Kabob Barg is one of those amazing dishes that honors traditional Persian cooking and brings me joy every time I make it. This scrumptious recipe for Lamb Kabob Barg is steeped in happy memories for me. As the weather is hotting up we're back to grilling once a week. These tasty kabobs will be a...
Lavender Matcha Latte
Combining a sweet matcha latte with the delicate floral taste of lavender, this lavender matcha latte is the perfect, calming drink for lavender season. You can make it dairy-free or not, and it’s super simple to make when you’re craving a sweet drink. I find both lavender and matcha so calming, so when they’re put...
Strawberry Cream Puffs
The perfect light summer dessert - make the most of strawberry season with these delicate and delicious strawberry and mascarpone cream puffs! The puffs are made from a classic choux pastry, and they are filled with a creamy mascarpone and strawberry filling. Then, I top them with a strawberry ganache. You’ll struggle to have just...
Joojeh Kabob - Persian Chicken Kabob
This Persian Chicken Kabob, Joojeh Kabob, is marinated in saffron, grated onion, lemon, and garlic. Traditionally, it is cooked on a charcoal grill, but you can also cook it in your oven under the broiler. I'll show you how to do both! Serve with grilled tomatoes, Persian steamed rice, and salad. This post contains affiliate...
Persian Saffron Rose Ice Cream
There are many flavors of ice cream, but when you say 'bastani' in farsi, it specifically means this saffron rose ice cream. It is usually served between wafers as an ice cream sandwich, and you can find it everywhere during the summertime. There are two main frozen Iranian treats: bastani and faloodeh. Both are flavored...
Roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes with Tomatillo Salsa
This easy side dish is packed with flavor, can be prepped in advance, and will have everyone coming back for thirds. These perfectly roasted Yukon gold potatoes are spiced with garlic, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper, and served with an (optional) homemade tomatillo salsa. This post contains affiliate links where I might receive a commission...
The Best Taco Recipes
You can never go wrong with tacos - there are so many great fillings and varieties, and there’s always something to please everyone. From vegan potato tacos to marinated steak tacos, I've got you covered with the best tacos in each category! This taco roundup is something I wanted to share for Cinco de Mayo,...
Vegan Potato Tacos with a Kick!
The spiced and perfectly roasted potatoes make a delicious taco filling with a rich salsa and squeeze of lime. They’re so full of great flavor, and make a fantastic alternative to meat tacos. This recipe for potato tacos is having a BIG moment in our home. Since I started testing these out, we can’t stop...
Peruvian-Style Chicken with Aji Verde
My favorite roasted chicken in Los Angeles comes from El Pollo Inka, known for their Peruvian, fire-roasted rotisserie chicken. I don't live there anymore and needed to find a way to satisfy the craving. This copycat Peruvian roasted chicken recipe offers the same, delicious, herb-marinated chicken without the need for a rotisserie. I'm serving it...
Chicken Tacos with the BEST Marinade
This delicious and easy way to cook boneless chicken thighs and is just as great as tacos as it is with your favorite side dishes. Marinade overnight, then cook down the marinade for an extra flavorful sauce. Why You Should Make These Marinating the chicken for these tacos the night before means you're only 25...