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Cooking with a Swan Air Fryer

swan-airfryer_-cake_roasted-grapesThose that know me well, know how much I love kitchen paraphernalia and get pretty excited when I get something new. Up until recently, an air fryer was not a kitchen appliance that grabbed my attention… after all, it was only for frying. Continue reading “Cooking with a Swan Air Fryer”

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Hibiscus with Chilli, Orange and Vanilla | Agua De Jamaica

hibiscus-tea-4442Dried hibiscus flowers have a tart cranberry-like flavor and are sometimes called “Roselle” or “Jamaica” flowers and used in sweetened drinks and herbal infusions. Karkade, made with hibiscus flowers is a popular drink here in Bahrain but is sometimes made tooth-achingly sweet and overly floral for my liking. By making your own infusions and syrups at home you have total control over the strength and sweetness. Continue reading “Hibiscus with Chilli, Orange and Vanilla | Agua De Jamaica”

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Thai Green Curry with Chicken at WU Asian Restaurant and Lounge

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Thai food is one of my favorite cuisines and a fragrant green curry and a spicy papaya salad are some of the popular dishes that my family and I enjoy.  Continue reading “Thai Green Curry with Chicken at WU Asian Restaurant and Lounge”