Recipes
Creamy pasta with shrimp and garlic
This creamy pasta with prawns and garlic is a flavourful dish that can be prepared in just 30 minutes. The combination of juicy prawns, Parmesan, lemon and Yakelos extra virgin olive oil creates a rich Mediterranean flavour.
Shakshuka recipe with eggs and spiced tomato sauce
Shakshuka is a flavourful one-pan dish made with eggs gently cooked in a rich tomato sauce with peppers, onion, garlic and aromatic spices. It is simple to prepare and suitable for breakfast, lunch or a light evening meal.
Shlada B’Zitoune: A Traditional Moroccan Olive Salad
Shlada B’Zitoune is a traditional Moroccan olive salad made with fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs, lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil. A colorful and refreshing dish that celebrates the simplicity of Mediterranean and North African cuisine.
Agliata: The Bold Garlic Sauce from Liguria with Ancient Roman Roots
Agliata is an ancient garlic sauce from Liguria with roots in Roman cuisine. Made with garlic, olive oil, breadcrumbs, and white wine vinegar, this bold emulsion has been enjoyed since the Middle Ages as a versatile accompaniment to meat, fish, and vegetables. Its simple ingredients, rich history, and robust flavour make agliata a timeless classic of Mediterranean cooking.
Greek Lemon Potatoes
Greek lemon potatoes (patátes lemonátes) are a simple yet flavorful oven dish where potatoes are slowly roasted in lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, and garlic. The result is tender, slightly caramelized potatoes with a bright Mediterranean flavor—an easy classic that can easily become the star of the table.
Buckwheat Groats Salad: A Healthy Eastern European Classic
Discover this unique, nutrient-dense salad featuring buckwheat groats (kasha), bowtie pasta, and oven-roasted mushrooms. Naturally gluten-free, protein-packed, and full of flavor!
Ensalada Mixta: The iconic Spanish salad
The ensalada mixta is the iconic salad of Spain. Although the base seems simple, this flexible dish has a rich history and countless regional variations. Discover the origins of this classic and how one simple dressing brings all these flavors together.
Crispy Chili Oil: The flavor sensation conquering your kitchen
In this blog post, you'll discover the rise of the 'crispy chili oil' trend. We discuss how this versatile Asian condiment has become indispensable in the modern kitchen, largely due to the influence of social media. You'll learn why using extra virgin olive oil provides a unique, smoother flavor profile, and we share a simple 'less is more' recipe. Whether you serve it on an authentic dumpling or (stubbornly) on a pizza, with this recipe you can easily make this crunchy topping yourself from now on.
Simple Salads from the Balkans: Pure, Fresh and Full of Flavor
Balkan cuisine is known for its simplicity and pure flavors. In this blog, you’ll discover how fresh, simple salads such as the Albanian Sallatë të Thjeshtë play an essential role in the culinary traditions of Southeast Europe, using minimal ingredients with maximum freshness.
Kupus Salata: A Simple Balkan Cabbage Salad
Kupus Salata is a simple and refreshing Balkan cabbage salad made with finely shredded white cabbage, vinegar, and oil. Known for its crisp texture and tangy flavor, it’s a perfect side dish that balances richer meals. With small regional variations, it remains a staple across the Balkans and a lighter alternative to classic coleslaw.
Moroccan Salad (Merk Hzina)
Merk Hzina is a traditional Moroccan-Jewish dish that can be served either as a summer salad or a winter soup. Originally made at the end of the week from leftover ingredients before visiting the souk, it combines tomatoes, peppers, celery, capers and preserved lemon into a bright, characterful dish rooted in tradition and seasonality.



















