Claudia&Julia's Blog

Discover the magic of Gua Bao, a delicious Chinese steamed bun that has won over palates around the world. Originating from Taiwan, this soft and fluffy bun is a staple in Asian cuisine, known for its versatility and its ability to accommodate a wide variety of fillings.

One of the desserts that takes me back in time and carries me to family celebration Sundays is the tray of assorted profiteroles or choux pastries that, when they took center stage on the table, became a reason for applause. These religieuses filled with pastry cream and chocolate would have been my salvation, because when I had to choose between the whipped cream, truffle, or custard profiteroles, they all seemed delicious to me and it was impossible to choose a favorite.

These cod fritters are delicious when freshly made, while they're still piping hot. You can serve them with some kind of sauce (mayonnaise, tartar...), as additions to stewed beans or on their own, which is how I like them best. Although I'm sure you can think of other ways to enjoy them.

Healthy, fun, tasty and very easy to prepare. These zucchini and feta fritters have everything to help you impress your guests or to treat yourself. They can be served as a starter or as a side dish, although nothing prevents them from being the stars of the aperitif.

As of today I'm sure there isn't anyone who hasn't heard of, seen, or already has in their kitchen an air fryer or air fryer, also known as an oil-free fryer.

I love the crunchy bite of spring rolls. Making them at home takes very little time and allows me to make the filling to my taste or adapt it to the ingredients I have on hand. Today, we bring a great beef spring roll recipe, with a touch of curry that makes them delicious in contrast to the sweetness of the brick pastry that wraps them.

Fritters are a very typical dessert in Spanish cuisine. I’m bringing you an easy recipe to make classic airy fritters and explaining how to prepare vanilla pastry cream and Chantilly or whipped cream fillings. I’ll also tell you how to make them puff up a lot and turn out very hollow. I encourage you to make them because they’re truly delicious. You’ll see your family appreciates that little bit of time in the kitchen. A luxurious dessert for very little money.

I love the way the different cuisines of the Asian continent season their dishes. The blandest foods are transformed into tasty bites, with peculiar and very powerful flavors. Among my favorites are gyozas, Chinese dumplings that I could eat with both hands every day of the week.

Chef Antonio Arrabal shows us the perfect and easy recipe to make delicious Lobster Croquettes. Making croquettes is simple, and with a few tricks you'll achieve perfect croquettes: thanks to the clear explanations, the chef's step-by-step guide, and his tips and advice to avoid mistakes, you'll see that you can make restaurant-quality croquettes easily.

The Marchioness of Parabere says, in her renowned book Culinary Encyclopedia, The Complete Kitchen, that croquettes are a delicacy generally appreciated by everyone. How right she is! And today we bring her recipe for making homemade cod croquettes, traditional, authentic and utterly delicious.

¡Yes, you read that right! Pastry cream and little turnovers together in a single preparation. A divine bite and hard to beat. Especially when they're homemade. They can be made with supermarket wrappers, an acceptable solution for a moment of rush. But incomparable with turnovers made from homemade dough. With its lard, a little sweet wine and lots of care.

Who doesn't like croquettes? Grandma's, your mother's, or the neighbor's. But what should a good croquette be like? Crispy on the outside and soft and creamy on the inside; there are many fillings but Jamón Serrano croquettes are a classic. This is one of those foolproof recipes that will work wonderfully for you.