New year, new beginnings…

By On February 14, 2012 · 4 Comments

Februari already… I can’t even remember how long it’s been since i started this post. It was ages ago.

It’s been kind of busy lately.

Exhausting too at times.

A bit scary even.

Yet, i’ve never been so happy for all the new things in my life:
The new [...]

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On food extremism, preserved lemons and parsley roots

By On February 21, 2011 · 1 Comment

I have a confession to make: I can turn into a heavy-duty food extremist when it comes to the food close to my heart…

Don’t get me wrong, I do not mind free interpretations (I wouldn’t be well placed complaining [...]

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Leeks, butter and lemon…

By On January 16, 2011 · 2 Comments

A bunch of young leeks from the neighbor’s garden and a roast chicken, …

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These skirts who makes the world go round…

By On April 11, 2010 · 2 Comments

Today’s ‘smile-it’s-Spring-special’: a crunchy and fresh salad, with a touch of apple and the delicate fragrances of anise and ginger…

Bon appetit!

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Craving mum’s food…

By On December 3, 2009 · 1 Comment

Today’s special: a little bit of nostalgia in my kitchen with an old family favourite… Osso Bucco a la Milanese

Osso Bucco

Bon appetit!

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Tasty tools: my kitchen grater

By On March 16, 2008 · Leave a Comment

I’m back from skiing! …in one piece, with a finally fading mustle ache, bruises on my sheens (damn ski shoes! why can’t we ski in slippers) and a lovely goggle-sun-tan. I loved it!
Yet, after one week in a foreign kitchen, it feels great to get back to my own kitchen with my [...]

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My kitchen goes skiing!

By On March 7, 2008 · Leave a Comment

The kitchen will be closed for the coming 10 days… It’s time for well deserved holidays.
Ok almost closed: it seems I’m the designated cook for the trip.
In the mean time here’s something to spice up your week a little!

See u soon!

Chicken and prawns red thai [...]

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Stewed pears, candied lemon and almond tiles

By On February 3, 2008 · Leave a Comment

Pears are definitely my favourite fruit in the cold season. They are a dutch local too. Stewed pears are typical in holland, served warm, as a side dish with game or simply as a desert with a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream… mmmmm. It’s been a while I’ve been willing to try cooking them by myself, but like many [...]

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Cooking freak and tea-time sweets

By On May 29, 2006 · Leave a Comment

I love throwing parties! My mediterranean side is deeply dominant in that matter. Problem is: I always overdo it and end up spending my time in the kitchen, or serving people. Before I notice the evening is gone and I haven’t taken the time to sip one of my cocktails and chatt with my guests. [...]

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