Explore Food, a flavorful addition to ‘Outings’. From hotspots and restaurant reviews to cookbook recommendations, recipes, and cooking workshops. Enhance your culinary adventures with my tasty tips!
Vegetable Garden in April 2024. Spring is in full swing, and my vegetable garden is slowly coming to life. After an intensive month of March, in which I prepared and readied my garden, I am now looking forward to what April has to offer and what is yet to come. With a solid garden plan and a focus on efficiency and growth, I am ready for a new season full of fresh vegetables and herbs.
Yay! After four years I finally have a vegetable garden again. My fingers may not be as green as before, but I’m eager to get started. It’s March, so the sowing season is just around the corner. Before I get my hands dirty, though, I need to make a solid plan first.
It’s Chinese New Year, which means celebration and, of course, delicious food! For this special occasion, I have a simple yet delightful Budget Vegan recipe for Spiced Noodle Soup. It comes from the cookbook Budget Vegan in 30 Minutes by Saskia Sidey, for which I’ve written a cookbook review on ‘Proef het Verre Oosten’.
For pancake enthusiasts, there is a special place in the heart of Groningen: Blue Bananas Pancake Café. Here, pancakes are not just served casually; they are genuine American pancakes. These small, airy delights are a true pleasure for the lover of American pancakes. At Blue Bananas, they are not only baked with care but also presented in an artistic manner.
Paneer Butter Masala is a delightful autumn dish that highlights the versatility of seasonal vegetables. You can choose from root vegetables like celeriac and carrots, or experiment with pumpkin and sweet potatoes. These vegetables are combined with creamy cubes of homemade paneer, a sauce made from soaked cashews and pureed tomatoes, enriched with ghee. The paneer absorbs the flavors and adds a creamy texture to the dish, making every bite a delight.
Panir, a versatile Indian cheese commonly used in Vedic cuisine, adds a delightful flavor to a wide range of dishes. From mild to spicy, from appetizers to desserts, this fresh cheese can be enjoyed in many ways. While Panir is readily available in health food stores and other venues, making it yourself is not only more enjoyable but also surprisingly easy. Here’s how you can prepare your own delicious Panir at home, a flavorful addition to your culinary creations!
With the arrival of autumn, the world around us undergoes a transformation. Leaves change colors and temperatures drop. Did you know that this season offers a unique opportunity to adjust your diet? Recently, I attended the workshop “Ayurvedic Cooking in Autumn” by Silvia de Haas. In this article, I’d like to share my insights on how Ayurvedic cooking in autumn can contribute to a balanced well-being.
In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, we often forget how important it is to take a moment to truly unwind. Thankfully, there’s an ancient Japanese ritual that can help us shed the stresses and connect with nature: Shinrin Yoku, also known as forest bathing. I decided to experience this unique ritual in the beautiful Roozendaalse forest, immersing myself and allowing my senses to be awakened in this serene setting. Guiding us through this forest bathing session is the inspiring Vianne Haalboom, a personal growth coach with a deep love for nature.
At Flower Burger in Amsterdam, it’s all about color and flavor. Yellow buns, seasoned with turmeric, and black buns, colored with vegetable carbon, are just a few of the vibrant options available. During my recent visit to Flower Burger in Amsterdam, I had the pleasure of trying some of their signature creations, including the Magik Flavour, Margherose Pizza, Patatas Buenas, the irresistible Coco Ciok, and to top it all off, I couldn’t resist the fiery Spicy Chickpea Hot Temptation. In this blog post, I’ll take you on my culinary journey to Flower Burger in Amsterdam.
Do you love pancakes? Would you also like to eat as many pancakes as you want, while enjoying the beautiful skyline of Rotterdam? Then sail with the Pancake Boat Rotterdam, a pleasant cruise on the Nieuwe Maas where you can eat unlimited Dutch pancakes to your heart’s content.