Category Archives: Cooking

Asparagus and Shiitake Mushroom Stir-Fry

Before you say “asparagus? not again, Andreea”, just take a moment to think about how amazingly delicious asparagus is during spring and then consider making this dish It is quick, healthy and delicious! I made an asparagus stir-fry dish a … Continue reading

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Dan Dan Noodles with Chicken

As I mentioned earlier, I recently came into the possession of a Sichuan cooking book that is full of appetizing authentic recipes. The only problem with authentic recipes is that it can be hard to find all the ingredients. While, … Continue reading

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Asparagus, Prosciutto and Egg Flatbread

Have you ever wished that time would pass faster let’s say to be able to enjoy some warmer weather or finally wrap up your PhD, but also in the same time to have it move slower so you can have … Continue reading

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Papaya, Prosciutto and Feta Cheese Spinach Salad

Papaya is a delicious fruit! Do not let anyone convince you otherwise I like papaya a lot, but unfortunately it is quite heavy and can get expensive. Luckily, this weekend I found it on sale for under a $1 a … Continue reading

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Lobster Tail Risotto

A few months ago, I purchased some more frozen lobster tails and after thinking for a while about I wanted to use them for, I finally settled on a risotto. I almost made it one weeknight, except that I came … Continue reading

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Gong Bao (Kung Pao) Chicken with Peanuts

Kung Pao chicken is one of my favorite Asian dishes, so it will come as no surprise that it was the first dish I cooked out of my new and shiny Sichuan cookbook! I really like Sichuan dishes and every time … Continue reading

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Spring Asparagus Quiche with Mushrooms, Pancetta and Feta Cheese

I really like quiche with its buttery crust, delicious cheese and an assortment of veggie and flavor combinations. For a while, I used to order quiche for brunch, but some restaurants have disappointed me so I decided I should just … Continue reading

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Pasta Primavera with Asparagus, Zucchini, Mushrooms and Spring Onions

I am not sure if it was all the green dishes posted online, Foodie’s email asking what dishes represent spring, my mom mentioning how the Orthodox Easter is approaching and this is the meatless week preceding the vegan long fast … Continue reading

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Chicken Khao Soi – Thai Coconut Curry Soup

Last weekend, I was browsing around trying to find a recipe to make so I can have lunch for the week and came across this recipe in my Bon Appetit magazine. I know, BA again, but I can’t help it … Continue reading

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Coffee & Chili Rubbed Rib Eye steak

I always find it interesting what recipes I actually remember from online websites, cookbooks or magazines. I am now receiving Cook’s Illustrated and Bon Appetit (free subscription with the cookbook!) magazines and while I browse them I stop at various … Continue reading

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