A traditional, South Indian curry, Kerala shrimp curry is bright, fresh and not overly spiced. Continue reading →

Parsnip cakes with spring garlic and chile are an ode to the in-between season. Continue reading →

Scallops pair beautifully with a purée of cassava, a popular root vegetable in the Caribbean, which gets a boost from brown butter and traditional Indian spices. Continue reading →

Baked Trini wontons are a healthier version of the fried ones – Asian wontons filled with ground pork and pops of West Indian flavor. Continue reading →

Mujaddara is a Middle Eastern dish that traditionally pairs lentils with rice and caramelized onions. Certain versions, like this one, exchange the rice for bulgur wheat, which adds a sweet nuttiness and beautiful texture to the dish. Continue reading →

Crusting shrimp with quinoa before frying provides a healthier alternative, not to mention a nutty crunch. Continue reading →

A classic dish in Spanish and Latin culture is Arroz con Pollo or chicken with rice. One of the best dishes I tried in Peru was Arroz con Pato, where succulent duck replaces the chicken in the traditional dish. Continue reading →

This frittata with caramelized garlic and butternut squash incorporates a bit of exotic spice, Aleppo chili for heat and pimenton de la Vera for smokiness. Continue reading →

Straight from the Thanksgiving table, my classic braised short ribs – hearty, wine-infused, rich, and tender enough to eat with a spoon. Continue reading →

Wings in a crispy, light-as-air tempura batter are made even better with a drizzle of sriracha-honey sauce. Continue reading →

Traditional shrimp and grits gets some flavor from Vadouvan, a French-Indian spice blend with a warm sweetness. Continue reading →

A weekend spent apple-picking inspired a twist on an old classic – apple pie kicked up with a little star anise-infused brown butter. Continue reading →

Here’s my take on homemade, buttermilk cheese biscuits, which are shockingly quick and easy to make, flecked with ajwain. Continue reading →

Furikake, a Japanese seasoning with roasted seaweed, sesame, and bonito, is a fantastic add to a bowl of buttered popcorn. Continue reading →

Shakshuka is a Maghreb mainstay – baked eggs over an onion, garlic and tomato sauce that’s eaten for breakfast or supper – and even made its way to Israel where it’s an extremely popular dish. Continue reading →

A beautiful, baked mac ‘n cheese threaded with earthy porcini mushrooms was inspired by a trip to Enoteca Maria, an Italian restaurant in Staten Island where grandmas are chefs. Continue reading →

A classic British dessert, a fool is quite simply puréed fruit and a bit of sugar folded in with fluffy whipped cream – this one takes its cue from seasonal passion fruits. Continue reading →

Crisp, flavorful, tender and juicy – here’s a recipe for deeply-satisfying fried chicken infused with saffron. Continue reading →

Pão de queijo, or Brazilian cheese bread, are a great substitute for a typical dinner roll, easy to make, and perfect for a snack addiction – cheesy, chewy, and buttery. Continue reading →

Smoky, earthy, juicy lamb burgers with mint and chili pickled cucumbers on a gorgeously toasted bun is the perfect summer bbq food. Continue reading →