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I tasted the best German potato pancakes while visiting Guido’s family home in a quaint town nestled between Dusseldorf and Frankfurt. The authentic German potato pancakes were prepared by Unkel Theo, in his backyard by the Rhine River, at a family gathering. He fried the pancakes till golden on the little stove in the cabin …
Take my word for it, you’ll be addicted to this cake after the first bite! The apples morsels are tender, the cake is soft and unctuous and fragrant with the Calvados liquor. The bonus? it’s so easy to make, the most time-consuming part is to peel and cut the apples! What is Calvados? Basically Calvados …
The business world has been profoundly shaken by the Pandemic. While many industries have been badly affected with many jobs lost, a few key sectors offer growth opportunities, such as healthcare, pharmaceuticals, e-commerce, edtech etc. The pandemic has made many employers realize the importance of digital integration and seek professionals with well-defined skillset. According to …
Traditionally, on St Paddy’s day, people serve Irish dishes made with corned beef, cabbage and potatoes… This year, how about making a green themed menu, to go with a good Irish Stout! The Soup To start with, here’s a simple yet absolutely delicious pea and spinach soup recipe, shared by my sister Nhumy from New …
I have roasted lamb different ways, by reverse searing or grilling at high temperature to form a golden crust, then lowering the oven temperature and roasting till the internal temperature reaches 145F / 63C for medium rare or 160F / 70C for medium. Here is another way to roast lamb: the lazy way! It’s for …
We love Peruvian food, especially grilled chicken with Aji Verde Sauce. I love the vivid green color and the spicy and tangy taste. Aji Verde is a Peruvian spicy green sauce, a little garlicky and bursting with the fresh cilantro and lime juice flavors. This sauce is perfect for any grilled meat or seafood or …
This is my sister Nhumy’s go-to recipe for a light and delicious vegetable soup that has won her rave reviews! It’s has no cream and dairy, but is unctuous, almost velvety to the palate. It’s best to use fresh peas if in season, otherwise use frozen green peas, not the canned variety. Home made chicken …
This is one of the most famous grilled beef dish in Thailand, called Crying Tiger because the chilies in the sauce made a tiger weep…, at least this is one of the stories behind the name of this dish. The beef Firstly, sear the steak. Although some recipes recommend to marinate the beef before searing, …
Once in a while, we love to enjoy a great steak, perfectly cooked medium rare. For special occasions, we may indulge in a huge Tomahawk Steak, which is a real treat! Let me share with you how I reverse sear it to achieve the perfect charred exterior with a juicy medium rare meat. Many chefs …
You are an expert in a niche field, have developed a unique set of skills or you may have a unique idea for a business. But it’s daunting to start a business unless you have funds or connections. It’s indeed a scary thought to quit your job and launch a new venture… To inspire you, …
