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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 […]

A seagrass mat lies on a white wooden base. In the foreground is a light gray bowl with two semolina balls with roasted hazelnuts. Half under the bowl is a patterned napkin. Behind it on the right is a white demitasse cup with a saucer and a silver spoon, filled with coffee. In the background is a light gray plate with more Semolina dumplings with roasted hazelnuts. A few hazelnuts are scattered around the place setting.

Semolina Dumplings (with Roasted Hazelnuts)

These little semolina dumplings like to swim in soups with lots of flavor – but not enough filling carbohydrates. You can add them to any soup, savory or sweet. In this recipe, the dumplings are slightly sweetened and have a layer of roasted hazelnuts, which […]

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 […]

On a bronze-colored background, a small patterned plate with a Halloween popsicle with pumpkin lies in the foreground. Next to it is a napkin printed with pumpkin motifs. Behind it is a larger plate with six more Halloween popsicles. Surrounded by slices of sliced Hokkaido pumpkin.

Pumpkin Popsicles (for Halloween)

Knock, knock ‘trick or treat’? This pumpkin popsicles are not for giving away at the door. But they make a great surprise dessert at a Halloween party or dinner. With the typical spices of pumpkin soup and a dash of orange flavor, this popsicle has […]

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 – […]

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 […]

Two bowls of Vegan Coconut Truffles with coconut flakes and almonds as garnishes

Vegan Coconut Truffles (Raffaelo-Inspired)

These vegan coconut truffles are a perfect gift or snack for yourself. They are easy to make and you only need a few ingredients. They are creamy, rich, coconutty, gluten-free, and delicious! Ingredients for making Vegan Coconut Truffles: This recipe is all about the coconut […]

A serving of cold silken tofu with sauce and toppings broken up with a spoon

Japanese Cold Silken Tofu Recipe

Cold, Japanese-style silken tofu is a perfect simple starter recipe. This dish is inspired from the Japanese recipe “Hiyayakko“. It takes no effort to prepare, and it is super satisfying to eat. A creamy, cold block of silken tofu served with a delicious umami sauce […]

Roasted young potatoes in the air fryer basket

Perfect Air-Fryer Potatoes

Who wouldn’t love some perfect potatoes? Crunchy on the outside, soft and creamy on the inside. These air-fryer potatoes are potato heaven. This preparation is as simple as this recipe is delicious. The small, fresh potatoes can go whole into the air fryer. You don’t […]