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Loaded salad with crispy chickpeas

Crispy curry chickpeas, crunchy salad, pomegranate, mint and a sharp lemon–mustard dressing…

Raclette Farfalle

Raclette season has officially started… but we’re ditching the little pans today!…

Stir-fried vegetable and tofu with cashews

Dinner in 20? Yes please. This veggie–tofu wok is my go-to on…

Leek Potato Gratin

This is one of those dishes that’s ideal for weeknights — simple…

Grilled Peach Toast

Summer on a slice of bread! Grilled peaches, smoky burrata, fresh basil……

Luxembourgish Gromperekichelcher

Gromperekichelcher are arguably one of Luxembourg’s most beloved fun fair and Christmas…

Tomato Tonnato

Tomato Tonnato? Yes, think vitello tonnato sauce, paired with the juiciest colourful…

Portuguese Summer Salad

My sunny twist on the classic Portuguese meia desfeita — saffron-marinated bacalhau,…

Luxembourgish Flintstone salad

Féierstengszalot is a beloved Luxembourgish classic. It literally translates to “Flintstone salad”,…

White wine Beef Stew with buckwheat ‘couscous’

This tender beef stew is a perfect comfort dish made with regional…

Alheira Leek Quiche

Looking for a quiche with a twist? This savoury beauty combines smoky…

Potato Asparagus salad

This super lovely springtime potato salad includes white asparagus and chard. I’ve…

Classic Kniddelen

Kniddelen are a true Luxembourgish classic. These humble boiled flour dumplings are…

Kachkéis Pasta

Kachkéis lovers, this one’s for you! Pasta with a super cheesy Kachkéis…

Take 5: Brie and Leek Galette

In a hurry and looking for quick mid-week meals? I’ve paired up…

Arroz Doce

There is something so comforting about a bowl of rice pudding –…

Bacalhau a Bras

My absolute favourite Portuguese dish! Bacalhau a Bras is such a comforting…

Autumnal Risotto with Butternut and Mushrooms

An autumnal risotto made with woody mushrooms and sweet butternut squash. Perfect…

Warming Carrot and Courgette Soup

Ok soup season is officially here, so let’s kick it off with…

Autumnal Pasta Salad

Back to school or work yet? Well then jazz up your lunchtime…

Japanese Okonomiyaki Pancakes

Okonomiyaki is a very popular Japanese cabbage pancake from Hiroshima and Osaka….

Fluffy Skyr Pancakes

Brunch alert! Pancakes are an obvious choice for brunch, and these pancakes…

Courgette Gratin

This courgette gratin has even got the most hard-core meat-eater convinced! It’s…

Mediterranean Pasta

A lovely super easy bowl of pasta that’s perfect when you need…

Courgette Salad with radish and burrata

Summer screams an abundance of courgettes – and while I love to…

Summery Tomato Courgette Galette

In this week’s Onperfekt box I received lots of early summer vegetables,…

Wonky Vegetable Fritters

Did you know that less than 5% of vegetables sold in Luxembourg…

Spanish Pasta Salad

Bring this Spanish-inspired pasta salad to your next BBQ, and it’s guaranteed…

Easter Pasta Nests

Want to make something cute for your Easter lunch this year? How…

Luxembourgish Raclette Quesadillas

If, like most of Luxembourg, you’re eating raclette over the holidays, you…

Raclette Burger

Take your cheeseburger to a whole next level with this mountain-style raclette…

Christmas Tree Pasta

Fancy something easy for Christmas this year? Something that the kids are…

Escher Pizza

Who doesn’t love pizza?! Well, pizza lovers in the South Luxembourg now…

Quiche Lorraine

The most famous quiche in the world? It must be the Quiche…

One-Pot Bouneschlupp Pasta

Bouneschlupp and pasta?! Yes, let’s combine these two! I do love a…

Baked Beans on Toast

I have fond memories of eating beans on toast when I lived…

Belgian Frites with Cheese Sauce

Fries lovers, listen up! We all know that the Belgians make some…

Pesto Pasta Salad

Lunchbox boredom?! Well, here’s one of my favourite pasta salads ever –…

Japanese Gromperekichelcher

Okonomiyaki is a very popular Japanese cabbage pancake from Hiroshima and Osaka….

Leek and white wine Spaghetti with crispy ham shards

September is a big harvest month in Luxembourg, and for Luxembourg’s winemakers,…

Chicken pasta salad

A super simple pasta salad that’s perfect on a sunny day. Grilled…

Summer Tomato and Cheddar Tart

This summery tomato tart is a take on my mum’s tarte au…

Asian Pasta Salad with Peanut Butter

A lovely summer pasta salad with an Asian twist: made with peanut…

Asparagus Quiche with Walnut Crust

This springtime quiche is lovely for when the first warm days come…

Fondue Pasta Bake

This dish mixes all my favourite comfort dishes: a pasta bake, a…

Veggie Quiche Lorraine

I love a quiche – it’s so easy to make and so…

Wäinzoossiss Polenta with Parsley Gremolata

This recipe pairs our Luxembourgish Wäinzoossiss sausages with creamy polenta. Wäinzoossiss is…

