Claudia&Julia's Blog

Some recipes are born to make those seated at the table happy, and these filo pastry nests with brie, jam, and nuts are one of them. They are light, crispy bites with a creamy center and that sweet–savory contrast that always works.

This recipe for buckwheat blinis with smoked salmon, crème fraîche and caviar has everything it takes to become the star appetiser of any celebration and is perfect for your Christmas table. It’s easy to prepare, visually stunning, and I can assure you the blinis are delicious.

Let’s make a mozzarella and pesto pull-apart bread shaped like a Christmas tree! Delicious and shareable, festive and easy to prepare with the step-by-step instructions I’ve included in this recipe.

Edamame has become one of the trendiest healthy snacks. You’ve likely seen it in Japanese restaurants or on Asian food menus, served as a light, flavorful starter. But the best part is that making it at home is very simple and quick. If you’re wondering how to cook edamame so it turns out perfect, with that glossy, slightly toasted touch, here is the complete guide.

Discover how to make roasted fig toasts with cream cheese and honey: an easy, quick, and delicious recipe ready in 20 minutes.

I can attest that it's possible to enjoy sweets without overdoing the sugar. Here are 10 fresh, easy ideas with simple ingredients to always have on hand and avoid those sugar spikes that later leave us half-asleep.

You have no idea how easy it is to make beef carpaccio! I promise there’s no simpler recipe, and today I show you step by step and in video how to make marinated beef carpaccio with arugula and Parmesan at home. You’ll have it ready in no time and you’ll love the flavor.

If you've ever tried tapenade and loved it, today I suggest an adaptation of this olive pâté, which is made in no time and is finger-licking good. It's usually made with black olives and you can also find it with green olives, but the two types are not usually mixed. This homemade tapenade uses olives from both varieties; you'll see how perfectly the combination works.

Stuffed eggs are a true classic — besides being delicious, they’re a perfect way to accompany a salad, a fish dish, rice... and they are undoubtedly the perfect appetizer for big celebrations, as they look very elegant on the table and make many of the guests happy.

This burrata with roasted grapes in a mini casserole is the easiest idea to surprise everyone at home. It comes together in no time and the result is ideal for lunch, as an appetizer, or for a casual grazing dinner. Being so easy to prepare, the result is a spectacular combination—grapes with mozzarella is too, if you prefer. Served on a plate or over a toasted slice of good bread, and drizzled with good olive oil, I assure you it's delicious.

Baked Camembert is one of those easy, quick recipes that never fail. In just a few minutes you get an irresistible appetizer, perfect for sharing with family or friends. Its melting texture and the ease of pairing it with sweet or savory ingredients make it an essential recipe for any occasion.