Global Table Adventure | Valentine’s Day

Recipe: German Tree Cake (Baumtorte/Baumkuchen)

April 28, 2011 By Sasha Martin 76 Comments

Serves 12 This is my favorite cake. All 20 layers of it. It has been since my mitten-wearing years. My mom used this intricately layered almond and chocolate cake as an activity for us kids - something to keep us busy on rainy mornings, when crayons had lost their interest. It is single-handedly responsible for my obsession with almond paste (and it's sweeter counterpart, marzipan). The original recipe might as well be called "the dance of dirty bowls." I took a hacksaw to the method, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe, Germany, International Recipes, Mr. Picky's Favorite Recipes, New Year's, Potluck Friendly, Sasha's Favorite Recipes, Sweets, Technique Thursday, Valentine's Day, Vegetarian Tagged With: Baumkuchen

Recipe: Triple Pots de Crème (Chocolate, Espresso & Vanilla)

April 3, 2011 By Sasha Martin 8 Comments

Makes 8 individual desserts Some days are so good - so deliriously happy, happy, happy - that I cannot limit myself to just one dessert to celebrate, even if it is a fabulously good French one... Today is such a day because, when I told Ava "I love you," she smiled big and lovingly, and gave me.... two... thumbs... up. She only just learned how to give a thumbs up yesterday, so I'm feeling pretty special right about now. In honor of her cuteness, we're going with a sampler style celebration … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe, France, Gluten Free Adaptable, International Recipes, Miss Ava's Favorite Recipes, Mr. Picky's Favorite Recipes, Sasha's Favorite Recipes, Sweets, Valentine's Day, Vegetarian

Recipe: White Coffee (a.k.a. Rose water Tea)

February 6, 2011 By Sasha Martin 4 Comments

Makes 1 cup Want to drink a rose? White Coffee is the fabulous way to be romantic. Just boil a pot of water and 15 seconds later you'll be sipping on a hot cup of romance, relaxation and restful enjoyment. Although called white coffee, this popular Middle Eastern drink is really a caffeine-free blend of hot water with floral essences, spices, herbs, or aromatics. Our version is made especially for Valentine's Day with one of the most popular variations, rose water. Psst, it helps to serve … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Africa, Alcohol-Free, Egypt, Gluten Free Adaptable, Hot, International Recipes, Miss Ava's Favorite Recipes, Potluck Friendly, Sasha's Favorite Recipes, Valentine's Day, Vegan, Vegetarian

Recipe: Timorese Grilled Tuna Steaks with Garlic and Butter

January 20, 2011 By Sasha Martin 8 Comments

Serves 4 Loads of garlic, butter, and sea salt make this tuna leap for joy. Forget tuna in a can. Fresh tuna steaks are as good, if not better than salmon. Bold and intense, this recipe will transport you to the flavors of East Timor and an incredible meal, as remembered by Karen Coates of Rambling Spoon. Read Karen's story - the inspiration for our recipe. Perfect for Valentine's day, or any special occasion. Ingredients: 4 Tuna steaks 4 Tbsp butter 3 cloves garlic coarse sea … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia, East Timor (Timor-Lest), Gluten Free Adaptable, Grilling, International Recipes, Mr. Picky's Favorite Recipes, Sasha's Favorite Recipes, Seafood, Valentine's Day