They look like normal chocolate chip cookies, but appearances can be deceiving. Anyone who does not like bananas should keep their distance. These Chewy Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies contain quite a few of those yellow thingies. We love them, though. They are chocolatey and banana-y – an absolutely brilliant combination in our opinion. For others, it might be a reason to run away. You never know…
We love cooking and eating dishes from all corners of the world. Of course, everyone has preferences here and there… we’re particularly fond of Asian and Arabic cuisine. Stir-fried noodle dishes (cooked in a wok), a table full of delicious mezze bowls, or maybe a larger »bowl«, aka. a Chicken Tajine with Veggies & Harissa Couscous – all welcome here, and all truly delicious! ;)
When summer is hot (it does happen from time to time here in Berlin), it’s nice to be able to »bake« something without having to turn on the oven. No-bake cakes are simply perfect on hot days. This Ice Box Cake with Damson Plums & Biscoff Cookies is the perfect candidate and the answer to all your sweet summer dreams. No baking required, only a few simple ingredients, and a real eye-catcher – without doing much in the kitchen. ;)
Today we got a gnocchi dish that’s a bit different – instead of a savory meal, we have prepared a sweet dessert using simple potato gnocchi. Delicious Sweet Gnocchi with Damson Plum & Apple Compote. We also call it Gnocchi »Schmarrn« in honor of the classic Austrian dessert »Kaiserschmarrn« everybody knows. The two desserts are not really related, but close friends, let’s say it like that. ;P
In summer, you’ll find a few zucchini plants in almost every veggie garden. They’re a staple for many gardeners. Why? Well, the plants are quite easy to grow and usually very productive. Gardeners love it when their hard labor is rewarded with a nice and lush harvest. We’ve had good results in the past with our small raised bed on the terrace. Maybe not enough to make these Stuffed Zucchini with Mediterranean Rice for a whole family, but it’s normally enough for the two of us at home. ;P
Fresh Mung bean sprouts are a crunchy, nutrient-rich addition to many dishes. You can find them in many supermarket – but when you grow them at home, they are cheaper and fresher than anything you can buy in a store. We’ve written a short guide on how to grow them at home, super easy and without much effort. Everything you need to know from choosing the right beans to harvesting and the proper storage of the small sprouts.
I love my job, but in between I love to bake and try new things in the kitchen. A lot of my friends and colleagues encourage me to bake - for a very simple reason: they get the leftovers - and it seems they like it most of the time ;) 
