It's called 'the land of enchantment' for a reason. At first glance, the high desert, barren landscape may seem a little dry and colorless but if you take the time to explore, you'll find that this place is anything but dull. In fact, it's a treasure trove of natural wonders that left us completely spellbound. From the most unusual and otherworldly ...
A week in Costa Rica { Part 1 }
With its amazing wildlife, pristine nature, and thrilling outdoor activities, Costa Rica captured our hearts forever. For one unforgettable week we soaked up the pura vida lifestyle of Costa Rica as best we could, and immersed ourselves in nature, like never before. Pictures, or even videos cannot come close to conveying the magic of Costa Rica. ...
Coconut creamed beet greens {toasted buckwheat & macadamia nuts}
Coconut-creamed beet greens with toasted buckwheat & macadamia nuts - creamy, nutty and mildly sweet, this dish is a clean comfort food for me. It's was rainy day, and that meant a gloomy, moody photo shoot. It didn't help that the object was completely non-photogenic. So I forgive you if you don't really want to dive in, and lick the ...
Ahi tuna poke bowl
Ahi tuna poke bowl - fresh seafood and veggies, plus a handful of rice - a bowl of deliciousness seasoned with spectacular Asian flavors, and bursting with bright colors. There are times when I have serious sushi cravings, but more often than not, there isn't a convenient or quick way for me to get to a sushi place. Also, attempting to make ...
Shrimp fried rice
Shrimp fried rice - a quick and easy, super delicious take on fried rice that may become your favorite, weeknight comfort food. Here's an easy and super delicious recipe, that you should save and keep handy when you need a quick weeknight dinner. It's simple, and loved by all, and it takes no time to put on the table. It's versatile too, as ...
Roasted lemon & Brussels sprouts salad {avocado + walnuts + egg}
Roasted lemon & Brussels sprouts salad wit avocado, toasted walnuts and jammy eggs - a fantastic salad, and a meal of itself, perfect for special occasions, and loved by all. Hello friends! Hello 2019!! I hope the New Year brings you new adventures, excitement and lots of unforgettable memories! I hope it's more peaceful, meaningful, ...
Cheese truffles
Cheese truffles - feta cheese and toasted walnuts, flavored with garlic and caraway, and rolled into delicious, festive-looking, cheesy bites, perfect to serve for the holidays. Today's post will be short and sweet, as all posts around this time of year tend to be. With so many things still left to do, I am feeling completely pressed for ...
Jamie Oliver’s eggnog
Jamie Oliver's eggnog - creamy, yet light, with a hint of warm spice, a dash of rum, and just the right amount of sweetness, this is the perfect holiday drink to sip by the fireplace. The rain comes down in a steady, soothing rhythm, the sound of crackling fire the only other noise in the house. It's one of those rare, quiet moments that I ...
Pear & sage Halloumi Saganaki
Pear & sage Halloumi saganaki - a fantastic appetizer of sage-perfumed, butter-caramelized pears, and pan-seared Halloumi cheese, served flambé-style. I have a great appetizer recipe for you today, which I'm sure you'll appreciate with the approaching holidays, especially since it's so ridiculously simple. It requires little to no ...
Mushroom pesto ravioli with sage butter sauce
Mushroom pesto ravioli with sage butter sauce - these delicate parcels, stuffed with the most delicious mushroom filling, coated in rich, velvety, sage butter sauce, showered with cheese and served with a glass of Cabernet, are truly outstanding, and deserve a spotlight on your table this fall. Dark days and cold nights call for cozy meals ...
Stuffed acorn squash with bulgur pilaf
Stuffed acorn squash with bulgur pilaf - hearty, creamy, sweet and savory - this dish tastes like fall, and it looks the part. Serve it as a festive side on Thanksgiving, or a main vegan/vegetarian meal. As October draws to a close, we are quickly approaching a pumpkin crescendo here in our house, and true to form, I've already had my belly ...
The Amazon Rainforest
Our journey through Peru culminated with a thrilling visit to the Amazon jungle, a destination we were eagerly anticipating. After a short flight from Cusco, we arrived at Puerto Maldonado, a small port town that served as the starting point of our rainforest adventure. Peru has two primary ports of entry to the Amazon jungle, with Iquitos in the ...
Pumpkin strudel
Tikvenik is a traditional Bulgarian pumpkin strudel made of sweet, juicy pumpkin, gently kissed with cinnamon, then tossed with walnuts and rolled into crispy, buttery phyllo dough parcels. Pure, simple, and utterly divine. Nothing spells out fall, quite like the sight and taste of pumpkin! And there is no busier, or more exciting time in ...
Hiking the Quarry trail to Machu Picchu
Hiking the Quarry trail to Machu Picchu - the story of our 3-day hiking adventure in the beautiful Andes, via the alternative route to Machu Picchu When it comes to visiting Machu Picchu, you really have two basic options: if you're a more adventurous traveler, you can embark on a 3-day hike along the famous Inca trail which ends at Machu ...
Stuffed eggplant
Stuffed eggplant - this luxurious dish of eggplants, onions and tomatoes, spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, and a cheesy bechamel sauce, is wonderfully rich and satisfying, and will leave you craving for more. I couldn't resist sneaking in one more summer veggie recipe before I go all out with fall flavors. It's one of those tried and true ...
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