This is another Iranian recipe, slightly modified to fit our culinary fantasies on a sunny afternoon at my boyfriend’s parents’ house. We had these tarts with a berry-flavoured black tea. They tasted fancy and they weren’t too sweet, just the way I like my desserts. Coconut Tarts (makes 12 servings) Crust: 1 cup whole wheat… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Dessets
Almond Cookies
These cookies are nor vegan, nor super healthy but they are special because I made them together with Shireen, my boyfriend’s mom. Shireen is one of the best cooks I know, which is great and intimidating at the same time. This recipe is an Iranian recipe. Iranians love their sweets with black Persian tea and… Continue Reading
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
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
Rawsome Mango Banana Ice Cream
Mango and banana were fighting for a while to win the title of my favourite fruit. Mango has won quite easily but banana is still pretty high up there. So a mango banana ice cream is all I need to feel happy about life. I treat myself to this delicacy…a little too often (*whispers –… Continue Reading