Iraqi date cookies called Kleicha are considered to be the national cookie of Iraq. Iraq is one of the top thr

Iranian Eggplant and Walnut Dip called Kashke Bedemjan in Farsi is absolutely divine. A very popular Iranian a

Iranian noodle soup called ash-e reshteh is a traditional Persian soup made for New Years.  Noodles are belie

Iranian fresh herbs and vegetables called Sabzi Khordan is a plate that you will find on the table for every m

Iranian pomegranate and walnut chicken called fesenjan is an extremely popular dish and for good reason.  It

Iranian jeweled rice called javaher polow in Farsi is as beautiful as it is delicious.  Polow or rice of all

Iranian saffron ice cream is called Bastani Sonnati which actually means classical Ice Cream.  Yes, Iranian I

Yule log cake is a tradition that goes way back to the late 1800's.  In France during the days of Napoleon, h

This Solstice Wassail is real easy to make and warms the soul.  A tradition for the winter solstice.  This r

Indonesian Bakwan Sayur is a delicious vegetable fritter that makes a lovely appetizer.  They are crispy and

Indonesian Bakmi Goreng is a seafood stir fried noodle dish that is a real treat.  This was part of the Tumpe

Indonesian Gado Gado is a basically a mix of salad type ingredients along with a few other key items.  Gado G

Indonesian beef rendang is a traditional dish made for celebrations as beef is not eaten often in Indonesia. 

Indonesian Achar is a spicy pickled vegetable condiment.  It is popular throughout south east Asia and Indone

Indonesian yellow rice called Nasi Kuning is a delicious staple food.  Nasi is what they call rice in Indones

Indonesian Dadar Gulung is a lovely dessert that is basically a pancake flavored with the pandan leaf that wra

Indian Bhindi Masala dry fry is a spicy fried okra that we served as the starter to our vegetarian Indian meal

Indian Palak Paneer is a much loved and extremely popular spinach curry dish with soft paneer cheese. This is

Indian Paneer (cheese) is made with only two ingredients.  This cheese is used in many Indian recipes and is

Indian Aloo Gobi is a spiced potato and cauliflower dish that comes from the Punjab region in India, the north

Indian Mango Lassi is a delicious smoothie that we enjoyed at the end of our Indian meal.  India produces a s

Indian chicken butter masala is probably the most well known Indian dish in the world.  It goes by many diffe

Indian Garlic Naan Bread is surprisingly easy to make and it is nothing like the naan you buy in the store. 

Ayurvedic Tea with ginger, lemon and honey is loved in India.  The combination of flavors is both refreshing

Icelandic lobster soup is an amazing recipe.  I had never made my own seafood stock before and wow, how easy

This Icelandic Cod with egg butter sauce is so simple to make and absolutely delicious. Cod is very important

Roasted asparagus and fennel is a perfect side dish with just about anything but the flavors were exceptional

Icelandic caramelized potatoes are a loved side dish especially around the holidays.  However, it is a real t

Icelandic white chocolate creme brulee made with a type of yogurt called skyr (pronounced skeer) was the best

Blueberry schnapps made a delicious end to our Icelandic meal served with the white chocolate creme brulee. 

Hungarian mushroom soup has a wonderful combination of ingredients, paprika, dill and sour cream are  all com

Hungarian Cucumber salad made with sour cream is a light and refreshing side salad and very common in Hungary.

Hungarian Chicken Paprikash with dumplings could easily be a close second to goulash as Hungary's national dis

Hungarian Kiffles (Kifles) as they are called there are little traditional cookies  found at many family gath

Honduran Carne Asada is a marinated flank or skirt steak and grilled on the BBQ, a favorite past time of Hondu

Honduran Frijoles refritos or refried beans is another staple food and part of the typical plate.  Both red b