1. A little love note for you
If you’re looking for something special to prepare for this year’s upcoming Valentine’s Day, this is your sign. These Cherry Pie Love Notes will be a delightful treat—whether you make it for yourself or for loved ones!
𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗥𝗬 𝗣𝗜𝗘 𝗟𝗢𝗩𝗘 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗘
𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦
2 pie crusts (either homemade or store-bought)
1/2 cup strawberry jam
Canned cherry pie filling (optional)
Egg wash (1 beaten egg mixed with 1 tbs water)
Sugar for sprinkling
𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦
1. Preheat oven to 375F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. On a lightly floured surface, roll out 1 pie crust. Using a paring knife, cut out long diamond shapes, about 4" on each side. Transfer diamonds to the baking sheet. Reroll extra dough to make more diamonds.
2. Fill the center of each diamond with a very small dollop of strawberry filling. Fold three of the corners into the center so that the dough looks like an open envelope. Press down lightly on dough to seal. Use a small heart cookie cutter to stamp out remaining dough into hearts, and place a heart in the center of each.
3. Brush envelopes with egg wash and sprinkle with sugar. Bake until envelopes are golden, about 15 minutes.
4. Optional: put a few cherries on the envelope before baking
From @dianemorrisey
2. If you’re on the hunt for the prettiest bakeries in London, look no further than Peggy Porschen
Offering sweet and tempting edible works of art fit for special occasions, their menu comprises of creative cupcakes, fancy cakes, and other delightful treats!
While its Belgravia branch is closed, its Chelsea branch is currently open for takeaway, collection and local delivery
From @helloomelissa
3. A matcha made in heaven. Where else can you get the fluffiest pancakes in Japan?
How heavenly are these fluffy pancakes topped with matcha sauce and white chocolate?
At Tsubaki Salon in Ginza, you can sink your teeth in irresistible Japanese pancakes that come in a variety of flavors. Whether you love matcha, chocolate, or strawberry, their selection of tasty delights will surely perk up your day
From @ayumax666
4. Anybody adopting the vegan lifestyle way past May?
This extra creamy hummus that’s both delicious and filling is too good to resist, and is a great addition to your list of vegan recipes!
Comment below if you’ll try making this at home.
𝗘𝗫𝗧𝗥𝗔 𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗠𝗬 𝗖𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗖 𝗛𝗨𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗦
𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦
2 cans (15 oz cans) of organic chickpeas (drain one can and reserve water from the second can)
1/2 to 1 cup good quality tahini (add 1 cup for extra creamy and less for a thicker consistency)
Juice from one large lemon
Chickpea juice from the can
3-4 cloves of garlic
1-2 tsp salt (adjust to your taste)
1 tsp pepper
𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦
1. Blend everything in a blender until smooth and creamy.
2. Plate the hummus in a shallow bowl, decorate with chopped purple onions, roasted chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, parsley, lemon wedges, and crushed red pepper.
3. Enjoy with warm pita bread
From @naturallyzuzu
5. Good morning! How does breakfast at Gili Lankanfushi, a top-tier resort in Maldives, sound?
Only a short 20-minute boat ride from the capital of the Maldives, this luxurious stay will make you feel like kings and queens during all meals
From @iamtravelr
6. Weekend at home with us, we indulges in affogato while dreaming of sun-drenched Italian beaches
An Italian coffee-based dessert, affogato means “drowned” in Italian or “drowned in coffee”. The dessert consists of cold gelato or ice cream that’s drowned by piping hot espresso
Is it cool or warm where you are at the moment? What dessert has been on your mind lately?
From @bei.bei.wei
7. Crazy for crêpes! Take a look at this: Cinnamon crêpes with roasted bananas and blackberries
Whether served with a plethora of fillings or kept basic with two ingredients at most, these thin and delicate French-style pancakes hold endless possibilities
From @ari_goes_to_wonderland
8. Looking to level up your brownie game? We got your back
Vegan and packed with flavor, this easy recipe is too good to miss out on. The medley of dark chocolate and raspberries is absolutely exquisite, too!
