The most classic of Romanian cakes are those delicious little bites that you find in the confectionery shops. Growing up, going to the confectionery shop and having to have a cake was an often occurrence. In fact, confectionary shops played a very important role in the social life of the country. It wasn’t just parents […]
Traditional Romanian food is hearty and full of flavour. The most common protein used in Romanian cuisine is pork, which is present in a lot of traditional dishes. Whilst Romanian food might not be in any of the top cuisines of the world, I can assure you that once you try it, you will want […]
Papanasi is one of my favourite Romanian desserts. They are also some of the most popular on the menus of the traditional Romanian restaurants around the country. Whilst making Romanian papanasi might seem complicated, you will be surprised to know that it is actually very, very easy. This papanasi recipe is decadent and delicious, and […]
This Romanian Diplomat Cake Recipe reminds me of many happy winters. For me, this is a winter cake. I used to make it for New Year’s Eve, when I used to live with my grandma during uni. It’s a simple cake to make, that back then, I used to build inside a pot. Once cooled […]
A couple of weeks ago I caught a nasty cold so I decided to make myself the Romanian chicken soup. This is a warming soup full of nutrients that we usually eat in winter, or when we are feeling poorly. I think it’s an international belief that chicken soup will make you feel better when […]
I’ve always loved the Romanian Lamb Soup, which is a special sour soup that is usually made for Easter. Lamb soup is a staple of the Easter dinner table, and it is usually only made and eaten on this special occasion. To celebrate Easter, most families in Romania will usually buy either half or an […]
If you were looking for a delicious side dish that will work with almost all of your main meals then I have the recipe for you. These Romanian Rustic Potatoes are very tasty and are simple to bring together. You have all of the comfort of fried potatoes with the warmth of paprika and Kaizer, […]
There will always be time for cake, don’t you think? A cake where you know it tastes amazing. A cake that you know you can whip up for a school bake sale and know will be a success. Or just one that will be perfect for your morning coffee. This Romanian Walnut Cake is exactly […]
I have always loved the Romanian aubergine salad, which was made so often by my mother and my grandmother. The aubergine salad is such a staple of the Romanian cuisine, and it is deep embedded into every local’s mind. It is actually the recipe that I cook most often that reminds me of home. I […]
Romanian cooking is full of flavour and is incredibly wholesome. When I think of some of the best dishes my mom made, this is one of the ones that springs to mind. Sour soups are very popular in Romania and this Ciorba de perisoare is one you will definitely want to try. In Romanian cuisine, […]