Rösti and Champagne

Rösti and Champagne

Today it’s National Potato Day and International Champagne Day, two of my favorite things on earth! Hence, it’s only fitting I try to pair the two together! It’s a well-known fact that some of the simplest, most satisfying pairings are French Fries with Champagne. The...
Flavorful Mushroom Barley Soup

Flavorful Mushroom Barley Soup

Please note this blog post contains affiliate links, for which I earn a small commission. I jump on any chance to make a hearty soup during the cooler autumn and winter months. It’s a fabulous way to use what you have left in the fridge and pantry of vegetables,...
Potato Dinner Rolls

Potato Dinner Rolls

When the cold weather sets in, I crave nothing more than a hot bowl of soup or stew. But what makes it a complete meal, is a nice juicy roll or hearty bread slathered with butter, to go with it. Last weekend I threw a super fun virtual Norwegian cooking class...
Butternut Squash Risotto with Sage Brown Butter

Butternut Squash Risotto with Sage Brown Butter

Every time I can find an excuse to pop a bottle of champagne, I do. One could say it’s my favorite beverage, next to the wines of Bourgogne. (Yes, I have expensive taste when it comes to wine – not ashamed!) One of my favorite things to make when I’m drinking...
Nordic Barley Salad

Nordic Barley Salad

Every time I have barley in a dish I’m reminded of how utterly delicious this grain is. The grain has a deep nutty taste with a great, satisfying chewy texture and is very hearty, not to mention nutritious. It’s rich in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals and provides...