Serve it warm with a delightful scoop of vanilla ice cream—because really, life is too short not to. Bookmark this and leave a comment if you’ll try this out at home!
𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗬 𝗩𝗘𝗚𝗔𝗡 𝗥𝗔𝗦𝗣𝗕𝗘𝗥𝗥𝗬 𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗕𝗥𝗢𝗪𝗡𝗜𝗘𝗦
𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦
(Serves 8)
1 tub of vegan vanilla cashew ice cream
2 tbsp (14g) chia seeds, ground
6 tbsp water (90g) water
1/4 cup (65g) vegan butter
3/4 cup (130g) brown sugar
1/2 cup (125g / 125ml) almond or soy milk
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 cup (132g) plain flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup (60g) dutch pressed cacao
1/4 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups raspberries, divided
𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦
1. Preheat oven to 180, and grease a 20cm square tin. Sprinkle half the berries and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, make chia eggs. Melt butter, milk, and sugar in a saucepan, then cool to room temp. Pour into chia egg with vanilla, and combine well.
3. Sift in dry ingredients and add salt. Fold together, add remaining berries and fold through
From
9. Feast your eyes on this irresistible Roasted Cheesecake
Insanely luscious, rich, and sweet, this dessert offered by ZeCT by Lm in Tokyo is well worth the commute. Witnessing it being torched right in front of you makes it all the more mouthwatering, too.
ZeCT by Lm is an Italian restaurant that’s 1-minute walk from Exit B6 of Ogawamachi Station. Bookmark this for your future Tokyo food adventures!
From @ayumax666
10. Bite-sized chocolates = happiness
With a soft chewy layer of salty rich butter caramel topped with dark chocolate ganache, these Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramels will instantly perk up your day. Enrobed in a tempered chocolate shell and sprinkled with extra sea salt flakes, it’s difficult to resist this sweet temptation
From @scientifically.sweet
11. How’s your tortilla wrap game going?
If you love your wraps filling, fruity, and sweet, this is a sign for you to try making this at home! What’s more is that it’s easy to make and vegan, too
𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗔 𝗪𝗥𝗔𝗣 𝗗𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗧
𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦
1 whole grain tortilla
2 tablespoons hazelnut spread
1 teaspoon desiccated coconut
1/2 cup sliced strawberries
2 tablespoons peanut butter
1 teaspoon chia seeds
1/2 banana, sliced
From @cook.vegetarian
12. Ice, ice, baby! Ever dined in an ice bar? Well, now you’ll have to bookmark this place, at Canada
During the holiday season, Fairmont Chateau Hotel Lake Louise features an outdoor ice bar that’s open from 12PM to 4PM. Coffee, hot chocolate with or without liquors, and a selection of wines are offered in this cool spot with views of soaring mountains
From @lindsaysilb
13. If unique cafés are your cup of tea, Forever Rose Cafe is just the spot for you. At Dubai
A must-try is their Umm Ali, a filling Egyptian dessert similar to bread pudding
From @elona
14. In the mood for love? This stunning setup fares well as a romantic escape. At Santorini, Greece
Santorini sets the scene for memorable dining spots, with its mesmerizing sunset views, white-washed villages, and dramatic ocean landscapes. Who did you think of while watching this?
From @momentsofgregory
15. Layers of cheesy goodness with a hefty serving of savory beef—the classic four-cheese lasagna is too good to resist
Bookmark this to make it at home or tag a friend you want to try making this recipe with! What's your favorite kind of pasta? We'd love to know!
