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Real, original, authentic poffertjes

Poffertjes are Dutch mini pancakes. They’re made in a poffertjes iron, something all Dutch people have at home. At least so I’ve heard. If you’re not Dutch, and still want these delicious things, fear not! You can make them on a regular pan. They won’t be

Pork schnitzel

The Japanese call it “tonkatsu”, the Italian call it “cotoletta milanese”, the Austrians, Germans and Swedes call it schnitzel. You can call it whatever you want, but all the variations have one thing in common. They’re absolutely delicious! A piece of pork (or veal if you want the authentic

Europeanised ramen

People living in metropolitan areas will have no idea what I’m talking about. But when you’re in a small town in Europe and just need to have ramen, there’s no way of getting kombu and mirin. You’re screwed. Unless you’re willing to compromise. That being

Butternut squash with lentils and stuff for vegetarians

If you’re not vegetarian, why cook vegetarian food? Because it’s good. And if you don’t find it good, at least it can help you make that vegetarian fall in love with you. This butternut squash is soft on the inside and crispy on the outside, yet low

Polish open-faced sandwich (zapiekanka) from scratch

Before kebabs, pizzas and other fast foods came to Poland, the poles were already familiar with standing by a van, eating fast food after a night out. Zapiekanka is a polish open faced sandwich with melted cheese, mushrooms and ketchup. In its original version. There are several varieties. I’ll

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