Valentine’s Day Cupcakes

Valentine’s Day Cupcakes

Love is in the air today! It’s that time of year again when hearts and flowers are everywhere.  I have sailed four times on the fantastic yacht Windstar Cruises and loved the smaller ship atmosphere. Here’s a quick and easy recipe, from Windstar’s Executive Corporate...
Jamaican Eggnog

Jamaican Eggnog

This isn’t your run-of-the-mill traditional eggnog but delicious Jamaican eggnog or as some people like to call it Caribbean eggnog.  Y’all know anything from the Caribbean just tastes better! With the holiday season right around the corner, it’s time to start making...
Greek Salad

Greek Salad

Any meal is incomplete without a Greek Salad, known as ‘Horiatiki’ or ‘Xoriatiki’ by the locals. Sticking a cold fork into this mix of cucumber, tomatoes, red onions, feta, oregano and black olives is the most refreshing (and healthy) way to cool off from the sun....
Salade Niçoise

Salade Niçoise

This salad’s name, pronounced “sah LAHD nee SWAHZ,” reflects its origin of Nice, France. The ingredients—particularly tomatoes, capers and olives—also harken back to the flavors of sunny Provence. Enjoy this hearty salad, substantial enough by itself for a lunch or...
Croatian Bread

Croatian Bread

The memory that will remind me of Croatia is the bread.  It is absolutely scrumptious and a favourite of travellers and Croatians alike. Kruh ispod peke  (Bread Under the Lid) Kruh ispod peke is a traditional Croatian method of preparing bread under the lid (peka)....
Five Recipes to Transport You Around the Globe

Five Recipes to Transport You Around the Globe

For many, one of the best parts of travelling is treating your palette to international cuisine. From the spice markets of India to the pasta of Italy, food it a huge part of the travel experience. If you’re craving the flavours of the world, why not create your own...