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Did you know that more people speak Spanish than English around the world? With 400 million speakers, it’s the second-most spoken language in the world after Mandarin Chinese. Spanish is extremely versatile, and its idioms often reflect what’s most important in the culture where it is spoken. It’s no surprise […]
This month, we’re traveling to Europe and the Iberian Peninsula to discover Spain! A country rich in culture, flavor, and flair, Spain’s best-known dishes are famous for incorporating local ingredients with foreign influences and flavors.
Paella is quintessentially Spanish. This Paella Valenciana recipe incorporates both meat and seafood, and comes from Chef Jamie Bissonnette, the chef for our Spain box.
Chef Nurdan Erdem answers our questions about Turkish cuisine, her series of pop-ups, Enfes NYC, and her life in Turkey and the US.
Whether you say “a-pricot” or “ah-pricot”, you’ve undoubtedly tasted an apricot in your lifetime. While it’s maybe not the best idea to gift your sweetheart a bouquet of apricots, these juicy delights are actually members of the rose family, along with apples, peaches, strawberries, and almonds. So, next time you’re trying to impress, instead of roses, why not win that special someone over with one of these five delicious apricot recipes we’ve rounded up?
Balık ekmek, a simple fish sandwich, is one of the must-eat items for any tourist in Turkey. This recipe combines the traditional street food with Chef Nurdan Erdem’s favorite red onion salad.
Love tequila but having margarita fatigue? Give this fizzy Paloma a try.
Bilgehan Güzel, the artist for our Turkey box, is a watercolor painter and graphic designer from Ankara, Turkey. Bilgehan paints a veritable tour of Turkey, capturing not only the sights but the spirit of her home country. We’ve curated a selection of her work to give you a glimpse of Turkey through her eyes.
This easy salad is a favorite of Chef Nurdan Erdem, chef-owner of Enfes NYC and the curating chef for our Turkey Box. It is great on its own, or you can use it as a relish for dishes like balık ekmek, a fried or grilled fish sandwich with vegetables on Turkish […]
This cocktail is inspired by kayısı kompostosu (stewed apricot compote), which is a common Turkish dessert. Make it a mocktail for non-drinkers and kids by omitting the vodka. Serves: 2 | Time: 20 minutes