Quince season is here, and it’s the perfect time to make this delicious and easy homemade quince jam. This recipe includes a sugar-free option for those who prefer a healthier treat. Homemade quince jam is one of the best ways to preserve these beautiful, fragrant autumn fruits. In this post, I’ll share my favourite recipe…
Membrillo, quince cheese, kitnikez – just a few names for a beloved European sweet treat made from quinces. If you grew up in a quince-growing region, chances are you or someone you know has a cherished family recipe for homemade membrillo. Membrillo, or quince paste, is the ultimate autumnal indulgence. It’s like a chewy, fruity…
Join me on a culinary journey to discover the exciting world of hoshigaki. This traditional Japanese treat is made in a slow air-drying process that transforms persimmons into a sweet, caramel-like perfection. Also known as Japanese dried persimmon, hoshigaki is a true delicacy that requires patience and a bit of craftsmanship to achieve its unique…
Ready to set your tastebuds on fire with something super delicious and spicy? Look no further because this homemade habanero salsa recipe is a must-try! Made with red bell peppers and apples, this habanero salsa is the perfect combination of sweet, savoury and spicy. The amount of habanero peppers in the recipe can be adjusted…
Black sesame paste is a popular culinary ingredient in Japanese and other East Asian cuisines. It can be used in various sweets or savoury dishes. Nowadays, since this ingredient gained popularity outside of Asia too, black sesame desserts can be found in many restaurants worldwide. In this article, I included a simple recipe for a…
Every autumn I end up with way more homegrown heirloom apples than I can eat. One of my favourite ways to preserve some of those delicious apples is making applesauce. In this article I will show you a really simple, foolproof recipe for a healthy homemade applesauce without added sugar. This homemade applesauce recipe only…
In these late summer and early autumn days, I like to preserve some of the delicious seasonal fruits by making different kinds of jams. Sterilising the glass jars properly is an important step in the storage of such homemade jams. The better you sterilise the jars, the longer your jam will last outside of the…