𝗙𝗢𝗨𝗥-𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗘𝗦𝗘 𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗔𝗚𝗡𝗔 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗠𝗘𝗔𝗧 𝗦𝗔𝗨𝗖𝗘
(Serves 6)
𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦
𝘓𝘢𝘴𝘢𝘨𝘯𝘢
1 package oven ready lasagna noodles
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 container ricotta cheese
1/4 cup Italian parsley, chopped
1 egg, beaten
1 package shredded mozzarella
1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1 cup grana padano, freshly grated
𝘔𝘦𝘢𝘵 𝘚𝘢𝘶𝘤𝘦
1 package lean ground beef
Splash of dry red wine
1 tsp sugar
1 can tomato sauce (or crushed tomatoes)
1 clove garlic, chopped
Salt + pepper
𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦
1. Preheat oven to 350F degrees. Add 2 tbsp olive oil to a large baking dish.
2. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil & chopped garlic in a medium sauce pan over medium heat. Add in ground beef and tomato sauce. Add in sugar, salt & pepper and a splash of dry wine. Turn the heat to a low simmer and let simmer for 1 hour.
3. In a medium bowl, mix together ricotta, 1 beaten egg, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan, salt & pepper and parsley.
4. Cover the bottom of a large baking dish with a thin layer of the meat sauce. Cover with 3 noodles placed side-by-side. Top with 1/4 cup of the ricotta cheese mixture, and 1/2 cup of tomato sauce. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese, Parmesan & grana padano. Repeat to make 2 more layers. For the last layer, add parsley on top.
5. Bake covered for 35-40 minutes. For the last minutes uncover lasagna and bake. Remove from oven and let sit for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
From @everything_delish
16. Lovely breakfast in this charming corner in Bali
Sound on for the most satisfying nature sounds!
Nirjhara is a luxury resort surrounded by a beautiful river and verdant rice fields. Their cuisine pays tribute to Bali’s rich and eclectic heritage, offering a fresh take on Balinese classics with contemporary Western fare
From @hendrickhartono
17. Open-air jacuzzi + a fresh spread + breathtaking views of Cappadocia = perfection
If you're on the lookout for the most picturesque dining spots and stays in Turkey, bookmark this to take note!
Taskonaklar Hotel Cappadocia is ideally situated in Uchisar—one of the city's most popular locales. Not only does it take pride in luxurious cave rooms, but they also serve quality Turkish food that’s delicious, filling, and fresh
From @tiebowtie
18. That oozing caramelized sugar. Bookmark this recipe to try making it at home
This Filipino delicacy is called “Bibingkang Malagkit”, made of glutinous rice, coconut milk, and sugar. Usually eaten as a snack or dessert, it's perfectly sweet and chewy
𝗕𝗜𝗕𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗞𝗔𝗡𝗚 𝗠𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗚𝗞𝗜𝗧
"𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐨 𝐑𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐮𝐭"
𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦
1. Prepare the glutinous rice (3/4 kilo) as if you are cooking regular rice. Add pandan leaves and a pinch of salt to taste.
2. While waiting for the glutinous rice to cook, prepare the next step. Pour 1 cup of coconut milk (fresh or in tetra pack) in a cooking pan. Add preferred amount of white sugar (1/2 cup-1 cup). Transfer the cooked glutinous rice from the rice cooker to the pan. Mix and stir over low fire until your preferred consistency.
3. Once desired consistency is achieved, transfer to a container with banana leaves as base and then flatten the mixture using a spatula.
4. The next step is to make the toppings. Pour 1 cup of coconut milk in the pan. Add preferred amount of brown sugar (we used 1/2 kg). Stir for 10-15 minutes until mixture is caramelized.
5. After preferred consistency is achieved, pour caramel mixture onto the sticky rice and flatten the mixture. Heat in oven for 20 minutes (240 F).
6. Remove from oven, slice, and serve. Enjoy!
From @thefoodadvenchers @kitchenmomph
19. The tortilla trend with a twist!
This Crispy Tofu Katsu in a Nori Sheet is layered with sushi rice, veggies, avocado, vegan cheddar, vegan mayo, homemade vegan katsu sauce, sesame seeds, and fried onions. To get rice at the top and bottom (like an onigirazu), rice is placed in both squares to the right.
