Category Archives: Warm Appetizers
Crunchy chipotle shrimp cakes with lime aioli + mango-green onion relish
These panko-coated shrimp cakes are packed with spicy chipotle peppers and complimented by a fresh mango relish andView full post »
Mini albondigas // Mini meatballs served with Peruvian-style pesto + spaghetti
These mini albondigas, or mini meatballs, are packed full of flavor and are meant to be paired with a bowl of hotView full post »
Fried Wontons + An Illustration on How to Fold a Wonton
A simple and flavorful recipe for fried wontons. Thin wonton wrappers are filled with shrimp and pork before being friedView full post »
Garlicky Bagna Cauda with Split Radishes and Broccoli and Cauliflower Florets
An elixir of just four main ingredients, bagna cauda is the ultimate in winter crudite dip love. Salty anchovies areView full post »
Braised green lentils with smoked kielbasa
A warm and hearty one-pot meal, braised green lentils with smoky kielbasa is a tribute to winter comfort food.View full post »
In memory of my grandpa: Peruvian-style chicken empanadas
An authentic Peruvian-style chicken empanada recipe straight from my grandfather’s handwritten cookbook.View full post »
Super Bowl Party Appetizers: For the Gentlemen!
These mega-licious appetizers are fit for the King in your life. Juicy, robust, deeply satisfying. Finger licking isView full post »
A Tale of Two Appetizers
Two yummy and simple appetizers you can make tonight — Crab-Stuffed Mushrooms & Applewood Bacon-Wrapped ChickView full post »
On Food, In Love: Artichokies of course!
A how-to guide on cooking and eating an artichoke. Plus, a simple recipe for a dipping sauce.View full post »