Latest Recipes

This classic Pan con Chicharron layers juicy, crisp-edged pork belly with tender sweet potato and bright, limey salsa criolla inside a crusty roll. The result is rich and savory, lifted by fresh onion, cilantro, and chili for a deeply satisfying sandwich.

Milanesa is a thin veal cutlet coated in garlicky parsley egg, breaded, and fried until crisp and golden. The inside stays tender and juicy, while a squeeze of fresh lemon cuts through the richness and brightens every bite.

Ensalada Criolla is a bright, juicy salad of tomatoes, onion, and red pepper tossed in a sharp, herby dressing. Fresh parsley, oregano, olive oil, vinegar, and a touch of chili give it the lively flavor of a chimichurri-inspired salad, while keeping the texture crisp and refreshing.

These baked Empanadas de Carne have a flaky, buttery pastry wrapped around a savoury filling of spiced beef, sweet onion, briny olives, and rich hard-boiled egg. They come out golden and crisp, with a classic balance of warmth, saltiness, and gentle cumin aroma.

These medialunas are tender, buttery, and lightly sweet, with delicate layers inside and a glossy honey-sugar glaze outside. Smaller and sweeter than many French-style croissants, they bake up with a soft crumb, crisp edges, and an irresistible bakery aroma.

This bolo de fuba is soft, lightly sweet, and delicately scented with fennel, with coconut milk adding richness and a tender crumb. The edges bake up gently golden while the inside stays moist and comforting, making it ideal for breakfast or an afternoon coffee break.

This classic tapioca is a quick Brazilian street and home favorite: a snow-white crepe with a delicate chewy bite, folded around melted mozzarella and savory ham. It is simple, comforting, and ready in minutes, making it ideal for breakfast, lunch, or an easy snack.

Vitamina de Banana is a creamy, chilled Brazilian banana smoothie with a naturally sweet flavor and a comforting touch of cinnamon. The oats give it extra body, making it more satisfying than a standard milkshake-like fruit drink.

This quick morning nasi goreng is savoury, slightly sweet, and deeply aromatic from shallot, garlic, chili, and a little toasted shrimp paste. The glossy rice is finished with spring onion and topped with a fried egg, making a classic, comforting breakfast in minutes.

Banh Mi Thit is a crisp, light baguette layered with rich pork pate, creamy mayonnaise, crunchy cucumber, sharp pickled daikon and carrot, fresh coriander, and a little chili heat. The result is a sandwich that is savory, bright, crunchy, and deeply satisfying despite its simple ingredients.

This Thai-style toast is crisp, buttery, and deeply golden, served with a silky pandan custard that is sweet, creamy, and fragrant. A final drizzle of condensed milk gives it the nostalgic flavor of Thai street stalls and cafes.

Khanom krok are bite-size coconut-rice cakes with delicate crisp edges and a soft, almost custardy middle. This quick vegan version delivers the classic sweet-salty balance and gentle aroma of coconut, finished with fresh spring onion for a savoury lift.

Jok is a silky Thai rice congee with a gentle ginger aroma, tender morsels of seasoned pork, and a softly poached egg. Crispy shallots and fresh spring onion add contrast, making each spoonful rich, soothing, and deeply savory.

Jianbing is a savory Chinese breakfast crêpe with a tender, eggy surface, sweet-salty sauce, fresh herbs, and a crackling crisp layer inside. This streamlined home version captures the classic contrast of soft, chewy, saucy, and crunchy in just minutes.

Gyeran Bap is a simple, deeply comforting bowl of hot rice topped with silky soft scrambled eggs, nutty sesame oil, soy sauce, and crisp bits of nori. It is fast, inexpensive, and satisfying, with a gentle savory flavor that makes it ideal for breakfast, lunch, or a late-night meal.

This simple bowl of zhou is soft, warming, and deeply comforting, with rice cooked down into a silky porridge. Creamy century egg, sharp fresh ginger, spring onion, sesame oil, and crisp fried shallots give the mild base layers of savoury fragrance and texture.

Poha is light, fluffy, and warmly spiced, with the earthy aroma of turmeric, popping mustard seeds, and fragrant curry leaves. Bright lemon and fresh coriander lift the dish, making it a simple but deeply satisfying breakfast or snack.

Ash Reshteh is a thick, comforting Persian herb and noodle soup enriched with beans, sweet fried onion, and tangy kashk. This version is deeply savoury, velvety, and fragrant with turmeric and mint, with a lush green body and satisfying ribbons of noodles in every spoonful.

This Persian tomato omelet is soft, fragrant, and richly savory despite its simple pantry ingredients. Sweet cooked tomatoes, buttery onions, earthy turmeric, and saffron-scented eggs come together in a quick skillet dish that is comforting and deeply satisfying.

Noon Panir Sabzi is a simple but deeply satisfying Persian breakfast platter of soft flatbread, briny white cheese, fresh herbs, crisp radishes, and walnuts. A little honey adds a delicate sweetness that contrasts beautifully with the salty cheese and peppery herbs.

Manakish bi Zaatar is a warm, aromatic flatbread with a soft crumb, lightly crisp edges, and a deeply savory herb topping. The olive oil carries the fragrance of zaatar and toasted sesame, making each bite rich, earthy, and comforting.

Cool, tangy labneh is spread thickly on a plate, then finished with earthy zaatar, fruity olive oil, and briny olives. Served with crisp tomato and cucumber, it is fresh, creamy, and intensely savory despite its simplicity.

Harcha is a tender, golden semolina flatbread with a lightly crisp exterior and a soft, sandy crumb inside. Cooked on a griddle rather than baked, it is especially delicious warm with melting butter and honey.

Tiganites are small Greek pan-fried pancakes with a tender, fluffy centre and lightly crisp golden edges. Finished with fragrant honey and cinnamon, they are quick to make and wonderfully comforting.