Pasta and pizza are the most popular dishes worldwide, and they both came to us from sunny Italy. The traditional cuisine of this truly unique country is so varied and amazing that it would be impossible to encompass in a single article. Nevertheless, we here at Dishdames have compiled the top ten most famous and delicious Italian dishes. Be sure to give them a try! 1. Panini This […]
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With our busy schedules—between work, school, and extracurricular activities—there’s little time for elaborate dinners. Sometimes we eat at 4:30 p.m., other times at 7:00 p.m., so I need simple meals that require minimal prep. And after a long day, the last thing I want to face is a sink full of dishes. That’s why my […]
Even with extensive culinary knowledge, it’s easy to make common cooking mistakes. We often follow our usual habits without questioning them, leading to less-than-ideal results. Here are some widespread mistakes and simple fixes to help you improve your cooking: 1. Not Rinsing Rice Before Cooking Rice can become sticky and clump together due to excess […]
Healthy Creamy Broccoli Soup
Discover how creamy broccoli soup can be—even without any cream! At just 165 calories per serving, this nutritious soup makes a delightful light meal or lunch and is ready in just 15 minutes. Croutons are a great addition! While I’ve made cauliflower soup many times, this is my first attempt at broccoli soup. It has […]
Do you ever wonder how people who can’t cook to save their lives are getting by in a world where eating is a requirement for life to exist? It’s a necessary evil that, if you don’t contend with, you won’t be able to contend with anything at all. But what if I told you that […]
I asked six chefs to create meals inspired by popular cooking toys from the 1960s to the 2000s.
The core idea behind this project was to explore playfulness: we provided five chefs and one bartender with childhood cooking toys from the 1960s to the 2000s and challenged them to create dishes inspired by these toys. Ideally, we wanted them to use the toys in their cooking, though time and practicality often limited this. […]
IKEA aims to make everyday tasks simpler and more accessible, though their furniture occasionally falls short. Recently, their Canadian branch collaborated with the Toronto marketing firm Leo Burnett to introduce “Cook This Page,” a set of illustrated recipes designed to make cooking more straightforward. Each recipe is printed on parchment paper with food-safe ink and […]
Soup can be a quick and satisfying meal year-round. While winter is often associated with hearty, warming soups, summer offers an abundance of fresh produce that can be enjoyed with minimal cooking. Summer soups make the most of peak-season vegetables, such as corn, peppers, cucumbers, and tomatoes, which are at their best during this time. […]
Pearl Barley Soup
Here’s a straightforward recipe for Pearl Barley Soup, packed with vegetables. It’s nutritious and flavorful, with the barley adding a chewy texture that’s different from pasta or rice. This recipe is a versatile base that you can customize to your liking. Use the suggested cooking method and broth flavorings, and feel free to adjust the […]
Crispy Smashed Potatoes
Discover a delicious way to enjoy potatoes with these Crispy Smashed Potatoes! Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these potatoes are a satisfying treat that might just disappear before they even make it to the dinner table. If you haven’t tried crispy smashed potatoes before, you’re in for a treat. My […]