Sweet and Spicy Chicken wings and Smashed Potatoes

Crispy, sweet and spicy, the following chicken wings and smashed potatoes are just perfect for a summer lunch.

Turkey Burgers with Halloumi Cheese and Herbs

If you follow this blog for a while, you know by now that I hardly ever use store bought ground meat, and always prefer to grind it a home. However, as fresh turkey legs/thighs were not available for the turkey burgers I’ve had in mind, I went with the next best option: ground dark turkey meat from a local farm.

Shrimps, Flowering Chives and Rice Flour Fritters

When I saw a bunch of flowering chives at the store, it immediately drew my attention. Smelling the flowers, I was expecting, probably due to their lavender color, that they would have a sweet floral smell. However, to my surprise, they had fresh onion scent, similar to that of the chives. I later learned that the flowers are edible and can be used in the same way chives is used.

Belgian Endive, Apple and Blue Cheese Dressing

This post is not about a recipe per se, but more about how to create different looking dishes by using the very same ingredients.