There are certain dishes that feel like they carry entire cities within them—aromas that whisper of cobblestone streets, slow afternoons. The kind of cooking that insists you pause and savor life. For me, Osso Buco, a veal shank, is one of those dishes. Every time I make it, I’m transported straight back to the Antica Trattoria della Pesa in Milan They served Ossobuco on the … Continue reading Osso Buco: A Taste of Milan in my Kitchen
When in Munich, I sometimes meet with relatives who live close by. We walk this beautiful city, perhaps take the Doubledecker tour bus for sightseeing. At the end we make our way over to the Viktualienmarkt to have the famous Weisswurst The Viktualienmarkt is a beer garden situated in the heart of Munich. Here, you can enjoy the renowned Weisswurst. Traditionally, this sausage was eaten … Continue reading Bavarian Soul Food: My Homemade Weisswurst Journey
This tender Veal dish in a creamy Mushroom sauce is a classic meal I ate while visiting my friend in Zürich. If veal is not available, you could use beef, pork or chicken instead. Once back home, I recreated this dish in my kitchen Continue reading Zürich Geschnetzeltes, a classic Swiss Veal Dish
The well-known tale of the Wiener Schnitzel is said to originate with Field Marshal Radetzky from Vienna. Legend has it that after being captivated by the Italian dish Cotoletta alla Milanese, he returned to Vienna in the mid-19th century with the recipe in tow. Field Marshal Radetzky is said to have introduced this fried Schnitzel to the Kaiser’s court kitchen, aiming to satisfy his cravings … Continue reading The Perfect Wiener Schnitzel: Tips and Tricks
