I’ve never been a big beef eater but in recent years I’ve cut down my red meat consumption dramatically to just a handful of times a year. When I told Matt I was going to make this he commented that … Continue reading #89: North Korea – Bulgogi
In my continued exploration of international side dishes, I came across a few references to Succotash as a popular dish originating from Africa, and in most cased, Equatorial Guinea. This could explain some of the origins of the dish in … Continue reading #88: Equatorial Guinea – Succotash
This is by far the simplest of all the recipes I’ve made in the past year and a half and as such, I am going to make this a very simple blog post. Love avocado? Make this. Don’t have an … Continue reading #87: Swaziland – Slaai
I’ve probably mentioned her in some previous posts, but I feel like it’s high time to introduce my sous chef…my dog Rooney! She’s most interested whenever there is anything chicken, cheese or bread-related happening in the kitchen. This dish had … Continue reading #83: Venezuela – Arepas
I’m a bit behind on posting the dishes I’ve made in real time, but this meal from a week or so ago is a great way to jump back in from a weekend where most of us probably grilled something … Continue reading #82: Nepal – Chicken Sekuwa + Chukauni
Blaff was kinda blah? Yes, if you ask Matt. Even when I find the recipe to be a bit disappointing, I try to find one positive takeaway from the meal. In this case, I think I have found a different … Continue reading #80: St. Vincent & the Grenadines – Blaff
As we head into warmer temps, I’m digging deep into my country list to find lighter dishes amid a sea of stews. This definitely is a struggle with African recipes where despite a hot climate, the cuisine tends to lean … Continue reading #79: Madagascar – Malagasy Coconut Chicken
As we inch into the warmer weather, I try to squeeze out a few of more of my heavier winter dishes. It’s funny how certain parts of the world have recurring themes when it comes to ingredients, national dishes, and … Continue reading #76: Niger – Djerma Stew
I’ve made this comment before and I will make it again. There are SO MANY version of chicken and rice throughout the world. There are a lot of common elements, but every so often you come across one that has … Continue reading #74: Costa Rica – Arroz Con Pollo
I had never really tried Malaysian food before until a great restaurant opened in my old neighborhood in Columbia Heights. Makan replaced my favorite go-to beer bar but once I’d shed enough tears into my beer, I decided to check … Continue reading #73: Malaysia – Char Kway Teow
A Portrait of the Artist as She Cooks 