Ramadan Recipe Series: Bariis (Basmati Rice Pilaf with Raisins)Appetizers & Sides, SidesMay 14, 2022/Chef KelBariis is a Somali-style rice seasoned with Xaawash spice and is similar to an East African pilau. Bariis is the National dish of Somalia... |Read More
Ramadan Recipe Series: Wali Wa Kunde Na Karoti (Coconut Rice with Peas & Carrots)Appetizers & Sides, SidesMay 10, 2019/Chef Kel“Simple ingredients, treated with respect…put them together and you will always have a great dish.” – Jose Andres I used to make plain white... |Read More
Mini Sweet Potato & Black Bean EmpanadasAppetizers, Appetizers & Sides, Dinner, Meatless MealsJune 12, 2017/Chef Kel“For me, it’s the unexpected and surprising combinations of produce that are the most exciting and lure me into the kitchen for a little... |Read More
Honey Cornbread MuffinsAppetizers & Sides, Breads, Muffins & Scones, Breakfast, SidesApril 5, 2014/Chef Kel “Well,” said Pooh, “what I like best,” and then he had to stop and think. Because although eating honey was a very good thing... |Read More
Mandazi (East African Donuts)Appetizers & Sides, Breads, Muffins & Scones, Breakfast, SidesDecember 5, 2013/Chef Kel“Family traditions counter alienation and confusion. They help us define who we are; they provide something steady, reliable and safe in a confusing world.”... |Read More
Buttermilk CornbreadAppetizers & Sides, SidesNovember 10, 2013/Chef Kel “But since you’re asking me, I’ll tell you my opinion: all cornbread is authentic, as long as it’s good, hot, and made with love... |Read More
Layered Buttermilk BiscuitsAppetizers & Sides, Breads, Muffins & Scones, Breakfast, SidesMay 17, 2013/Chef Kel“Good bread is the most fundamentally satisfying of all foods; and good bread with fresh butter, the greatest of feasts.” – James Beard When I... |Read More
Kalamata Olive Bread with OreganoAppetizers & Sides, SidesFebruary 19, 2013/Chef Kel“Good bread is the most fundamentally satisfying of all foods; and good bread with fresh butter, the greatest of feasts.” -James Beard The way... |Read More