Gambas al what??? Traditional garlic shrimps are usually made with white wine. Here we added a little twist by using another traditional Spanish beverage coming from the southern Spanish region of Jerez in Cadiz. What you need (serves 2) 300g shrimps 2 dents garlic 30 ml Xerez 4 spoon olive oil salt 1/2 teaspoon chiliContinue reading “Gambas al Xerez”
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Aperol Spritz
Is there anything more beautiful in summer than watching a fantastic sunset? And what is a perfect match? YES! An Aperol Spritz What you need 60ml white wine 40ml Aperol 20ml sparkling water Slice watermelon or orange 1 olive How you do it Chill the glass with at least 4 cubes of ice. Add oliveContinue reading “Aperol Spritz”
Basil Lime Lemonade
Continuous temperatures over 35° C? Non-stop heat and sun? Well nothing better than some refreshing lemonade to cool and off and replenish liquids and vitamins. What you need 1 cup basil leaves 4 limes 1l water 3 spoons sugar How you do it Spueeze out the lime juice. Whisk in the basil leaves to theContinue reading “Basil Lime Lemonade”
‘Marinated’ Tofu & Veggies
Happy Pride! What a better way to celebrate pride with this colourful vegan dish. And it is als another quick way to get your last-minute proteins up. What you need (Serves 2) Tofu Marinade 400g firm tofu (remember it is for the pan) 1 lime 3 spoons sriracha sauce 6 spoons soy sauce 1 spoonContinue reading “‘Marinated’ Tofu & Veggies”
Green Veggies with Soy Sauce
Wanna push up your proteins? Well the summer is here and it is all about body body body. So, why not go for some super protein dishes? This greens will defenitely do this. What you need 100g serrano ham 1 cup fresh peas 1 Zucchini 1/2 red onion 2 spoons olive oil 5 spoon soyContinue reading “Green Veggies with Soy Sauce”
Sablée Breton
Perhaps the most versatile French cookie dough ever. Starting from simple cookies or small cakes and ending up with large and fancy tarts. The Sablée Breton can be used to make almost everything when it comes to desserts ands sweet treats. What you need 90g soft butter 65g icing sugar 1 egg (small size) 20gContinue reading “Sablée Breton”
Iced Peppermint Chai
Spicy fresh injection for the hot days? Try some iced Peppermint Chai What you need (for 1 bottle -1l) 1 l water 2 spoons chai tea (black works best) 2 sprigs peppermint 3 spoons honey How you do it Heat up the water until it boils. Remove from the heat. add the chai tea andContinue reading “Iced Peppermint Chai”
Pistacchio-Dates Rice
Looking for a wary to pep-up your typical white rice but still keeping it a health source for essential nutrients, such a proteins and essential minerals? Well try this Arabian themed rice. Super tasty and super helathy giving you more power for exercising. And it is all vegan. What you need (for aprox 4 servings)Continue reading “Pistacchio-Dates Rice”
Chicken Lemon Tajine
Summer is almost here. So it’s time for so fresh recipes which fit the warm season. Usually you would think of a recipe which does not involve a lot of spices. But is it possible to combine both? Spicy yet fresh? Well Arab styled cuisine can. Check this out. What you need (for aprox 4Continue reading “Chicken Lemon Tajine”
Tuna Olive Empanadas
A traditional Spanish dish for easter or ar an all-year dish from Argentina. You can choose either right. This dish was inspired by a close friend from Argentina, who shared his culture with me all along. Thanks Ariel! What you need (for 4 empanadas) 4 small sized empanada doughs (make them yourself or buy itContinue reading “Tuna Olive Empanadas”
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