Sit back and watch how it's made! Will you try making this at home?
𝗖𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗣𝗬 𝗧𝗢𝗙𝗨 𝗞𝗔𝗧𝗦𝗨 𝗜𝗡 𝗔 𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗜 𝗦𝗛𝗘𝗘𝗧
𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦
𝘊𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘱𝘺 𝘛𝘰𝘧𝘶 𝘒𝘢𝘵𝘴𝘶
(can be air-fried or pan-fried):
1 block (14 oz / 400 g) extra firm tofu, pressed and drained
1/3 cup (0.8 dl) all-purpose flour mixed with 1/2 tsp white pepper & 1/2 tsp salt
2/3 cup (1.6 dl) panko bread crumbs (substitute with other bread crumbs if you don’t have panko)
1/3 cup (0.8 dl) plant based cooking cream or milk
+ high smoke point veg. oil for brushing or shallow-frying
𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦
1. Pat dry tofu with clean kitchen towel and cut in 1 cm slices, pat dry the slices.
2. Place flour mixture, panko bread crumbs and cream/milk in three separate shallow bowls.
3. First coat tofu well in flour, then dip in the cream/milk and finally cover with bread crumbs. If air-frying: place in freezer safe container, make sure they don’t touch each other and freeze for 2 hours or overnight. (Skip freezer step if you are pan-frying them, just shallow-fry in pan at once.)
4. Remove from freezer, brush all sides with oil and air-fry at 390 F / 200 C for 25-30 minutes, check on them halfway and flip.
From @legallyplantbased
20. The Caviar and Uni Tart of your dreams, at Hong Kong
This heavenly tart is an iconic pairing of creamy Hokkaido sea urchin and Cristal caviar—with celeriac whipped cream on a crispy buckwheat tart shell and finished with a light beurre blanc sauce!
This dish is part of 2-star restaurant Écriture’s 5-Course Caviar Menu by Chef Maxime Gilbert. It's the perfect set menu to treat your special someone with
From @indulgenteats
21. The most incredible “hot pocket” you will ever eat. At Sultan Grill, Sweden
If you’re craving Turkish food in Sweden, the Sultan Grill will fulfill all your gastronomic desires
From @ahmadalhumsi93
22. The most stunning lakeside view. At Lake Issyk, Kazakhstan. Who else wishes they were starting their morning like this?
If you’re looking for a unique dining experience in Kazakhstan, make sure to pay a visit to Lake Issyk, a gorgeous lake known for its dazzling turquoise waters. It sets the scene for a fantastic picnic—best shared with loved ones!
When was the last time you had a meal with a view?
From @vkadre_kz
23. We don’t want to sound cheesy, but burrata is one of the best food creations in the world
Check out how that cream overflows
At MuMu MOZZARELLA, Tokyo, you can sink your teeth in the most delicious and indulgent cheese offerings. If you happen to find yourself exploring Tokyo, this cheese specialty store in Omotesando is a must-visit!
From @ayumax666
24. Where magical moments happen, at Turkey
In a secluded area among pine forests, this cozy nook in Perdue Hotel is arguably one of the best places to dine in with your special someone.
Besides its delicious Mediterranean cuisine, its seafront location and private beach make it an excellent stay, too. Tell us about the most romantic meal you've had
From @leisuretravellers
25. Winters may be bleak and freezing, but a hearty breakfast sure keeps us warm and toasty, at Zermatt, Switzerland
Isn’t this a spread you’d love to wake up to?
Grand Hotel Zermatterhof is a luxury hotel tucked in a central yet tranquil location in Zermatt, Switzerland. It features three restaurants: the Alpine Gourmet Prato Borni, the Brasserie Lusi, and the Käsestübli saycheese. You’ll be spoiled for choice with the dining options here available
What are the best breakfast-with-a-view spots in Switzerland?
From @sennarelax