When we talk about Lo Mein, we’re not actually describing a recipe, but rather a method of preparation that has evolved differently around the world. Under the tag ‘China’, we have already introduced a range of dishes from this vast…
Wiener Saftgulasch
The Viennese Saftgulasch – what you might call a Viennese beef goulash – is something else entirely. Anyone who savours a Viennese goulash in the exceptionally beautiful city of Vienna, in one of those old pubs where time seems to…
Sauerbraten
Sauerbraten is one of the (relatively few) German dishes that can be clearly identified as belonging to this cuisine and is known internationally. Anyone who has ever eaten it when prepared properly will understand why: the most tender braised meat,…
Beijing Beef
Under the tag “China” we have already presented a number of dishes from this vast country with its many different cuisines. However, there is also a huge diaspora in which Chinese dishes or their culinary influences are developing in other…
Yakiudon
When you think of udon noodles, you often think of broth, but yakiudon is the opposite: fried and hearty from the pan. And that’s exactly why it’s so popular in Japan: as a quick meal or an improvised dinner made…
Patty melt
There aren’t many reasons to voluntarily engage with the United States these days, given its bitter present. But perhaps that’s all the more reason to engage with its past. With gritted teeth, we hereby present our preparation of a patty…
Boeuf Bourguignon
For many, the hardest part of Boeuf Bourguignon is learning how to spell it. Admittedly, cooking it is no walk in the park either. But if you follow the instructions here, you’re sure to succeed in making this classic French…
Pastitsio
The recipes in this blog are primarily written for our NextGens, who are currently studying. A dish like this one is extremely practical, especially if you want to cook for a shared apartment or a large number of guests. The…
Pasta alla Genovese
Neapolitan cuisine has a character all its own, as can be seen in dishes such as pasta e patate. That’s right, pasta with potatoes. It tastes divine. Outside Italy, however, this cuisine often seems to be less well known. While…
Keema
The word “keema” means “minced meat” in both Hindi and Urdu and in India it is usually prepared with lamb or goat. We choose a mixture of lamb and beef, but beef alone also makes an extremely aromatic curry. As…
