Recipes

A common dish in the Netherlands is hachee, a Dutch style beef stew. Normall served with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed carrots. Prep Time: 30 – 45 minutes Cook Time: 2 hours Servings: 2-4 Ingredients Preparation

Authentic Dutch haring is typically bought from herring stalls called haringkar, but you can likely find it in speciality Dutch or Scandinavian stores in the US. Prep Time: 20 – 25 minutes Cook Time: N/A Servings: 1-2 filets per person Ingredients Preparation

A Dutch favorite is the large, thin pannenkoek (Dutch pancake), which can be enjoyed with sweet or savory toppings. Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Servings: 5 large pancakes or 10 small pancakes Ingredients Preparation

Sancocho is a hearty meat and vegetable stew. Colombian sancocho is a simple stew that typically consists of bone-in protein and nutrient-rich vegetables. Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 3 hours 45 minutes Servings: 8 Ingredients Preparation

Behold Karnıyarık, a Turkish recipe for stuffed eggplant that earns its spot as a culinary staple. Silky, roasted eggplant boats are filled to the brim with a rich, spiced ground lamb and beef mixture, creating a flavor-packed bite of umami bliss. It’s the kind of dish that makes your kitchen smell like you’ve summoned a […]

This rustic, herby stew is made with big cuts of fresh vegetables like zucchini, eggplant, and tomato. Think of it as the Greek version of ratatouille! It can be served with crusty bread or pasta, like this recipe. Prep + Cook Time: 50-60 minutes Cook Time: N/A Servings: 4-6 Ingredients Preparation

Fava is a delicious and traditional Greek dish, often enjoyed as a meze or side dish in Ikaria. It’s actually made with yellow split peas, not fava beans! This dish reflects Ikaria’s love for simple, healthy, and wholesome foods, which are a big part of the island’s famed longevity secrets! Prep + Cook Time: 50-60 […]

Horiatiki, or Greek salad, is a classic dish that embodies the simplicity of Greek cuisine. A combination of fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, Kalamata olives, and feta, it’s perfect for any meal. I eat this every day in Greece, and when paired with a side of fries and a carafe of house wine, it makes […]