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Halászlé

Hungarian Halászlé Recipe: Flavorful Fish Soup for Families

As a mom of two fussy eaters, I’m always on the hunt for dishes that are both nutritious and appealing to picky palates. Halászlé, a traditional Hungarian fish soup, is a game-changer in our household. This vibrant, paprika-spiced soup

Pörkölt

Authentic Hungarian Pörkölt Recipe: A Hearty Stew Guide

Pörkölt is a traditional Hungarian stew, celebrated for its rich, paprika-infused flavors and tender meat. This comforting dish, often made with pork, beef, or veal, is simmered slowly with onions, peppers, and spices,

Gulyás

Gulyás: My Hungarian Journey Through a Bowl of Comfort

I still remember the first evening I landed in Budapest. Coming from the humid chaos of Mumbai, the air felt almost crisp and new to me. I was tired after hours of walking with my backpack through cobblestone streets

Migas

Authentic Spanish Migas Recipe: Step-by-Step Guide

Migas are Spain’s beloved “crumbs”—a rustic skillet of torn stale bread slowly fried in olive oil with garlic, paprika, and pork drippings until the pieces turn toasty outside and tender within. Born on the road with transhumant shepherds

Cocido Madrileño

Cocido Madrileño Recipe: Spanish Stew Guide

Hola! today I’m thrilled to share the magic of Cocido Madrileño, a beloved traditional stew from Madrid, Spain. This hearty dish is a symphony of flavors, featuring tender meats like beef, pork, and chicken, simmered with chickpeas

Gambas al Ajillo

Gambas al Ajillo (Spanish Garlic Shrimp) Recipe

Gambas al Ajillo is one of those dishes that proves how far a few fresh ingredients can go. Sweet shrimp, warm garlic, good olive oil, a hint of chili, and a quick sizzle—then straight to the table with crusty bread to catch every drop.

Bacalao al Pil-Pil

Bacalao al Pil-Pil – Basque salted cod in a sauce of olive oil

I was nineteen the first time I dared to swirl the cazuela myself. My mother hovered, arms crossed, while the garlic and guindilla hissed in a sea of olive oil. “Sin prisas,” she said. No whisk, no blender—just a gentle wrist and faith that cod

Fabada Asturiana

Fabada Asturiana Recipe: Spanish Delight

Hola, food lovers! I’m a young Spanish chef with a passion for sharing the hearty flavors of my homeland, and today I’m excited to walk you through making Fabada Asturiana—a soul-warming dish from Asturias, Spain

Pulpo a la Gallega

Pulpo a la Gallega: A Sushi Chef’s First Love Letter to Spain

I landed in Barcelona with calloused hands and a sushi knife wrapped in cloth—tools of a Japanese kitchen that had taught me to listen to fish. Spain felt like a cousin I’d never met: a country where people gather around small plates

Patatas Bravas

Spanish Patatas Bravas Recipe: Spicy Potato Delight Guide

Patatas Bravas is a classic Spanish tapas dish that brings together crispy fried potatoes with a smoky, spicy tomato sauce and a dollop of garlicky aioli. Originating from Madrid, this flavorful combination is a staple in Spanish cuisine