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Eggplant koftas are a delicious vegetarian dish that are perfect for those who want a healthy, flavorful meal. Koftas are a type of meatball that are popular in Middle Eastern and South Asian cuisine, but the eggplant version is a great vegetarian alternative. For a …
We woke up this morning to an icy bast of arctic wind, with wind chill values of -30°C forecasted! In other words, a perfect day for staying in and baking! As I knew this deep freeze was coming, I made sure to get out yesterday …
If you are visiting Seville for a week or more consider including a visit to two of Seville’s beautiful palace museums, La Casa de Pilatos, and the Palace of the Countess Lebrija. Both palaces are outstandingly beautiful, with unique and interesting elements that make them …
It’s easy to see why Plaza de España and Maria Luisa Park are always included on any list of top tourist attractions. You can easily spend the better part of an afternoon here. Start with a stroll around the Plaza de España, enjoying it’s sheer …
Next stop on my sightseeing tour of Seville is the Alcázares Reales de Sevilla, or simply Alcázar as it is more commonly known. If you are visiting Seville, a visit to the Royal Alcázars of Seville is an absolute must! One of Seville’s key historical architectural …
I’m just back from 6 weeks in Spain and Portugal and excited to share some photos from my trip! I begin with the beautiful city of Seville. Seville (or Sevilla in Spanish) has something for everyone. From great Moorish and Catholic monuments, a large and …
Greetings from Sevilla, España! I’m thrilled to have escaped the cold, snowy, icy weather in Toronto for the warmer Spain weather. Although it has been raining quite a bit in Seville since we arrived, it is still quite warm (for us) at a comfortable 15 …
Years ago, there was an amazing, tiny Middle Eastern takeout joint near where I worked that sold an array of delicious dishes, that they rotated on their chalkboard menu depending on day of the week. My absolute favorite was an aromatic rice and lentil dish, …
In my continuing mission to take full advantage of all the great seasonal produce while it’s still here, this week I’m cooking with plums. This simple, yet elegant recipe for Seared Duck Breasts with Grilled Plums is so easy, I’m almost embarrassed to call it …
