Traditional Imam Bayildi Recipe

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One of my most favorite Turkish dishes of all time, also known as Moussaka, this traditional Turkish dish literally translates to “the Imam fainted.” Suitable for vegetarians or as a meat version called Karniyarik, this article focuses on the vegetarian dish where an eggplant is cut down the middle before being stuffed with various spices…

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Traditional Polish Pierogi Recipe

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A favorite local dish and most likely one of the first images you think of when you hear “Poland.” The name derives from an old Slovian word “pir,” which means a feast, party, or merry gathering. Pierogi first came to Poland in the 13th century from Ruthenia, which was once part of Poland, who received…

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