Homemade chocolate cake? Yes, please! This is a dessert rich in calories and gustatory pleasure. It’s a must try and the kids love it.
CREPE CAKE WITH LIVER PÂTE
The Crepe Cake is a carnival of flavors and we love it.
A warm crepe cake with different stuffing in-between the layers, not only will it satisfy your belly, but will also become one of your favorites.
VINEGRET SALAD
Vinegret is the childhood salad of every person born in the Soviet Union. This is because it featured as the number one salad on the menu of all kindergartens and schools in Moldova. It’s a great salad for the fasting season.
PLĂCINTE WITH POTATO FILLING
Plăcinte [plə’t͡ʃinte] – a traditional pastry that resembles a pie and that can have different kinds of stuffing, sweet or savoury.
We have so many types of plăcinte, enough to fill an entire cookbook. Here is the perfect recipe for this time period.
RURAL ESCAPE – SIX ASTONISHING TOURIST DESTINATIONS IN MOLDOVA
With its picturesque landscapes and rich cultural heritage, Moldova offers a treasure trove of hidden gems for travelers seeking a rural escape. Among the serene countryside, there are six extraordinary tourist destinations that promise an unforgettable journey through local flavors, heritage, and natural beauty.
WINTER PROVISIONS – STUFFED PICKLED PEPPERS
Stuffed pickled peppers are made with local seasonal vegetables. For making this preserve, my parents begin with covering their kitchen floor with plastic film and then start chopping the cabbage, carrots and onions.
ROOTS AND TASTES AT BERD’S RESTAURANT
Berd’s Restaurant hosted an exclusive luncheon that paid homage to the essence of the season. The event featured a specially crafted seasonal menu designed by the esteemed Michelin-starred Chef Oxana Crețu.
TRICK-OR-TREATING WITH MOLDOVAN-STYLE PUMPKIN TART
While Halloween isn’t typically celebrated in Moldova, there’s no reason you can’t enjoy the seasonal charm of a pumpkin pie with a Moldovan twist. This delightful recipe combines the creaminess of ricotta or cottage cheese with the comforting flavors of grated pumpkin, raisins, and a touch of sweetness.
EGGPLANT ROUNDS
Of all the eggplant preserves, this one is my favorite. You can serve it on a slice of bread or as a snack in a bowl, or pair it with a dish of baked potatoes and sheep’s cheese.
HEALTH IN A JAR – CRUSHED SEA BUCKTHORN WITH SUGAR
Raspberry and sea buckthorn preserves are used as cold remedies in Moldova. I prefer to use sea buckthorn in my hot beverages as a preventive measure for winter bugs. Inspired by some Canadian sea buckthorn dishes, I may experiment and use it in marmalade, jelly and sauces.