Churros are tasty all by themselves, but many people love them drizzled or dipped in chocolate sauce. This chocolate sauce recipe can be all chocolate or add peanut butter for a different taste. This is also a perfect dip forRead More →
Although the origin of the Churro may have had its humble beginnings in China, it is believed that Portuguese explores brought this tasty treat back with them, and the rest is history. Today, churros are associated with most Portuguese andRead More →
Cheese Quesadillas are the Mexican version of an American Grilled Cheese Sandwich. Although you can put many other things in a quesadilla, like grilled onions, peppers, and meat, traditional quesadillas are melted cheese between two tortillas, grilled to perfection. Sides,Read More →
If you think about Mexican cuisine, chances are you’ll think about tortillas. They are served with almost every meal and can be made using wheat or corn flour. We love the flavor of corn tortillas plus they are gluten free. Read More →
Traditional Straw Stars are ornaments made in Germany, Scandinavia and some Eastern European countries. They are made out of natural straw with thread woven between the straw that helps hold it together. Although there are several different legends told aboutRead More →
Paul Klee was born in 1879 in Switzerland to a German father and Swiss mother. His father was a music teacher and his mother an actress. They encouraged their son to become a musician, but as a teen he decidedRead More →
Satay is skewered meat that has been marinaded, grilled, and is usually served with peanut sauce for dipping. Although it is believed that Satay got its beginnings in Indonesia, it quickly moved to Malaysia and Thailand. Although all forms ofRead More →
Stir-fried bean sprouts, tauge goreng in Indonesian, is a wonderful side dish for many Asian recipes. This stir-fried bean sprouts recipe with scallions and garlic is a perfect side to Maylasian Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce. Sometimes it is difficultRead More →
Nasi lemak is often called the National dish of Malaysia. It is a fragrant rice made with coconut milk and wrapped and flavored with pandan leaf. Unfortunately, pandan leaf is not available in most US markets and there is noRead More →
Kuih Bahulu are small Malaysian sponge cakes that have a crunch on the outside and a very soft and tender inside. They are considered a snack food and are almost always included on feast days and special occasions. There areRead More →
