Japanese Tea Leaf Salad

Japanese Tea Leaf Salad

When I visited Myanmar I remember eating a tea leaf snack that I really enjoyed, but I’ve never made it since it seemed relatively complex. This summer I have been a minimalist cook and only attempt new recipes if they seem super simple. So this Japanese tea...
My Grandmother’s Swedish Meatballs

My Grandmother’s Swedish Meatballs

My grandmother, or Mormor as we called her, was an industrious and happy woman. She took pride in her vegetable garden, baked an amazing variety of cakes and cookies, knitted sweaters, cross-stitched, wove mats and had all kinds of crafty hobbies. When I was a child,...
Zucchini Carpaccio

Zucchini Carpaccio

This is a very short post because this summer I am barely cooking. In hot weather I crave light, fresh, cold foods. Nothing could be simpler than slicing zucchini strips and marinating them. I saw a variation of this on Skinnytaste and made my own without...
Avocado Ice Cream (Vegan!)

Avocado Ice Cream (Vegan!)

I’m not a vegan, but I am always interested in new avocado recipes! This ice cream is creamy and smooth, I wouldn’t say it tastes strongly of avocados, but it is delicious and I love the colour too! Ingredients: 2 avocados (peeled and pitted) 1 banana 1...
Poke Bowl Lunch!

Poke Bowl Lunch!

Poke bowls are my quick and favourite go-to lunch when I can find fresh tuna! Since I was born in Hawaii, this meal brings back satisfying memories from my childhood. It’s been a long time since I lived in Hawaii, but childhood flavours are indelible. Bowls have...