Category: Recipes

My “Super Vegan” Green Smoothie

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As you may notice, since the school year started up, I haven’t been making too many things for the blog. I finally feel like I’ve gotten the hang of online class schedules and studying, so be on the lookout for more posts!

Anyways, I’ve decided to reboot my culinary creations with this delicious smoothie. After all, what’s more refreshing and resetting than a glass of nutrients? I’ve been drinking this smoothie every day for breakfast over the past two weeks. That’s how much I love it.

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Around the World: Polish Cuisine

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Amidst coronavirus, I’m sticking to what I – and a lot of other people – love most: cooking and baking.  One challenge I’ve presented to myself is to make a dish (or dishes) of international cuisines every week, learn some words from the language, and e-visit some of the country’s landmarks.  Some of these dishes will be more complex than others, based on what ingredients I have available in the house. 

Halo! This week, I was flipping through an old cookbook and came across the recipe for rugelach. That’s when I decided off to Poland I would go!

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Around the World: German Cuisine

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Amidst coronavirus, I’m sticking to what I – and a lot of other people – love most: cooking and baking.  One challenge I’ve presented to myself is to make a dish (or dishes) of international cuisines every week, learn some words from the language, and e-visit some of the country’s landmarks.  Some of these dishes will be more complex than others, based on what ingredients I have available in the house. 


Guten tag! This week, I’m off to Germany for some delicious baked goods. Worauf wartest du? (What are you waiting for?)

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Around the World: Swedish cuisine

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Amidst coronavirus, I’m sticking to what I – and a lot of other people – love most: cooking and baking.  One challenge I’ve presented to myself is to make a dish (or dishes) of international cuisines every week, learn some words from the language, and e-visit some of the country’s landmarks.  Some of these dishes will be more complex than others, based on what ingredients I have available in the house.

Greetings from Sweden!

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Around the World: Peruvian Cuisine

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Amidst coronavirus, I’m sticking to what I – and a lot of other people – love most: cooking and baking.  One challenge I’ve presented to myself is to make a dish (or dishes) of international cuisines every week, learn some words from the language, and e-visit some of the country’s landmarks.  Some of these dishes will be more complex than others, based on what ingredients I have available in the house.

A hotel on a family trip always had an internationally-themed dinner every day. One of my favorites was Peruvian night, when I discovered one of the most delicious and light fish dishes: ceviche. Read more to find out how to make your own vegan version!

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Around the World: Iranian cuisine

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Amidst coronavirus, I’m sticking to what I – and a lot of other people – love most: cooking and baking.  One challenge I’ve presented to myself is to make a dish (or dishes) of international cuisines every week, learn some words from the language, and e-visit some of the country’s landmarks.  Some of these dishes will be more complex than others, based on what ingredients I have available in the house. 

Salam! (Hello!) This week’s culinary endeavor: Iranian cuisine.

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Around the World: Vietnamese Cuisine

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Amidst coronavirus, I’m sticking to what I – and a lot of other people – love most: cooking and baking.  One challenge I’ve presented to myself is to make a dish (or dishes) of international cuisines every week, learn some words from the language, and e-visit some of the country’s landmarks.  Some of these dishes will be more complex than others, based on what ingredients I have available in the house. 

This week, I’m off to Vietnam to learn more about it’s cuisine, language, and landmarks. Đi nào! (Let’s go!)

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Around the World: American cuisine

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Amidst coronavirus, I’m sticking to what I – and a lot of other people – love most: cooking and baking.  One challenge I’ve presented to myself is to make a dish (or dishes) of international cuisines every week, learn some words from the language, and e-visit some of the country’s landmarks.  Some of these dishes will be more complex than others, based on what ingredients I have available in the house.

You’re probably thinking: I thought this was supposed to be about international cuisines. And yes, it is, but with July 4th on the horizon, why not learn more about American cuisine? Particularly for our non-American friends. Besides, the more you know.

Let’s go!

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Around the World: British cuisine

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Amidst coronavirus, I’m sticking to what I – and a lot of other people – love most: cooking and baking.  One challenge I’ve presented to myself is to make a dish (or dishes) of international cuisines every week, learn some words from the language, and e-visit some of the country’s landmarks.  Some of these dishes will be more complex than others, based on what ingredients I have available in the house.

A WWII poster I saw at the Churchill War Rooms museum in London.

About a year ago, I went to London for the first time and completely fell in love with the city. Now, it’s time to re-visit the country. I’m chuffed to bits – let’s go!

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Around the World: Chinese cuisine

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Amidst coronavirus, I’m sticking to what I – and a lot of other people – love most: cooking and baking.  One challenge I’ve presented to myself is to make a dish (or dishes) of international cuisines every week, learn some words from the language, and e-visit some of the country’s landmarks.  Some of these dishes will be more complex than others, based on what ingredients I have available in the house. 

My family rarely does takeout, but recently, we tried out an old-favorite Chinese restaurant and were underwhelmed. We had completely forgotten how much oil was in the dishes. With that in mind, I realized that I should take on Chinese cuisine and make dishes, as always, from scratch.

As a side note, this was my brother’s favorite country so far!

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