Recipes

Crispy Lentil Bhajia: East Africa’s Most Addictive Street Snack

“If you serve these as a starter, don’t expect anyone to save room for dinner.”

Dec 14, 2025 • Mirjam Letsch

Icelandic Thunderbread: Rúgbrauð

An Icelandic rye bread born from steam, patience, and a hint of mischief.

Dec 7, 2025 • Mirjam Letsch

When Looks Deceive: The Unlikely Magic of Baingan Bharta

The Indian dish that tastes far better than it dares to appear

Nov 22, 2025 • Mirjam Letsch

How to Cook Châtaignes Like the French

A small guide to roasting and cooking châtaignes the French way — smoky, sweet, and perfect for cold days.

Nov 3, 2025 • Mirjam Letsch

The Frenchman with the Sheep’s Foot

Where mist meets autumn gold, and the forest whispers what to cook

Oct 22, 2025 • Mirjam Letsch

Pumpkin & Quince Jam with Spices — A Taste of Autumn in Burgundy

Every autumn, the small village of Saint-Prix in the heart of Bourgogne transforms into a celebration of everything pumpkin.

Oct 22, 2025 • Mirjam Letsch

Chestnut Cake & Crème de Marrons

Oct 20, 2025 • Mirjam Letsch

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