Author name: Frieda Evans

I’ll never forget the first time I had sweet potato fries. It was on a spontaneous road trip with my best friend, Sarah, to a little town nestled in the heart of North Carolina. We had been driving for hours, exploring antique shops and snapping pictures of the rolling hills, when hunger struck. Tired of […]

Several years ago, I had the pleasure of visiting my great-aunt Clara’s quaint farmhouse in the rolling hills of rural France. Her home, with its rustic charm and warm, inviting kitchen, was where I first tasted her legendary potato gratin. Aunt Clara, a culinary wizard in her own right, would often prepare this dish for

When autumn rolls around, I always find myself diving headfirst into cozy recipes that fill the house with warmth and seasonal aromas. Growing up, fall was always the busiest time for my family. Between school activities, family gatherings, and preparing for the holidays, the kitchen became a central hub of activity. It was during these

There’s something magical about a well-made paella—its vibrant colors and rich, aromatic flavors immediately take me back to the sun-soaked streets of Valencia. I still remember my first encounter with this iconic dish while traveling through Spain with my family a few summers ago. We had just spent a long, warm day exploring the cobblestone

Shakshuka, while Middle Eastern at its core, has become a staple in my kitchen for lazy weekend brunches and quick weeknight dinners alike. It’s one of those recipes that feels like a warm embrace—filling, nourishing, and deeply comforting. My family loves when I make it because it’s versatile and can be tweaked depending on what’s