Global Table Adventure | 2013 February

Recipe: Coconut Curd | Kaya

February 8, 2013 By Sasha Martin 12 Comments

Singapore is a true melting pot. In every kitchen, you'll find time honored traditions from around the world, especially India, China, Malaysia, and Europe. Today's recipe, Kaya, belies the British influence on the islands. Think tea time and crumpets. But Asian-style. Here's the skinny: Kaya is Coconut Curd. Curd is a spread that's thickened with egg yolks... In this sense, Kaya is just like Britain's much adored lemon curd, but with the hauntingly addictive flavor of rich, velvety … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia, Breakfast, Fun Friday, Gluten Free Adaptable, International Recipes, Sasha's Favorite Recipes, Sauces & Dressings, Singapore, Sweets, Vegetarian

Recipe: Singapore’s Beloved “Chicken Rice”

February 7, 2013 By Sasha Martin 18 Comments

The minute Anthony Bourdain said he got boo'd in Singapore over Chicken Rice, I knew the recipe had edged out all other contenders for a place on our Singaporean Global Table. It's true - when the world-renowned food star admitted that, after 7 visits, not only did he not have a favorite Chicken Rice joint, but that he'd never even taken a bite of this national favorite, the apparent transgression was enough to send the crowd in an uproar. I can't even imagine. Talk about food love. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia, International Recipes, Poultry, Rice, Singapore, Technique Thursday

Menu: Singapore

February 6, 2013 By Sasha Martin 4 Comments

"Where there is a sea, there are pirates." Proverb from Singapore The funny thing about cooking food from a food lover's paradise, like Singapore, is that I expected the food to be complicated, full of obscure steps and hair-pulling finesse. Food pirates, so to speak. But there wasn't one in sight. Perhaps Singapore is a food lover's paradise in every sense, even for the cooks, because this menu is not only simple, but benefits from just a few odd or more involved steps (like dipping a hot … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia, Menu Wednesday, Singapore

About the food of Singapore

February 5, 2013 By Sasha Martin 9 Comments

Imagine a land of sparkling skyscrapers built in a land so humid that, if you shut your eyes, you could almost feel the rain forest drip down onto your cheeks. This is Singapore, a slick, modern, island nation known for her diverse population, epitomized by an astounding four official languages (Chinese, English, Malay, and Tamil). Where once towering jungle stood, glass and steel now touch the sky. If you're looking for sprawling nature, you'll have to spread out a little, and explore her … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia, Singapore, Travel Tuesday

Monday Meal Review: Sierra Leone

February 4, 2013 By Sasha Martin 11 Comments

Hi Friends! This week we're trying something new with our weekly video, combining Ava's Corner with a brief review from me. I'm a little camera shy, so I thought I'd do something a little silly, like sit in a green chair, in my kitchen. Just because. Special thanks to my dear husband, Keith (a.k.a. Mr. Picky), for editing our video, as always. I'd love to hear what you think of this new format in the comments. Enjoy: httpv://youtu.be/kgGJTeaS7Eg xo Sasha & family THE … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Africa, Monday Meal Review, Sierra Leone

Recipe: West African Peanut Bites | Kanya

February 3, 2013 By Sasha Martin 5 Comments

If there's one thing I've learned from this Adventure, it's that my family's unfaltering love of peanuts inexorably links us to the fine people of West Africa, where this little legume is enjoyed in both savory and sweet concoctions. Peanut soups and cookies are both fair game, but today we explore Kanya, an altogether new delight. Kanya are naturally gluten free and beyond simple, made with just three ingredients: peanuts, sugar, and toasted rice flour. That's it! Kanya remind me of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Africa, International Recipes, Potluck Friendly, Sierra Leone, Sweets, Valentine's Day, Vegan

12 Romantic Recipes from Around the World, Just in time for Valentine’s Day

February 1, 2013 By Sasha Martin 10 Comments

Valentine's Day is almost here, and there's no better way to show love than to bump hips in the kitchen, or, at the very least, to deliver an edible prize to the champion who stole your heart. While you're at it, why not take your love on a mini vacation, via stovetop travel? Without leaving your own global table, they can experience Egypt, Belgium, Morocco, Malawi, and beyond. And you can go with them, in the most sensual way possible: with your taste buds. It's all here, for the ravishing, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fun Friday, International Recipes, Valentine's Day