The first time I went to Morocco, our tour somehow left off the best Moroccan foods. We ate the same chicken and olive tajine day after day after day. When we left Morocco I didn’t think much of the food at all. To this day my dad refuses to eat Moroccan food. When I went …
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“You’re making what?” was the question I was asked by MarocBaba and American Grandma after I told them I was making ketchup. MarocBaba added quizically “why would you want to do that? – there’s a bottle in the fridge.” Truthfully I wanted to see if I could do it. Ketchup goes quick in our …
My cousin Seth gives me the best presents. Whether it’s a small bar of special chocolate or a pretty picture, he knows my tasteand what I would appreciate. When he came back from a trip to Morocco over a decade ago, he presented me with this cookbook, Moroccan Jewish Cookery. I’ve always loved it, but more …
Today’s guest post comes from Olga at Mango & Tomato. I had the pleasure of meeting Olga at Eat Write Retreat in May. I had so much fun getting to know her. I really love her great eye for photography and fabulous recipes. I’m so happy she was willing to share this recipe! Please make …
One of my favorite restaurant’s is PF Chang’s. Since we have moved, the closest one is well over an hour away. I don’t get to go very often anymore. Every time I do go I order the Lemon Chicken. Sure I could pick other things but why – this is what I love! I do …
Tajine is a staple of Moroccan cooking and food. There are a million ways to make one and no right or wrong way to put one together. Unless you ask my husband. Let’s call him a tajine purist. Certain spices and vegetables “go” with chicken, and the same with beef, lamb, fish, and every …