Claudia&Julia's Blog

It's cherry season! And it's such a short season that we have to make the most of it. Without a doubt the best option is to eat them fresh... But a wonderful idea is to make a smoothie with them! It's super easy to prepare, refreshing, indulgent (yes, we won't deny it!) and absolutely delicious. Are you up for this cherry and vanilla smoothie?

This shortcrust pastry tart filled with extra-creamy chocolate is what you're looking for if you're thinking of a perfect dessert to surprise and delight your guests in equal measure. It's the perfect finale, especially if you adore chocolate.

The Chicken Karahi recipe is traditional in Pakistani cuisine, and today we'll cook it in the Le Creuset Balti Dish, a utensil that is essential in my kitchen and that I believe captures the essence of this age-old dish, full of flavor and about which I'm eager to tell you several things I hope will spark your interest in trying it, because its marinade is easy to make and results in a dish with exquisite tones.

It's starting to smell like summer, and one of the scents inevitably associated with warm weather is lemon. Baking any cake that includes it, as is the case with this Lemon and Meringue Cake, leaves a wonderful aroma in the kitchen and, I assure you, it's hard not to give in to the temptation to taste it before bringing it to the table.

This recipe for Roasted Steak with Red Wine and Aromatic Herbs is the ideal recipe for those who want to lose their fear of cooking in a stainless steel pan. It’s a dish that combines the intense, juicy flavors of filet mignon with the richness of red wine and the fragrances of aromatic herbs.

One of the snacks from my childhood (and adolescence!) that I remember most fondly was bread with chocolate. A few squares with a slice of bread made me the happiest girl in the world. That bread tasted like heaven and what can I say about the chocolate! With today’s recipe we’ll turn that fantastic duo into a single piece, shaping it into a mini chocolate baguette that will delight everyone at snack time or at breakfast.

Today we bring a recipe that redefines the concept of cakes, taking them into the realm of savory, sophisticated flavors without a gram of sugar: Savory Parmesan and spring onion cakes, prepared in individual ramekins. The absence of sugar in this type of recipe is completely normal and desirable, given its savory nature and the presence of ingredients with strong flavor profiles such as Parmesan, spring onion, and spices.

Discover how to make authentic Pita Bread, the popular Arabic flatbread, similar to naan but hollow on the inside. That feature gives it the great advantage of being an extremely versatile bread (you can fill it with everything from classic falafel to raw or roasted vegetables, or delicious strips of meat). And you'll love to know that it's a super easy recipe to make!

International Croissant Day is approaching, and we suggest you enjoy not just one but many, transforming these beloved puff pastries into a unique and delicious creation: this baked croissant filled with ricotta cream we turn into a quick Ricotta, Almond and Cranberry Pudding that will make your guests swoon. In this recipe, croissants become the base of an indulgent, comforting dessert.

Since we know that brownies are one of those delicious cakes we’d fight over, today we’re bringing them in an individual version! These brownies made in a mini-casserole could also be called Soft Cakes with a Chocolate Heart—because, in fact, even though it’s a brownie, in this recipe we cheat... we add baking powder so they puff up and look super cute in the mini. And like any brownie, it’s one of the simplest preparations you can make!

Get ready for a feast of flavors! This mushroom and chickpea curry recipe is an explosion of delicious tastes that will transport you to a world of culinary delight. This preparation represents a combination of flavors that will make you smile with every bite. Packed with simple yet full-of-character ingredients, this treat invites you to enjoy the happiness that only a comforting dish can provide.

You have to discover how delicious Adjarian Khachapuri is: today I bring an authentic culinary journey to Georgia, where this boat-shaped bread recipe with cheese and egg comes from, and which has captivated the hearts and palates of those who try it.