.de  Continue reading “Datscha – Berlin (GERMANY)”

Grilled Sardines

Sardines are quite a polarising topic. Either you love them or you hate them. Some love the salty sea flavour other just think that when grilling sardines they smell terribly and taste even worse. I consider myself to lucky first group that sardines quite a lot. In Spain 40-50 years ago sardines were considered fishContinue reading “Grilled Sardines”

Lemon Peach Cake

Well right now in Southern Spain it is top season for peaches and lemons. Although the climate is rather dry those two type trees grow the most delicious and juciest fruits. Right the time for some cake. What you need 1 lemon 2 peaches (if you do not have fresh ones you can also useContinue reading “Lemon Peach Cake”

Spicy Prawn Pasta

Are you also enjoying the summer time. Well, there is no better way to enjoy it than having some delicious summer dishes outside like on your terrace or balcony. And waht is better for the summer than enjoying some delicious seafood. Well here goes some nice recipe What you need (for 2 dishes) 6-8 giantContinue reading “Spicy Prawn Pasta”

Red Plum Scotch Marmelade

I always thought Scotch whisky was only for drinking and that it it not possible to go further with that. Perhaps whiskey on the rocks or a highball if you want to push it. However, a whisky tasting by the Macallan past month taught me something different. Whisky is not ‘just a drink’. There isContinue reading “Red Plum Scotch Marmelade”

Whitewine Steamed Clams

It’s clam time. Although seafood in general is enjoyed best during the cold months in summer clams are a high runner and can be served to a lot of dishes, like rice, chowders, etc….the possibilities are limitless. Our whitewine steamed clams can be enjoyed just like the recipe, but are also a great addition toContinue reading “Whitewine Steamed Clams”

Red Berry Rosemary Ice Tea

Is your thermometer also hitting also 39°C/102°F? Well then it is time to work on some strategies to cool of and stay hydrated. Do check out our latest experiment.  What you need 2l water 2 spoon red berries fruit tea 3 spoons honey 2 twigs rosemary Cucumber How you do it Boil up the waterContinue reading “Red Berry Rosemary Ice Tea”

Escalivada

One of Catalonia’s top entreés is the escalivada or in English grilled and seasoned veggies. It is quite easy to make and as it is served cold it is perfect for the summer. The grilled vegetables can be served ‘plain’ as an appetizer or are perfectly served on traditional Spanish farmer’s bread. Sandwiches will alsoContinue reading “Escalivada”