by Lidija Abu Ghazaleh | Oct 7, 2020 | Brunch, In My Kitchen, Lidija's Kitchen, Recipes, Salmon, Seafood, Starters
Earlier last summer, I took a little staycation in the town of Frelighsberg Quebec, where I had the pleasure of sinking my teeth into some fabulous local products and eateries. One of my highlights was dining at Lyvano, a family run restaurant that focuses on working...
by Lidija Abu Ghazaleh | Jun 1, 2020 | Drinks, In My Kitchen, Lidija's Kitchen, Mains, Recipes, Salmon, Seafood
To say that opposites attract stretches far beyond the dynamics of human interaction. Finding a common thread between people and the ties that bond us makes our juxtaposed lives fun, exciting, and unpredictable. The same can be said about food. Sometimes flavors...
by Lidija Abu Ghazaleh | Jan 20, 2020 | In My Kitchen, Mains, Recipes, Seafood, Starters
One of the things I love most about my behind-the-scenes features with chefs and restaurants are the tips and tricks I take home in the process. The act of sharing a recipe boils down to so much more than just a dish – it connects us to culture, ingredients, and...
by Lidija Abu Ghazaleh | May 6, 2019 | Recipes, Seafood, Sides, Starters
Chef Benjamin Wan has generously shared his recipe for Coya’s King Crab with Aji Rocoto and Peruvian Avocado. This has to be one of my favorite dishes, and for good reason. King crab, coconut, and chili nestled underneath sliced avocado and caviar? It’s...
by Lidija Abu Ghazaleh | Aug 14, 2018 | Mains, Recipes, Seafood
Octopus with Aji Amarillo Potato – serves 2 Welcome to the first of my Treasure Chest of Chef Recipes. I have been generously entrusted with these coveted recipes by some of the finest chefs in Dubai, and have adapted each dish in the series to flow well in the home...
by Lidija Abu Ghazaleh | Jan 2, 2018 | In My Kitchen, Mains, Recipes, Seafood, Starters
My culinary management skills were put to the test last month when I was invited to an early-evening cocktail party across town. I happily accepted, made a mental note, and filed it away in my memory until the date of the event. The morning of the party, I realized I...
