Brodet: Croatian Seafood Stew

Brodet: Croatian Seafood Stew

In order to make a dish in the real, authentic sort of way, you might find yourself employing a particular trick or tactic that seems a bit odd, a little funny and maybe even slightly counterintuitive. With not one but two of these kinds of tricks, brodet certainly fits the bill for these types of recipes. Don’t worry… we’ve … Read more

Sabzi Polo ba Mahi

Sabzi Polo ba Mahi

The turn of the seasons from winter to spring is a good enough reason for anyone to rejoice, but Nowruz in particular takes it up a notch. With traditions and celebrations spanning weeks, Nowruz is a very symbolic and special time of year for cultures stemming from the Old Persian Empire. For Iranians especially (including Cyrus and his … Read more

Acaraje with Vatapa

Acaraje with Vatapa

This week marks the beginning of one of the year’s widely celebrated times shared around the world. That’s right, it’s Carnival time! An integral part of the Christian calendar, you can safely expect to find a type of pre-Lent party in any country with a well-represented Christian population. Above them all, though, the creme de … Read more

Arroz de Marisco: Portuguese Seafood Rice Paella

Arroz de Marisco: Portuguese Seafood Rice Paella

Oh yes, this recipe was a real treat to make. It wasn’t a total surprise that it would be, though. Generally, when you come across a recipe that has been called a “wonder,” then you can safely expect the outcome to be quite enjoyable. And yes, for arroz de marisco, it more than lived up … Read more

Pira Caldo

Pira Caldo

It’s safe to say that we’re generally a fan of spices and spice-filled dishes. Call it a personal preference for Arousing Appetites. As a result, it might not be everyday that you’ll see us so enthusiastically approach a recipe that is so noticeably devoid of spices. Pira caldo, however, is undoubtedly an exception to the rule. Pira … Read more

Poisson Cru: Tahitian Raw Tuna Ceviche with Coconut Milk

Poisson Cru: Tahitian Raw Tuna Ceviche with Coconut Milk

What is poisson cru? Poisson cru is a dish made from fresh or canned coconut milk. The recipe is simple and easy to follow, and it takes more time to make than most dishes, but the results are worth it. Poisson cru is a French dish made from fresh or canned coconut milk. What are … Read more