Growing up in Romania, summer always meant one thing to me: an abundance of fruits, and apricots were one of them. Those golden, sun-kissed fruits would appear in markets and on trees, signalling the start of my favourite season. Their sweet-tart flavour and juicy texture were irresistible. I still remember sitting in my grandma’s garden, […]
I still remember those Saturday summer mornings, when I would wake up with the sweet smell of boiled strawberries engulfing my room. I still vividly remember those large, big, white pots, on the stove, with the bright red strawberries bubbling almost aggressively inside. The kitchen itself was an oven, that’s how hot it was. My […]
The other day I made a delicious peach cake and had quite a few fruits left. I was standing there, staring at all this fruit, when suddenly it hit me – kompot! It took me right back to my childhood in Romania. The memories just came flooding back, and I knew exactly what to do […]
Let me tell you about one of my all-time favourite summer treats from back home in Romania. It’s this amazing Romanian peach cake that takes me right back to my childhood every time I make it. In Romania, summer is a time for fruity cakes and desserts because we usually cook with whatever fruits and […]
This delicious Romanian tuna and sweetcorn salad recipe was introduced quite late in my life, by my grandma’s sister. She used to come and visit at least once a week, and many times I would find both of them in the kitchen, talking, when I could come back from uni. My grandma would always wait […]
Summers in Romania are very hot. Sometimes 40 degrees Celsius hot. And there’s nothing better for a light lunch on a hot day than a Romanian summer salad, which is extremely refreshing. This Romanian summer salad recipe is very versatile and you can adjust it to your taste. The only recommendation I have is to […]
The Romanian cucumber salad is a great summer side dish, often made to accompany grilled meats or chicken dishes. Sometimes, it is the best choice for a Romanian barbecue. Because the cucumber is mostly water, this salad makes for a wonderful refreshing option when the weather is hot – and summers in Romania can get really hot. This is a recipe from […]
This Romanian tomato salad recipe simply screams “summer”. It is a very simple but extremely flavourful recipe that highlights the natural sweetness and juiciness of ripe tomatoes. This was a classic side dish that I would eat every week during the hot summers in Romania, especially when made with tomatoes from the garden. You need really good quality tomatoes to achieve that mouthwatering taste that will leave you craving this salad pretty much every […]
Side Dishes, Traditional Romanian Dishes
A Guide To the Most Delicious Romanian Salads – With Recipes
In this article, I want to talk to you about the most delicious Romanian salads. In Romania, the term “salad” refers not just to a bowl of greens, but to other dishes that may be either spreads or dips. During the warm summer months, light and refreshing salads are popular, often made with seasonal vegetables and fresh herbs. These salads are […]
A couple of nights ago, talking to a friend about Romanian food, I came across the humble pork schnitzel. I couldn’t remember the last time I had one, but I got an instant craving for it. So I went to the shop, bought some pork chops, and returned home to make this delicious Romanian pork schnitzel recipe. This is one of those comfort […]