It’s always nice to see other blogs or websites that focus on Central and Eastern Europe in some way. That’s why I couldn’t resist doing this interview with Emperors Crumbs, who are an American family that lived in Slovakia and blogged about their cooking experiences there. Presently, they’re back in the USA but are still blogging about their [...]
Derelye is a type of stuffed pasta in Hungary, which can be either sweet or savory. Traditionally, it is prepared for the holidays or special occasions. This recipe is best served as a dessert or snack. Ingredients 4 cups (440 grams) all-purpose flour, plus extra for kneading 4 large eggs 1/4 tsp (5 grams) salt 3/4-1 1/4 cups (200-300 ml) cold [...]
Originated in Austria, the term “Linzertorte” refers to a rich buttery pastry that is filled with fruit preserves. Traditionally the pastry is made into a tart but cookies are also common especially in North America. They can be formed into all shapes and sizes making it ideal for holidays and special occasions. Ingredients 3/4 cups (170 [...]
Cherry sauce is very popular in Hungary. It can be paired with various meat dishes, potatoes, as well as pasta pellets. Although, the recipe has a sweet flavor it is meant to be used for savory dishes. Ingredients 1 jar (19 oz) pitted sour cherries with juice 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp salt 1 tbsp sugar 1/2 cup (125ml) milk 2 [...]
Pretzels can easily be made at home. You can shape them into knots or just roll them into sticks. Just don’t forget the mustard and beer! Ingredients Dough 1 cup (250 ml) warm water 1 package (8 grams) active dry yeast 2 3/4 cups (420 grams) bread flour, plus extra for kneading 2 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature [...]
Vienna is one of the few cities in the world that boasts its very own cuisine. Much of this can be attributed to the city being an epicenter of power for centuries. It has taken on influences of Italy, France, and various regions of the former Austro-Hungarian Empire as multitudes of immigrants made their way [...]
Chilled sour cherry soup is a delicacy in Hungary and throughout many parts of Central and Eastern Europe. It is usually prepared during the hot summer months when cherry season arrives. Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds fresh sour cherries or 1 can sour pitted cherries including juice 4 cups (960 ml) water 1/3 cup (75 ml) red wine 1/4 [...]
Rigó Jancsi Torta is a Hungarian cubed shaped chocolate sponge cake with cream filling in the centre and ganache coating on top. The pastry gained popularity in the former Austro-Hungarian Empire during the 19th century. A Hungarian gipsy violinist by the name of Rigó Jancsi seduced and married Clara Ward, Princess de Caraman-Chimay, the only [...]
Spätzle is a type of egg-noodle or dumpling that originated in Swabia. However, the dish is also well-known throughout Central and Eastern Europe. In Hungary, their referred to as “nokedli.” Traditionally, spätzle is made by spreading the dough onto a wet board and shaving it off into a pot of boiling water. This is rather a [...]
Most of us are not accustomed to cooking outdoors with the exception of the occasional camping trip when marshmallows are roasted over a camp fire. But Patricia MacCurrach and her husband consider cooking outdoors a part of their lifestyle. The Herefordshire based couple always had a passion for the outdoors and nature. While living in Serbia for a few [...]
