Tag Archives: Vegetarian

Hugo Cocktail – with Prosecco or White Wine

June 28, 2023

Hugo is the younger, hipper cousin of the Aperol spritz. The refreshing and bubbly Italian cocktail contains prosecco (or white wine), elderflower syrup, soda water, mint, and lime. It’s the perfect summer drink!

Elderflower Syrup without Citric Acid

June 14, 2023

This recipe for elderflower syrup doesn’t require citric acid – just lemons. It will keep 1 year. The only ingredients needed are elderflowers, sugar, water, and organic lemons. The syrup is perfect to dilute with water (at a 1:10 ratio) for a summerly, non-alcoholic beverage, or in cocktails like Hugo.

Quick Austrian Egg Dumplings – with Video

May 26, 2023

Easy to prepare Austrian egg dumplings (Eiernockerl). You just need a bowl and spoon to make them. Ready in 20 minutes with 4 ingredients. The dish is one of the most popular vegetarian meals of the Viennese cuisine.

The Best Easter Recipes

April 4, 2023

Easy and delicious Easter recipes, from homemade Easter bunny rolls to traditional Austrian braided yeast breads. The perfect recipes for Easter breakfast and brunch.

Quick Hummus with Canned Chickpeas (5 minutes)

February 20, 2023

Smooth and creamy hummus comes together in only 5 minutes with very few ingredients. Using canned chickpeas is key!

Classic Italian Tiramisu (my all-time fav!)

December 23, 2022

Authentic Tiramisu is a classic Italian no-bake dessert made with layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and incredible mascarpone cream. Perfect for the holidays and any occasion!

With its irresistible coffee flavor and velvety, slightly sweet mascarpone cream, it will impress even the pickiest of eaters. It requires no baking and can be made a day in advance!

Fluffy Pumpkin Dinner Rolls

November 24, 2022

A simple and easy recipe for soft, light, and fluffy pumpkin dinner rolls with homemade pumpkin purée (or canned). With make-ahead option! You’ll need just a handful of ingredients.

Vegan Red Curry with Pumpkin (one pot)

October 9, 2022

Easy Thai red curry recipe! Making this popular takeout meal at home is super easy and much healthier. The sauce is rich and creamy and insanely delicious. You just need one pot and 35 minutes. I love red curries! For me this is pure soul-warming comfort food. I just can’t resist this super creamy, and slightly spicy Thai-style curry. The recipe is from my new cookbook ‘Taste of Travel’ (this… continue reading »

Easy No-Bake Cheesecake

July 31, 2022

No baking, no water bath, no eggs. This easy no-bake cheesecake is light and airy, smooth and creamy. It sets up beautifully in the fridge and only requires 6 ingredients (already including the crust).

Easy Lemon Amaretti Cookies (no mixer, one bowl)

December 17, 2021

These lemon amaretti cookies have a crunchy crust and a chewy, soft center. They are a breeze to make, since this is a one-bowl recipe. You don’t even need a mixer to beat the egg whites or anything. A fork will do! Easy Lemon Amaretti Cookies (no mixer, one bowl) was last modified: December 17th, 2021 by Ursula

Roasted Potato and Lentil Salad

October 11, 2021

Easy salad with roasted potatoes and lentils. It’s a gorgeous pack-for-work lunch and ideal for meal-prep and making ahead. Roasted Potato and Lentil Salad was last modified: October 11th, 2021 by Ursula

One-Bowl Poppy Seed Brownies

September 21, 2021

Super chocolaty, chewy and fudgy poppy seed brownies, Austrian-style. These brownies contain ground poppy seeds, which make them moist and rich and simply delicious!

Austrians love poppy seeds. At least the majority does. So it doesn’t come as a surprise that there are a lot of dishes – sweet and savory – based on poppy seeds. That’s why I call them Austrian-style brownies :)