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cauliflower tabbouleh

cauliflower tabbouleh

Not a meal goes by in my house without fruits and veggies — we love them in all their shapes, colors and flavors. The good thing about Sundays is that my fridge is always stocked up again with lots of fresh produce for the week, making the weekend 

chicken breasts with mushroom sauce

chicken breasts with mushroom sauce

There’s nothing like chicken breasts with a thick sauce that renders the meat so tender and juicy. We love these balsamic chicken breasts made with onions and mushrooms, but I thought it was time to give my favorite go-to chicken recipe an update. I love creamy mushroom 

lemon cod cakes

lemon cod cakes

I have to admit that cod was never my favorite fish. I always found it a bit too bland, too thick, and simply too boring compared to other fish like salmon and trout. But ever since I started cooking some of Ottolenghi’s incredible recipes, I have learned to see the greatness in cod — its blandness makes it a great fish to spice up with a range of ingredients and its thickness makes it perfect for turning into patties. Sometimes I cook cod in a thick tomato sauce, other times I decide to turn it into kebabs made with a range of spices, herbs and veggies. The result is anything but boring, making cod just as exciting as salmon minus the calories!

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mixed berries and cream verrines

mixed berries and cream verrines

Whenever I have guests over and need to prepare a dessert in no time, I think about verrines — these cute glasses bursting with deliciousness. My idea of a great dessert isn’t a fruit salad, so I always make sure to have at least something sweet 

quinoa pumpkin veggie burgers

quinoa pumpkin veggie burgers

One of the best things about living in Switzerland is the proximity to all sorts of incredible destinations — from big cities like Paris and Milan to mountain resorts and lakes. Being so close to the Swiss Alps gives us the opportunity to spend several weekends 

baked raspberry and coconut oatmeal

baked raspberry and coconut oatmeal

Jon is finally starting to enjoy oatmeal for breakfast. He’s not a big fan of porridge versions, but likes the baked variety the best. To keep breakfast exciting and healthy every morning, I’ve been experimenting with different baked oatmeal combinations. Bananas are almost always part of the mix — they’re naturally sweet, so barely any sweetener is needed — and I always add another fruit to keep things interesting.

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easy baked falafel

easy baked falafel

Hello my dears! I hope you all enjoyed your weekend. It has been cold and snowy here in Switzerland, making me want to stay in more than usual — the perfect opportunity to work on more delicious recipes for you! With my birthday coming up, Jon surprised 

quinoa with walnuts, feta and sun-dried tomatoes

quinoa with walnuts, feta and sun-dried tomatoes

We’re big salad eaters; as if you haven’t realized yet judging by the dozens of salad recipes on the blog! I have a salad every day for lunch, sometimes for dinner as well, so I’m always experimenting with different grains and produce to not get bored. Salads don’t