Turkish chicken stew – Tavuk sote
Turkish chicken stew – Tavuk sote – You ever eat something that feels like it hugs you from the inside? That’s how I’d describe Tavuk Sote. I actually stumbled upon this dish during a trip to Istanbul a couple of years ago. My husband and I were wandering through the Spice Bazaar (basically heaven if […]
Kuku Paka (african Chicken Curry Recipe)
Kuku Paka (african Chicken Curry Recipe) – Have you ever tasted something that made you pause mid-bite and just savor the moment? That’s exactly what happened when I made Kuku Paka for the first time. Funny enough, I’d never even heard of it until a friend from Kenya casually mentioned it during a conversation about […]
Honey Butter Smashed Potatoes
Honey Butter Smashed Potatoes – You know how some recipes just happen and then take over your life? That’s exactly how these Honey Butter Smashed Potatoes came to be. It started on a random Sunday when I was staring at a bag of potatoes and thinking, Not mashed again. I can’t. Don’t get me wrong—I […]
Pork Belly Slices
Pork Belly Slices – Let me tell you about the first time I made pork belly slices. It was one of those days where you open the fridge a dozen times, hoping something inspiring magically appears. There it was—a pack of pork belly I’d impulsively bought without a plan. Sound familiar? I didn’t want to […]
Cheese Pie
Cheese Pie – Cheese Pie, for me, is the definition of a happy accident. I first made it on one of those chaotic weekday nights when everything felt like it was falling apart. I was juggling dinner, helping with homework, and trying not to trip over the dog—all while staring at a fridge full of […]
Patti Labelle’s Mac and Cheese
Patti Labelle’s Mac and Cheese – Let’s get real for a second—mac and cheese is more than just food. It’s a feeling. A warm, cheesy hug in a bowl. And when I discovered Patti Labelle’s Mac and Cheese, my relationship with this comfort classic hit a whole new level. The first time I made this […]
Southern Cornbread Salad
Southern Cornbread Salad – Let me set the stage. It was one of those big Southern family gatherings—potluck style, of course. You know, where every dish comes with a side of pride and a sprinkle of competition. My aunt, bless her heart, waltzed in with a trifle dish filled with what looked like a rainbow […]
