Recipes Inspired by Travel

Lavender fudgesicles. The image shows a dark chocolate lavender fudgesicle with a bite taken out of it. In the background there is a weathered gray stockade fence and yellow flowers in the foreground. It's a sunny day.

Lavender Fudgesicles: Nostalgia Grows Up

Let’s get nostalgic and make fudgesicles! This super-easy, small-batch recipe kicks things up a notch with lavender for a decidedly adult twist on the classic treat. A singular ice cream cone at my favorite shop in Split inspired this recipe. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning that I get a commission if you take advantage of the offer (thank you!).
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Pomegranates at Split's Green Market helped to inspire Spiced Pomegranate Sorbet

Spiced Pomegranate Sorbet: An Homage to My Travels in the Balkans

Inspired by all of the gorgeous pomegranates I encountered in my Balkan travels, Spiced Pomegranate Sorbet is as delicious as it is beautiful. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning that I get a commission if you take advantage of the offer (thank you!).
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How to Open a Pomegranate: Using a simple method, I opened a pomegranate and removed the arils into a bowl without making a mess

How to Open a Pomegranate without Destroying Your Kitchen

Pomegranates are beautiful, healthy, delicious fruits. Opening them can do a number on your kitchen. I learned a foolproof way to open a pomegranate on a farm near Split, Croatia, and I thought I’d share it with you. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning that I get a commission if you take advantage of the offer (thank you!).
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a cup of Kuhano vino (Croatian Mulled wine) in a Advent U Zagreb cup with christmas lights in the background

Kuhano Vino: Get in the Holiday Spirit with Croatian Mulled Wine

When the weather outside gets frightful, warm up with a cup of Kuhano Vino (Croatian mulled wine). Perfectly spiced, not too heavy, and a cinch to make, this festive wintry treat is sure to make it into your holiday (or, you know, February) rotation. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning that I get a commission if you take advantage of the offer (thank you!).
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Pan-Fried Gnocchi with Mushrooms and Spinach

Pan-Fried Gnocchi with Mushrooms and Spinach

If your Airbnb has a hotplate and a frying pan, you can make this one-pan dish that’s easy, filling, and just a teensy-tiny bit elevated. It’s good enough to make at home, too! This post may contain affiliate links, meaning that I get a commission if you take advantage of the offer (thank you!).
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Travel Cooking: Back-Pocket Recipes & Tiny Airbnb Kitchens

Sometimes when we travel, we make tradeoffs. For this leg of my trip, I traded the convenience of a full kitchen for a killer view in an ideal location. I’ve accepted the challenge, and I’m improvising with back-pocket recipes like my Lemony Carrot Soup with Dill.
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