On Friday night my boyfriend and I decided to go to a restaurant for dinner. It was not a nice experience. The restaurant opened only a few months ago and we stopped there because we liked the patio. I am a little bit obsessed with being outside during summertime. I refuse to eat inside other… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Cocktail foods
Two Layered Pound Cake with Cherries
I am not a master baker. Maybe because I’m not that much into sweets. I prefer salty and spicy treats instead. However, once in a while I love making something sweet and share it with friends and family over tea. Or by myself on an afternoon, while reading something enjoyable. Like this book that my… Continue Reading
Ancient Greek Fast Food
I’m eating as I write because this recipe is too delicious to wait! I spent several hours in the library this week researching ancient cuisine. I found some really interesting books about eating and drinking habits in the Mediterranean ancient world but no actual recipes…When I was just about to give up, I found… Continue Reading
Raw Tart with Matcha and Raspberries
Matcha and Raspberries make a wonderful pair! Why didn’t I figure this out earlier? I love spending time in my parents’ garden. It’s magical at this time of the year! We have lots of herbs, raspberries, tomatoes of all kinds and pretty flowers. We also have fruit trees of all kinds and a big walnut… Continue Reading
Ancient Roman Apricot Starter
I wanted to do this for a long time – try some ancient Mediterranean recipes (Greek and Roman). Since I am a Classics major and I have access to the original texts, I thought it would be a pity to not take advantage of this. Actually, it is one of the main reasons I started… Continue Reading