Crispy Brie Salad with Raspberries

This lovely salad has everything to make it super addictive: grilled green…

Classic Bouneschlupp

Bouneschlupp is the most popular Luxembourgish soup. It’s a green bean and…

Happy Quinoa Salad

This salad makes me happy. It’s packed with freshness: zingy herbs, crunchy…

Grilled Brie Sandwich

Omg, your lunchtime is going to be epic! This grilled cheese sandwich…

Valentine’s Day French Toast

Sometimes it’s nice to treat yourself to a decadent brunch. This French…

Chicken, Bacon and Pea Pie with Kachkéis Mash

Each year on the 2nd February, one of my favourite Luxembourgish traditions…

Lentil and smoked trout quiche

I love to cook with regional ingredients, so when Urlaub im Saarland…

Israeli aubergine with herb rice

Aubergines are a magical vegetable. They are so versatile and their gentle,…

Cordon Bleu Gratin

Ask many of my friends, and one firm favourite dish is a…

Miso Bouneschlupp with Cream Cheese Dumplings

How about a vegetarian twist on the traditional Bouneschlupp?! For this take…

Kachkéis Leek Soup

A hearty potato and leek soup with a real Kachkéis kick! Served…

Green Kniddelen with Pesto

Kniddelen are a true Luxembourg classic. These humble boiled dumplings are traditionally…

Autumnal Quiche with Butternut, Bacon and Sage

This quiche screams autumn! Packed with lovely roasted butternut squash, bacon lardons…

Summery Wäinzoossiss Meatball Pasta

My Wäinzoossiss meatball pasta, which is on the cover of my ‘Flavours…

Traditional Kniddelen with Bacon and Apple Compote

Kniddelen are a true Luxembourg classic. These humble boiled dumplings are traditionally…

Raclette Spätzle

Turn your leftover raclette cheese into these delicious cheesy spätzle! In Luxembourg…

Petits Farcis Niçois with Tuna

There are so many good regional dishes in the South of France,…

Saag Feta

Whenever I go out to eat at an Indian restaurant, I have…

Kimchi Pancakes

I’ve been to Asia many times, and have even filmed a whole…

Edamame Dumplings

I really love dumplings and I’ve been playing with fun fillings for…

Aubergine Parmigiana Rolls

I love a good aubergine parmigiana – melting slices of aubergine layered…

Gnocchi with Sage butter

Let me admit it: until I met my friend Elisa, my gnocchi…

Lamb Köfte with Tahini Sauce

In Israel food is a celebration. Wherever you go, you will find…

Aubergine Hummus

I’ve always loved hummus and been making it for years. But on…

Vietnamese Beef Noodle Bowl

A few years ago I was lucky enough to do a trip…

Kaffir Lime Chicken Skewers

I absolutely adore Thai food! I’ve been to Thailand over 12 times…

Kachkéis Quiche

Kachkéis is as Luxembourgish as it gets! A stringy melting cheese with…

Shakshuka

This dish immediately transports me to Jaffa beach in Tel Aviv… I…

Chicken Kiev Nuggets with Kachkéis Mash

Chicken Kiev was one of my university staples – we’d often buy…

Veggie Bouchée à la Reine

Ask young and old Luxembourgers – everybody loves a Bouchée à la…

Vietnamese summer rolls with Peanut Dip

Summer rolls are a fantastic way to jazz up your salad routine!…

Italian Pasta Bake

A fuss-free oven-baked pasta for busy weeknights! The little rice-shaped orzo pasta…

Green Gazpacho

This refreshing gazpacho is perfect for those days where you can’t be…

Herb-crusted salmon with baked tomatoes

This herb-crusted salmon is such a summery dish! Served with baked Provençal…

Asparagus and Ham Lasagna

One of the things I most look forward to in springtime is…

Springtime Salad

Springtime is in full bloom, so I’m starting to feel like lighter…

Peanut Butter Noodles with smashed cucumber

Peanut butter and noodles?! Hell yes! A match made in heaven. These…

Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

We all know the problem: you buy a nice loaf of bread…

Sweet Potato Gratin

I can’t think of anything more comforting that a potato gratin. To…

Homemade burger

Who doesn’t love a good burger? I certainly do, but I rarely…

Waffles

In these crazy times it’s important to treat yourself to something special…

Judd mat Gaardebounen Quiche

Ah, Judd mat Gaardebounen, such an iconic Luxembourgish dish. A hearty meal…

Take 5: Courgette Cottage Cheese Fritters

In a hurry and looking for an easy Easter treat? This is…

Pea and Chorizo Risotto

Risotto is the perfect dish to use up anything that’s lingering in…

Kachkéis Kniddelen

Kniddelen are a true Luxembourg classic. These humble boiled dumplings are traditionally…

Wäinzoossiss Meatball Pasta

This recipe has somewhat become a modern classic in Luxembourg. I initially…

White Asparagus with Béchamel

Asparagus season is my springtime highlight! Unlike in the UK, where green…

Green Pasta Salad

This vibrant green pasta salad is full of springtime goodness: podded broad…

Rolled-out dough on baking paper, topped with white sauce, gardenbeans, mini mozzarella balls and pork cubes Judd mat Gaardebounen Flammkuchen

Judd mat Gaardebounen is as Luxembourgish as it gets. A hearty dish…

Tarte au Cantal Tarte au Cantal

Over the years, this tart has become a classic at my parents’…

Kachkéis Fondue Kachkéis Cheese Fondue with Mustard Croutons

Fondue is one of my favourite winter comfort foods. I can’t think…

Gromperekichelchen Cordon Bleu Gromperekichelchen Cordon Bleu

If you have ever been to a Luxembourg Kiermes, you will have…

Chicory Tarte Tatin

When I think of chicory, two dishes from my childhood instantly pop…

Butternut Squash Pasta with Sage and Goat’s Cheese Butternut Squash Pasta with Sage and Goat’s Cheese

This autumnal pasta dish is really quick and easy to whip and…

Mini Thai Chicken Burgers

Yes! Summer’s finally here. Ok, it’s not yet a full-time guest, just…

Blueberry Pancakes with Bacon and Maple Syrup

Horray, it’s pancake day in the UK! For one day, the whole…

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