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Cinco de MayoDéfi CulinaireFour SeasonsInternational CuisineLes MarmitonnesMade on the StoveMain CourseMexican Cuisine bakingwithnessa | May 4, 2025

Tacos Árabes, Puebla | a Mexican Tradition

Contrary to what one might think, Cinco de Mayo is not linked to the independence of Mexico but rather to Mexico’s victory over the Second French Empire at the Battle of Puebla in 1862 led by General Zaragoza. Arabic tacos were the first tacos made in Puebla by immigrants from the Middle East. The meat of these delicious bites was cut with a vertical skewer, shawarma style, seasoned with spices from the Middle East and served, as it is still the case today, on thick flour tortillas (pan árabe, a variant of pita bread).

Coconut Matcha Waffles | Blueberry Pie Sauce

Imagine biting into a stack of fluffy, perfectly golden waffles infused with earthy matcha and drizzled with some warm blueberry pie sauce… truly, the perfect treat for any matcha aficionados.

Polish Lemon Babka | Babka Cytrynowa | Easter

Indulge in the sweet nostalgia of Easter with this delicious Polish Lemon Babka. It is the perfect twist on the classic pound cake but with a zesty lemon kick that your family will adore. Bake it to share love and tradition at your holiday table, because every slice tells a story of joy and togetherness!

Palm Sunday Cookies | Cornuelles | a French Easter Tradition

Celebrate Palm Sunday with these “Cornuelles” which are French Cookies from the Aquitaine Region enjoyed on the last Sunday before Easter. Their triangular shape represents the Trinity: the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. The hole in their center is intended to receive a blessed boxwood branch during the blessing of the Palms.

Easy Homemade Churros | Lent, Easter

These golden, crispy churros with a soft and light inside rolled in cinnamon sugar are the perfect treat to make at home. With just a few simple ingredients and a dash of love, you can whip up this classic dessert that everyone will adore because who can resist homemade churros??!

No Bake Avalanche Cinnamon Cookies | Marshmallows

These No Bake Avalanche Cinnamon Cookies bring the nostalgia of Rice Krispies treats to a whole new level with a delicious twist of cinnamon and creamy white chocolate! Perfect when you need a quick sweet treat, these cookies… Read More

ChickenDéfi CulinaireHeavy CreamLes MarmitonnesMain CourseOrangeSpringWinter bakingwithnessa | March 22, 2025

Blood Orange Chicken with Seasonal Veggies

Flavorful, fresh, and irresistible! Indulge yourself in a culinary adventure with this scrumptious Blood Orange Chicken with Seasonal Veggies recipe. Let the tangy sweetness of blood oranges perfectly complement the tender chicken and vibrant veggies.

Chocolate Guinness Cupcakes | Vanilla Buttercream | St Patrick

Take a leap into these Chocolate Guinness Cupcakes topped with heavenly vanilla buttercream! These little treats pack a rich cocoa punch and a hint of Irish stout that takes them from ordinary to extraordinary. It’s a treat that’ll have you feeling lucky all year long!

Traditional Coconut Ladoo | Indian Truffles | Nariyal Laddu

Get ready to take a journey through Indian festivities with the vibrant flavors of Coconut Ladoo! These delightful Indian truffles, rolled in colorful rose petals, butterfly pea flowers, and crunchy pistachios, are a sweet treat that perfectly captures the spirit of Holi and Diwali. Let’s make every moment a little sweeter together!

Blood Orange Poppy Seed Cake

Here is a nice twist from the lemon poppy seed combo: Indulge in a burst of vibrant flavors with this show-stopping seasonal blood orange poppy seed cake. A slice of heaven on a plate!

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