Category: Kidchen Project

  • Cevapi Recipe (Montenegrin-Style Balkan Grilled Sausages)

    Cevapi Recipe (Montenegrin-Style Balkan Grilled Sausages)

    Cevapi are small, skinless sausages made from a mixture of ground meat—typically beef, pork, or lamb—combined with garlic, salt, and simple seasonings. They’re a staple street food across the Balkans and are traditionally grilled over open flames. Jump to Recipe We are heading back to the Balkan’s this week and…

  • Authentic Japanese Karaage Recipe – A Family Heritage Story

    Authentic Japanese Karaage Recipe – A Family Heritage Story

    Karaage became popular in Japan in the early 20th century and is now one of the country’s most beloved dishes. Crispy fried chicken marinated in soy sauce, ginger, and garlic. In this post, I’m sharing my family’s version of this classic Japanese dish and the story behind how it became…

  • Kapana Recipe: Namibia’s Famous Street Food Grilled Meat

    Kapana Recipe: Namibia’s Famous Street Food Grilled Meat

    JUMP TO RECIPE Kapana is one of the most popular street foods in Namibia. Vendors grill bite-sized pieces of beef over open flames and serve them with spicy seasoning and fresh tomato salsa. I haven’t been lucky enough to visit the markets in Namibia, but this easy kapana recipe brought…

  • St. Vincent and the Grenadines: Blaff

    St. Vincent and the Grenadines: Blaff

    A (Mental) Caribbean Vacation with a Real Caribbean Recipe If you’ll recall, on our last virtual vacation we were trying to stay warm with Latvian Potato Soup through the week of the Artic winter blast. Then we got a little sidetracked and celebrated the Lunar New Year. It’s still fuh-reezing…

  • Mexico: Homemade Tomatillo Salsa Recipe… with Fresh Tomatillos

    Mexico: Homemade Tomatillo Salsa Recipe… with Fresh Tomatillos

    Tomatillo salsa, also known as salsa verde, is one of the easiest homemade salsas you can make. Roasted tomatillos, fresh cilantro, garlic, onions, and peppers come together in just minutes to create a bright, tangy salsa that’s perfect with tacos, grilled meats, eggs, or tortilla chips. This version has become…

  • Latvian Potato and Wild Mushroom Soup: Kartupeļu zupa ar sēnēm (Traditional Recipe)

    Latvian Potato and Wild Mushroom Soup: Kartupeļu zupa ar sēnēm (Traditional Recipe)

    This Latvian potato and wild mushroom soup is a rich, comforting dish inspired by traditional Baltic cuisine. Made with earthy mushrooms, tender potatoes, and a creamy broth, it’s the kind of recipe that’s perfect for cold days and cozy meals at home. Jump to Recipe Mushrooming is a pretty popular…

  • Traditional Potjiekos Recipe | South African Slow-Cooked Lamb] & Vegetable Stew

    Traditional Potjiekos Recipe | South African Slow-Cooked Lamb] & Vegetable Stew

    Potjiekos (pronounced “poi‑key‑kos”) is a beloved South African slow‑cooked stew slowly simmered in a round, cast‑iron pot called a potjie. Unlike most stews, potjiekos is traditionally prepared outdoors over coals, cooked in layers. The intent is no stirring so each ingredient keeps its own flavor before they gently meld together.…

  • Vietnam: Fresh & Crispy Spring Rolls – A Cheerful Homemade Favorite

    Vietnam: Fresh & Crispy Spring Rolls – A Cheerful Homemade Favorite

    Spring rolls are loved for their fresh textures and vibrant ingredients, often combining crunchy vegetables with herbs and flavorful dipping sauces. Crispy, packed with fresh, colorful veggies inside—these spring rolls are the perfect light yet satisfying snack. Whether you’re hosting friends or just craving something crunchy and homemade, this easy…

  • North Macedonia: Burek (Meat Pie)

    North Macedonia: Burek (Meat Pie)

    It took a long time just to start this one and gather up some thoughts.  I am also suffering a post-Thanksgiving turkey hangover to boggle my brain even more.  I’ve learned about Macedonia, I can even regurgitate some fun facts about Alexander the Great. But, like most things from 10th-grade…

  • Celebrate Oktoberfest at Home with Crispy Schnitzel!

    Celebrate Oktoberfest at Home with Crispy Schnitzel!

    Nothing says Oktoberfest quite like a crispy golden schnitzel served with warm Käsespätzle. Other than maybe a giant pretzel. This easy German schnitzel recipe brings all the cozy Bavarian beer hall vibes straight into your kitchen — without requiring a plane ticket to Munich or lederhosen that cost more than…