My inclination towards food and everything related to it became obvious as early as my toddler years. I would always grab any visible bits of food and walk around happily chewing away. As I was growing up, food always seemed to be a big part of our family life. Whether a quiet week-day meal, a birthday celebration or a holiday, the importance of a home cooked and comforting meal was always cherished in our family. It is therefore not unusual that I developed an even stronger passion for food, cooking and discovering new flavor combinations when I grew up. When I started a food blog on a whim a few years ago, I had no idea that it will help me evolve not only as a cook and recipe developer, but also as a food stylist and photographer. My passion towards food grew into passion for food photography, which is slowly taking the lead and becoming my primary field of interest. My blog, BakeNoir.com, is a blend of food, art, photography, travel and all the good things in life.
Ham baked in bread dough is a traditional Croatian delicacy. Together with pinca and Easter eggs, it represents the centerpiece of the family Easter breakfast. The bread dough is usually made with only all-purpose flour, but I like to add some whole wheat flour to give it a more rustic look and taste. The ham [...]
Kroštule is a traditional pastry from Dalmatia and Istria that is typically prepared for holidays and special occasions. They’re made from dough that is deep-fried and shaped into thin strips and tied into a loose knot. These delicate treats are a great accompaniment to coffee or tea. Serves 6-8 Ingredients 2 eggs 3 tablespoons schnapps, fruit [...]
Rozata, also known as Rožata or Rožada, is a traditional Croatian custard pudding from the Dubrovnik region. It’s very similar to flan and crème caramel. What makes it special is its flavor which includes rose liqueur known in Dubrovnik as Rozulin, hence the name Rozata. It’s served well chilled and is especially popular in the [...]
Dolac, is Zagreb’s biggest and most popular market. Established in 1930, the daily market has been a central focus for farmers and traders from surrounding villages to sell their goods. Today, the market consists of a raised open square lined with colorful stalls of fruit, vegetables, nuts, and eggs. At street level is an indoor market for meat, cheese, spices, breads, [...]
An Easter tradition in Croatia, pinca also known as sirnica is a sweet bread that is flavored with raisins, rum and citrus zest. It is commonly shaped into a round loaf that is marked with a cross to symbolize the Crucifixion of Christ. Another variation is to tuck hard-boiled colored Easter eggs into the bread’s [...]
Honey cake is one of the most popular traditional desserts in Croatia. It consists of thin layers of biscuit made with honey and vanilla flavored cream filling. This version contains both vanilla and cocoa which gives it just the right amount of sweetness. It makes a great accompaniment with tea or coffee. For the biscuit [...]
Paprenjak is a traditional Croatian biscuit that contains a unique mix of honey, walnuts, pepper and spices. Its origin is still unclear but it is known to have existed since the 16th century and more lately its become a family tradition in many Croatian homes to make paprenjak for Christmas. To make paprenjak you need special wooden mould’s [...]
Fritule is a traditional Croatian pastry that is most commonly made for Christmas. Although very similar to a doughnut these fluffy pastries are actually much smaller in size and are shaped into round balls. In this recipe, sour cream and grated apples are used to give it a richer taste. They make an excellent accompaniment to [...]
Enter your email address below to receive updates each time we publish new content.
