Craving something beyond the usual weeknight rotation? Get free, easy, wholesome recipes from Persian, Turkish, and Mediterranean kitchens that feed your belly and soul! I'm Shadi, a cookbook author who grew up in Iran and lived in Turkey, and for over 10 years I've been making these bold, cozy dishes approachable for home cooks, with ingredients you can find at your regular grocery store. Join my list for free recipes delivered to your inbox, kitchen tips, and fan favorites from my collection of 1000+ recipes, plus first dibs on exclusive recipes and events.
Cakes for Fall Baking, Part II: The Turkish and Persian Edit
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This week I'm back to my Persian roots and Turkish influence with some cakes that I remember from living in both Tehran and Istanbul. From the rose and pistachio-infused cakes of Tehran's classic bakeries to Turkish bakers' unique way of adapting global influences to local palates, bakeries are one of the things I miss most about living in that part of the world. (This is not to throw shade on the home I've chosen in the United States, by the way - we do have plenty of wonderful Asian and Latin American-inspired bakeries around, but I'm a 45 minute drive to the nearest simit if you don't count the Trader Joe's freezer case!) Keep on cooking, |
Unicorns in the Kitchen
Craving something beyond the usual weeknight rotation? Get free, easy, wholesome recipes from Persian, Turkish, and Mediterranean kitchens that feed your belly and soul! I'm Shadi, a cookbook author who grew up in Iran and lived in Turkey, and for over 10 years I've been making these bold, cozy dishes approachable for home cooks, with ingredients you can find at your regular grocery store. Join my list for free recipes delivered to your inbox, kitchen tips, and fan favorites from my collection of 1000+ recipes, plus first dibs on exclusive recipes and events.
If you're hosting family or friends for Thanksgiving this year, you may be looking for alternatives to the traditional roasted whole turkey that has been an annual tradition in so many families. I totally get the comfort of having the same dish year after year, but not everyone likes turkey and there's nothing wrong with having a second main dish on the table if you're hosting a large group! Here are a few recipes that are worth checking out if you're looking for alternatives to roasted...
Just about every cuisine in the world has at least a few unique soup recipes. But, I think soup is one area where the Mediterranean really shines. Turkish cuisine, in particular, has a lot of standout soups of its own - so many so that one of my favorite Istanbul restaurants was a soup restaurant.Anyway, let these soup recipes transport you to the Mediterranean this winter - and don't hesitate to reach out if I've missed any of your favorites! Ezogelin Soup This famous Turkish soup has a tale...
We've already had a few cooler days here in the Mid-Atlantic USA, and pumpkin spice is in season at our local coffee shops. My husband has commenced his annual hunt for pumpkin beers and pumpkin spice Bailey's (if you drink, you must try it!). And, as those of you who follow me on Instagram @unicornsinthekitchen know, lately I've been leaning into warmer, heartier recipes for fall. This means a focus on soups and on ingredients we often associate with fall, such as cranberries, pumpkin, sweet...