Claudia&Julia's blog

Summer is for enjoying to the fullest, in every way, and if it’s with ice cream, even better. During this time of year we crave very fresh, light creations. Ones that help us beat the heat, but that also make us smile. Like this S´more Ice Cream, which I assure you you will love.

Today I bring you a recipe I've always loved: the apple galette. The galette is a cross between a cake and a tart. It never ceases to amaze me how something so simple and so delicious can be so visually appealing. To make the galette a bit more interesting we add a soft, distinctive touch thanks to the flavors of almonds, ginger, and honey.

I discovered this recipe for yogurt cheese balls in extra virgin olive oil some time ago and I was really eager to share it with you. You need to be organized and patient when preparing them, because the yogurt has to drain on its own and the process takes between two and three days. But apart from this minor detail, making this lovely and tasty appetizer is a breeze.

With this Cuban mojito we're kicking off the warm season, together with our Magimix Cook Expert. In this recipe we mainly use the machine to make perfect crushed ice* and to thoroughly chill our mojito, although there are purists who prefer ice cubes. This gives us an excuse to make it both ways and compare… a field study, as they call it.

Now the heat has finally arrived, at least in this part of our country in the Mediterranean, finally!!!! How badly we needed sun and warmer temperatures this year, right? So to celebrate, today an afternoon snack in the garden with some amazing blueberry and banana muffins!

Today we bring easy recipes to make with all kinds of Zoku utensils! Summer is coming, and with it the season when we enjoy ice creams and cold drinks the most — treats that not only turn a few minutes into moments of true pleasure, but also help us beat the heat and remind us that the holidays are very near.

When the heat starts to arrive you only crave light, fresh dishes that help us beat the high temperatures, without giving up eating well. For that reason I'm always on the lookout for new ideas. And the day I saw this cold herb and tomato soup with toasted bread I fell head over heels for it.

Today I want to show you how to make a delicious eggplant and beef croque cake that will be great for solving an everyday dinner or for taking to a party, since it’s a recipe that yields quite a few portions. Croque cakes are savory cakes inspired by the famous French croque monsieur, those grilled ham-and-cheese sandwiches covered in béchamel that you’ve surely seen in many bakeries.

The spiced chicken skewers with yogurt sauce I'm bringing you today are strong contenders to become the star dish of the summer. In fact, they already are in my home, but I'm sure they'll also become a fail-safe dish in yours… Want to know why?

Many of you are getting encouraged to bake bread at home. It's an appealing hobby and very rewarding. That's why today we encourage you to bake bread at home with the recipe for Parisian baguettes, in a basic version that's perfect for trying homemade bread.

The Pascualina pie is an Italian pie prepared at Easter to celebrate spring. It is ideal for taking to a picnic or outdoor meals. It consists of a puff pastry and a savory filling, typical of the culinary tradition of Liguria, based on spinach, ricotta and eggs that are revealed when the first slice is cut.

This recipe is a version of the vegetarian Koftas, very popular in India. They are made from cauliflower, potato, red lentil and are spiced with garam masala. These are juicy meatballs, with a crunchy edge thanks to the cashews and a sweet note from the dates. They are served with a double sauce made of yogurt and a natural mint and lime syrup.