Dal Makhani and a Curry Pot Luck

Dal Makhani Yikes!  Earlier in the day, rushing to finish this post before joining my sister-in-law for a much-anticipated Peruvian lunch, I...

Playing with Dukkah--Bread and Soup!

 Turkish Lentil Soup with Yogurt and Dukkah Playing with Dukkah --Bread and Soup! by Victoria Challancin I am a play baby.  I really am.  I ...

Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Parmesan and Warm Cider Vinaigrette

Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Parmesan and Warm Cider Vinaigrette by Victoria Challancin Before I launch into this wonderful reci...

Christmas Love and a German Chocolate Cake

Christmas Love and a German Chocolate Cake by Victoria Challancin  Every year we celebrate our most important holidays, Thanksgiving and Chr...

Jamaican Carrot Soup with Pear Relish and Fried Plantains

 Jamaican Carrot Soup with Pear Relish and Fried Plantain Chips Jamaican Carrot Soup with Pear Relish and Fried Plantains by Victoria Challa...