This comforting Russian buckwheat kasha recipe with caramelised onions, bacon lardons, pan-fried mushrooms, and soft-boiled eggs makes my heartier take on my baboushka’s traditional Russian- breakfast. Buckwheat or grechka is the key ingredient of this kasha, a savoury porridge that I serve with a dollop of sour cream and plenty of fragrant dill. If you … Read more
This traditional Russian beef stew recipe makes solyanka, a delicious hearty stew or heavy soup that’s a little sour, a little sweet, and was a whole lot saltier back in its day. First mentioned in print in the 15th century, solyanka is a medieval dish made for modern times: invented to use leftovers, it’s a … Read more
This scrambled eggs with sautéed mushrooms on sourdough toast recipe is made for a late weekend breakfast cum lazy brunch dish. Smoky sautéed mushrooms atop perfectly moist scrambled eggs and crusty sourdough bread make for a very satisfying combination. Especially enjoyed with a couple of glasses of a crisp Italian white. If we were making … Read more
Our perfect mushrooms on toast recipe makes the most delicious mushrooms sautéed with garlic and shallots in salted butter and olive oil, and finished with a dollop of sour cream and plenty of fresh fragrant herbs. I love aromatic dill but you can use flat-leaf parsley, coriander, or your favourite herb. Pile it all onto … Read more
Camigliatello Silano is an alpine-like village in Calabria in Southern Italy, just a short drive from Cosenza, the provincial capital. A food lovers’ paradise that’s much loved for its wonderful wild mushrooms and pork products, Camigliatello was a stop on the Italian grand tour. It’s also a fantastic base for exploring the lakes and forests … Read more