Last week my pavlova and i got invited to join the lovely @chefhalaayash on @sabahelkheiryaarab on @mbc1! It was such a fun experience and as always a lot to learn from. We discussed all things pavlova and meringue! Thank you for having me beautiful ladies, it was a very fun discussion! BY YASMINE IDRISS
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Continue ReadingThe easiest recipe for a simple, delicious baked cheesecake. Not too sweet, you can serve it with berries, coulis or a caramel sauce. If you want a creamier texture, use the water bath cooking method, added below.
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Continue ReadingEntertaining hack! When you create a cheeseboard using blocks of cheese, wrap the leftovers in plastic wrap then chill for up to a week or even freeze them (double wrapped in cling). When ready to serve, cut them into slices or bite sizes and voilà! What i also do with leftover hard cheeses such as comté or cheddar is grate them, place them in ziplock bags and freeze them to use in various recipes. Happy hosting and no to food waste! BY YASMINE IDRISS
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Continue ReadingThis quick Asian-style roasted salmon is so delicious, super easy and too good not be in everyone’s entertaining repertoire. It is a crowd pleaser and looks very impressive, served simply with white rice and bok choy braised in the same marinade.
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Continue ReadingI have a whole album of bloopers. The truth is, laughing has always been my remedy. I started filming those videos during covid lockdown. My kids were home, i was anxious about the situation, and that pushed me to do something i loved. Karma my daughter helped me film most of these videos and we had great laughs making them. For those of you who create videos, what pushed you to do it? Let me know. BY YASMINE IDRISS
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Continue ReadingPear and peanut butter, with cinnamon and toasted seeds. This is a state of mind rather than a recipe. It is simple, autumnal and and comforting.
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Continue ReadingQuick beef stroganoff. The perfect meal for big dinners or small cozy nights in. You can easily double or triple it, prepare it in advance and just add the rest of the cream and heating it up just before serving. As this dish is quote simple, use the best ingredients possible and only filet or tenderloin beef for the most delicious results.
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Continue ReadingAs promised, you can now order the brownie tart for your festive gatherings! It took a lot of patience and perseverance to achieve what we think is the most delicious, indulgent and delicious brownie tart! Serve it with ice cream and maybe berries for the ultimate dessert. Order through link in (instagram) my bio or through @madamechouxdubai.
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Continue ReadingCrunchy Brussels sprouts with a thyme Parmesan panko coating. A self-explanatory recipe of deliciousness! Panko is a Japanese type of breadcrumb that adds a lot of crunches while having a mild flavour. I used thyme. You can add garlic. You can also prepare, half bake early during the day, then finish roasting just before serving. You want golden and crunchy! Yum!
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Continue ReadingThe hosting series – Hala’s Boursin baked mushrooms. Tonight we were craving something homemade yet indulgent. This recipe is my friend Hala’s trademark, the perfect quick appetizer when hosting friends. They can be prepped ahead if time, just make sure to add your toasted panko just before baking!