Last weekend I had my first barbecue of the season in my new home. It was a slightly belated birthday celebration with a few friends, good food, and plenty of laughter. Well, I say I had a barbecue, but the grilling was mostly done my friend Joe, who kept the barbecue busy with mici, sausages, […]
I’ve been thinking for a long time to write about “mamaliga”, this staple of the Romanian cuisine. But I’ve always delayed it because, even if it’s such a humble traditional dish, is so embedded into us, Romanians, that any way I’d explain the recipe, would create controversy. This is because no mamaliga is the same. […]
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 […]
I have always loved the Romanian potato salad. In Romanian it is called “Salata Orientala”, which translates as “oriental salad”. But trust me, there is nothing oriental in this delicious dish, just amazing flavours. The Romanian potato salad recipe below is my version of this dish, and the way I like best. As always, there […]
Our journey around the cuisine of Romania has brought us to what are the most popular side dishes that you will find in restaurants, or that you may want to cook at home. In this article, we will take a closer look at some of the most popular Romanian side dishes, showcasing the ingredients and […]
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, […]