Lovonis Lark
recipes + wellness
Sun-dried tomatoes hit the culinary scene in the 1980’s, although I’m not sure how much “sun” the made-en-mass tomatoes ever saw. Their ubiquity led to their demise but they never really went away, they couldn’t, not with that complex, umami flavor – case in point – ‘Marry Me Chicken’. Then in the 2000’s slow-roasted tomatoes […]
Strawberry Polenta Cake is one of the easiest cakes to make. Whisk the wet ingredients together; whisk the dry ingredients together, add to the batter & scrape it into the cake pan. It’s that simple. The polenta/cornmeal, gives the cake a nice dense crumb that is moist & flavorful. The cake is scattered with strawberries […]
Salmon & beets (beetroot for some of us), are as perfect together as tomatoes & salt. In this recipe, I’ve opted for ease using pickled beets which need little more than draining. As a big fan of (almost) any smoked food, hot smoked salmon is perfect to use as it’s already cooked. It is readily […]
It’s always good to have a dessert in your arsenal that works every time, everyone loves and is make ahead. Enter Strawberry Vanilla Cheesecake. It’s really your basic baked cheesecake I suppose but its texture is light and creamy & the taste is reminiscent the best vanilla ice cream. Switch the fruit for whatever is […]
This has to be one of the easiest salads or starters you’ll every make. Fresh gnocchi are boiled, cooled & tossed with a simple vinaigrette, marinated artichokes, roasted peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, castelvetrano olives, fresh basil, salami & fresh mozzarella pearls. Not only is it simple to prepare – mostly thanks to handy pantry staples, but […]
Although this deliciously moist lemony loaf cake is gluten-free, don’t overlook the recipe because you eat gluten. I do too but I found this in a cookbook by Aran Goyoaga, Cannelle et Vanille a brilliant gluten-free cookbook that has wonderful baking & bread recipes. Initially, the loaf kept collapsing in the center, due to its […]
This Vietnamese-inspired steak salad is bright & fresh, typical of Vietnamese food. The dressing is a classic Vietnamese staple – nuoc cham – served as both a dressing & as a dipping sauce. It is so simple to make. Do not be hesitant of the fish sauce. Fish sauce is a necessary part of the […]
Sticky Toffee Pudding, aka: sticky date cake (or pudding), has to be one of the simplest, yet best desserts created. There are many versions of this timeless dessert & this dear reader, is my version. I can’t lay claim to creating the recipe, it’s one of those recipes that came from somewhere & it evolved, […]
With only a handful of ingredients, this quiche recipe, similar the French, Quiche Lorraine, comes together so fast. Make it, then think about other variations and create your own flavor combinations. It’s also a good way to use up a little extra ham. I serve this with a simple salad of baby lettuce dressed in […]
Apart from the taste & the fact tzatziki & hummus are easy to make, the thing I love about these two dips is they’re multipurpose. Perfect with crunchy veg they make the perfect spread – think wraps & sandwiches. Make one or make both. I like to make these as part of my meal prep […]
Whether it’s part of an Easter brunch, a casual lunch or a light dinner, asparagus frittata with smoked salmon is simple to make, a perfect make-ahead meal that whispers spring has arrived. Asiago cheese & asparagus frittata is topped with wafer-thin slices of smoked salmon & a creamy caper, lemon & horseradish sauce. The results […]
A simple bread pudding elevated with croissants & hazelnut chocolate spread. Perfect for an Easter brunch, or any brunch for that matter. Sliced, fresh strawberries, croissants, butter, strawberry jam then the usual suspects of eggs, milk, cream, vanilla & sugar. Serve with a bowl of more fresh strawberries, cream & warmed hazelnut spread.
