For me, this basil and olive oil cake is the definition of summer. It had been a while since I was thinking of incorporating this herb into a cake, seeing how it pairs so nicely with fruits in desserts. The result is subtle and extremely delicious. Plus it is not too heavy which is perfectContinue reading “Basil and olive oil cake”
Category Archives: Summer
Watermelon gazpacho
Who doesn’t love gazpacho on a hot summer day ? Here is a recipe with a sweet & salty twist. For the toppings, I added some crumbled feta which pairs deliciously with the sweetness of the watermelon. Ingredients (serves 4) For the gazpacho :– 750g of watermelon flesh– 220g of tomatoes– 75g of peeled cucumber–Continue reading “Watermelon gazpacho”
Labneh with roasted cherry tomatoes
I discovered labneh not so long ago and have completely fell in love with it. It’s a delicious (and healthier) alternative to cream cheese plus it’s so easy to make. Traditionally, this middle eastern yogurt cheese is served as a dip topped with a bit of olive oil and za’atar (a mix of spices andContinue reading “Labneh with roasted cherry tomatoes”