Zrazy is a dish of Lithuanian, Belarusian, Polish and Ukrainian cuisines. Word “zrazy” is of polish origin, it means “slices”, “cut pieces” of something. Despite its Polish name, for…
With September being Childhood Cancer Awareness month, I would like to share with you some information about one program I participate in. “Cookies for Kid’s Cancer” was an idea…
Autumn “When the leaves change hueThe air becomes nice and coolFall is upon us” My husband bought me a bag of organic farro in Costco store and I cook…
Breakfast & Desserts/ Other Desserts/ Russian Monday
Russian Monday: “Manniy Pudding” – Semolina Pudding with Berry Sauce
The word “mannaya kasha”– semolina porridge, conjures up a lot of memories from my childhood and has a special meaning in the hearts of anyone who grew up in…
This is very simple everyday soup, it took me no more than 20 minutes to make it. This time I used all organic ingredients as well as grass-fed ground…
These fried green tomatoes are crisp outside and so succulent inside, they will melt in your mouth. So make plenty for everyone. Hello, my dear readers. This is a…
Main Dish/ Poultry, Game/ Russian Monday
Russian Monday: “Pozharsky Cutlets” – Ground Chicken Cutlets with Homemade Breadcrumb
The Pozharsky cutlets have become a popular dish of the Russian cuisine at the beginning of the 19th century. Their name and origin are attributed to prince Pozharsky, one…
These irresistible baked potato chips are made from the purple potatoes grown in my dear neighbor’s garden, 100% homegrown and organic. I have baked them for the after school…
Cakes, Tarts
Food Blog Forum – Part 2: Highland Brewing Company & Harvest Cake with Apple Cider Frosting
Before posting the second story from my Food Blog Forum trip, I would like to share with you the recipe for this moist and colorful cake, which I find…
Vegetable and Grain Soups
Food Blog Forum – Part 1: The Biltmore Estate NC & Cream of Wild Mushroom Soup
It’s been a while since my last post and I truly missed my blog and my dear readers. My new kitchen is finally finished; summer vacations are behind us,…
This summer I have been very busy with my new kitchen. We are not done yet and there is still some tile and trim work left to be done…
Dishes for special occasions “To roast some beef, to carve a joint with neatness,To boil up sauces, and to blow the fire,Is anybody’s task: he who does thisIs but…
June and July are the best time to pick and put away till winter linden tree flowers famous for its therapeutic properties. Linden tree starts blossoming in June spreading…
I live in historic Bucks County which has many artsy towns and art galleries. From time to time I exhibit my Still Life work at some of them. Last…
Here are some salad recipes that do not appear to have many ingredients in common. Some are based on a traditional vegetables and fruits, others are a little more…
Have a very creative weekend!…