This classic party snack might be retro, but it is by no means out of date (right?!). A basic cheese ball is a delicious addition to any party and it…
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Mushroom Pâté (Vegetarian Mushroom Spread)
While some people might be of the opinion that a real pâté can only be prepared by using minced meat, offal, or fish, the word pâté does simply mean 'paste'…
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Blueberry Crumble Slices
While I truly love berries of all kinds, there are only so many you can consume per day before you start finding odd-tasting, soggy and fuzzy ones halfway through the…
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Raw Oysters on the Half-Shell with Kumquat Mignonette and Garden Cress
Not sure if this really counts as a recipe. Even if it does, I am well aware that this is basically the recipe for raw oysters on the half with…
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My Grandmother’s Katjang Bawang / Kacang Bawang (Indonesian Fried Garlic Peanuts)
While I am not usually a huge fan of peanuts as a snack, there is something very moreish and comforting about these kacang bawang and it’s not just because they…
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Oyster, Scallop, Pomegranate and Chive Oil Canapés
These luxurious little canapés are bursting with flavor, combining briny raw oysters with lightly seared sweet scallops, an earthy, slightly-onion-y chive oil and some fresh and sweet pomegranate seeds and…
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Cheese and Fruit Platter Combinations
When paired well, the sweetness and freshness of fruit can really elevate the savoury and nutty taste of cheese. The best part of making a fruit and cheese platter is…
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Seared Scallop with Passion Fruit and Papaya Salsa
Little over half a year ago, I posted an autumnal/winter-y version of a seared scallop with miso butter and little mushrooms. While I could eat that little dish all year…
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Raw Oysters with Raspberry Mignonette
For my post today, I had some small round Zeeuwse platte oysters (Zeeland flat oyster), which have an almost sweet, delicate flavor and surprisingly firm texture (firm for an oyster…
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Bakwan Jagung Ikan Teri Nasi / Frikadel Djagung met Ikan Teri Nasi (Indonesian Corn Fritters with Salted Anchovies)
Some time ago I posted my grandmother’s recipe for Indonesian corn fritters, known as frikadel djagung, or simply maiskoekjes in The Netherlands and perkedel jagung, or bakwan jagung in Indonesia.…
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Dutch Savory Cheese Cookies / Kaasbolletjes
These cheese cookies, or kaasbolletjes (meaning ‘little cheese balls’), I’m sharing with you today (not literally sharing, of course, I ate all of mine already) are a popular Dutch snack…
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My Grandmother’s Perkedel Jagung / Bakwan Jagung / Frikadel Djagung (Indonesian Corn Fritters)
These Indonesian corn fritters, known as frikadel djagung, or simply maiskoekjes in The Netherlands and perkedel jagung, or bakwan jagung in Indonesia, definitely are another well-loved snack in my family……
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Goat’s Cheese Mousse and Edible Flowers Wreath / Ένα βρώσιμο μαγιάτικο στεφάνι
In order to celebrate this special day and it’s coinciding holidays, I made a wreath of my own... My flower wreath is a bit different, since it’s made of soft…
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Gravad Lax (Gravlax) Two Ways
Gravad lax (or gravlax) is a Scandinavian dish made with fresh, raw salmon that’s been dry-cured in a blend of salt, sugar, and usually dill. The curing process gives the…
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Baked Camembert with Almonds, Pear and Thyme
This gooey and fragrant baked cheese is a very popular snack on a cold winter evening, especially at Christmas! It can be a truly amazing appetizer, a cheesy dessert, or…
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Chicken Liver Pâté with Cranberry Jam
There’s something very comforting about homemade pâté with some buttered toast, or crackers and it makes for an ideal make-ahead appetizer, snack, or gift for Christmas and New Year entertaining!
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No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Ghost Truffles (Halloween)
BooOoOo! It’s a plate of scary ghosts! Well… maybe these little ghosts right here are more cute and delicious than they are scary. With their soft pumpkin-and-spice center and their…
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Cat Eye Deviled Eggs (Halloween)
It’s almost time for Halloween, which means it’s time for creepy food and spooky treats! Here’s my spooky Halloween version of a classic party-favorite: the deviled egg (with a name…
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Mini Lamb Burgers with Yoghurt Harissa Mint Sauce
These delicious mini burgers are the perfect treat to be served at a party and they are loved by both little kids and big kids (like me). You don’t really…
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