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The meal is served on a green wooden table: a loaf of bread with chestnut spread, sprinkled with fresh chopped chives. The bread lies on a green plate, next to it a used wooden knife. Behind is a green glass with water, a preserving jar with the chestnut spread, and a flat black bowl with the chopped chives; further in the background is a flat wooden bowl with a sliced loaf of bread and a green linen kitchen towel. Scattered around everything are fresh chestnuts in shells.

Chestnut Spread

You can make a lot of great recipes with chestnuts. From breads to sweet desserts, there are a ton of possibilities. Today, it’s time for a delicious savory chestnut spread! Chestnuts are naturally high in sugar, so when you add some vegetables and onions, the […]

On a wooden base, there is a raffia mat on which two soup plates are placed. The plates are filled with Rose Hip Soup. Next to the plates are napkins with a floral pattern and a silver soup spoon. Rose hip twigs and rose hip fruits lie around the soup plates.

Rose Hip Soup

Rose hips embody the summer holidays to me. Especially in the late days of summer, the smell of rose hips is prominent at the North Sea costs and the first fruits are available as a little snack along the way. With the hope that a […]

Two servings of vegan mango lassi with mangos in the background and fresh mint as a garnish

Vegan Mango Lassi Recipe

Nothing is quite as refreshing as a mango lassi. It is creamy, sweet, rich, and just overall delicious. While traditional lassis are usually not vegan due to the addition of yogurt and milk, it is easy to make delicious lassis vegan. After some experimentation, I […]

There is a sea buckthorn popsicle on a small colourful plate. On the left is a patterned napkin. Behind the small plate is an orange serving plate with a lots of sea buckthorn popsicles. The plates are placed on a grass mat. Apricots and sea buckthorn berries are scattered on the yellow wooden base and the mat.

Sea Buckthorn Popsicles

Since we made our first sea buckthorn jam, we have been huge fans of the taste. This summer, I was curious to see what sea buckthorn popsicles would taste like! Knowing the intensity of this berry, I had to find a fruit partner that would […]

Two bowls of served buckwheat porridge, beautifully presented on a stone plate

Buckwheat Porridge (With Raspberries)

This buckwheat porridge is a delicious twist to your usual breakfast. It is simple and quick to make, and the buckwheat is a super healthy and satisfying alternative to oats. It has such a satisfying bite. Combined with some raspberries, this breakfast has all you […]

A small patterned plate with a plum popsicle stands in the foreground on a pink-colored base. Next to it is a napkin printed with floral motifs. Behind it is a large bowl with more plum popsicles. The plate and the bowl are surrounded by fresh plums, some are cut into slices.

Plum Popsicles

July to October is plum harvest season. Have you ever thought of making plum popsicles from fresh ripe plums? During the harvest, I first thought of making plum cake (German Plum Cake) or plum jam, but I had to try plum popsicles and was surprised […]

Two elderflower pancakes are served on two plates, each with a little glass bowl of applesauce. There is a napkin and silver cutlery next to the plates. The plates are placed on a patterned tablecloth with some elder leaves and flowers around them.

Elderflower Pancakes

From May to July, you can see and smell the white flowers of the black elderberry (Sambucus nigra). The blossoms are edible and particularly fragrant. A sunny and dry day is ideal for harvesting elderberry blossoms. They have a lot of aroma! I’d like to […]

A glass of water with orange turmeric ice cubes and a straw stands on a yellow wooden base. Next to the glass are slices of tumeric, oranges, daisies, and a patterned napkin.

Orange Turmeric Ice Cubes

Why not turn a true superfood into a refreshing ice cube? These orange turmeric ice cubes have superpowers: Two healthy juices merry into one nutrient-packed ice cube. The active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin, which has an anti-inflammatory and detoxifying effect. To activate the curcumin, […]

A big mason jar of Pickled Turnips on a dark stone surface

Simple Pickled Turnips

Time to pickle again! This time, I’ve got another recent favorite of mine: Pickled turnips. They are a classic Levantine pickle, and now I know why. Lots of flavor, a great crunch, and a vibrant color, what could you want more from a pickle? Also, […]

A small yellow plate with a mango mint popsicle lies on a yellow wooden background in the foreground. The plate is placed on a patterned napkin. Behind it is a plate with a large yellow bowl on it, filled with more mango mint popsicles. On the edge of the plate are tufts of mint leaves. Pieces of mangos and mint leaves are scattered on the wooden underground.

Mango Popsicles

This is no ordinary mango ice cream! After a few iterations, this has become my favorite recipe for mango popsicles. These popsicles have an unusually refreshing taste, thanks to the addition of fresh mint leaves and lime juice. Light, fruity, herbal, not too sweet – […]

A glass of water with fruit ice cubes and a straw stands on a light blue wooden base. Next to the glass are slices of bananas, strawberries and a napkin.

Strawberry Banana Ice Cubes

These strawberry banana ice cubes are super tasty and fruity! A fruit puree made from strawberries and bananas is topped with a lid of fresh strawberry. They also make a nice dessert for the little ones. They are easy to make and look great – […]

A bird's eye angle of two served plates of creamy vegan mushroom risotto w

Vegan Mushroom Risotto Recipe

Mushroom risotto will always stay one of my favorite kinds of risotto. It is one of these dishes that I’ve experimented with countless times and where I’ve arrived at a favorite way of preparation that I am super happy with. This mushroom risotto is vegan […]

On a turquoise plate is a popsicle with a chocolate cap. Next to it is a pink napkin. Behind it is a large plate with a pile of the same popsicles, surrounded by fresh strawberries and pieces of banana.

Strawberry Popsicles

These strawberry popsicles will give you a moment of summer happiness! They are made with healthy ingredients and can be finished with chocolate icing. Delicious! It feels so good to have a stash of homemade popsicles in the freezer – give them a try on […]

The vegan strawberry cake presented on the pink wooden base. There are some strawberries and blueberries around.

Vegan Strawberry Cake

This vegan strawberry cake is healthy and delicious. It has a crunchy muesli-like oatmeal-nut base, a fruity strawberry cream, and lots of fresh fruit as a topping. This cake can be enjoyed deliciously chilled from the fridge – a dream for a warm summer day. […]