Some years ago, I planted a grape vine along the side of one wall in my back yard. Even though my yard is nothing more then a glorified patio, since I live in the city, my grape vine is flourishing this year. This spring it is full of young tender green leaves just the right … [Read more...] about Yaprakes Yalangi, Stuffed Grape Leaves
Appetizers
El Salvadorian Pastelitos with Chicken Filling
Barbeque and outdoor party season has arrived. On the long leisurely days of late spring and summer, I like to invite people over and serve a meal. Sometimes … [Read more...] about El Salvadorian Pastelitos with Chicken Filling
Helena’s Gefilte Fish
Bite into a piece of Helena's homemade gefilte fish. The sweet, Polish style of this mild fish with a bit of eye opening beet colored horseradish will make you fall in love with gefilte fish. My friend Suzette’s mom, Helena is a treasure. She is an octogenarian, lively, … [Read more...] about Helena’s Gefilte Fish
Moroccan Salmon for Passover
One of my dear friends and I were trading recipes and menus for the upcoming Passover holiday. She explained her method for making Moroccan style salmon. I have encountered many recipes for Moroccan style fish, but they usually include garbanzo beans and are made with white … [Read more...] about Moroccan Salmon for Passover
Passover Halibut Plaki
Plaki typically refers to a Greek baked fish dish with vegetables. My Nona (grandmother) made a dish she referred to as Plaki. The recipe, long forgotten, is a bit of a mystery and all I remember is that is contained green grapes and mild white fish. I thought I would give it … [Read more...] about Passover Halibut Plaki
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