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Classic Spanish Flan
Ok, so I have a second food and movie reference. One of my favorite scenes in Volver – another Pedro Almodóvar where food features prominently — is of Penelope Cruz carrying a metal pale full of flan! I’d never seen flan served that way. Flan or crème caramel, is one of my favorite desserts. Creamy…
Greek Spinach and Feta Filo Pie
Spinach and feta filo pie — aka spanakopita — makes regular appearances on our table. I serve it as an appetizer, as a side dish and sometimes I even feature it as a main. No matter its role in the meal, spanakopita is always a favorite. This particular version of spanakopita has a special place…
Padrón Peppers with Feta
Padrón peppers were one of our favorite food discoveries during our trip to Spain. These lovely little peppers are a popular tapas all over Spain and that’s no surprise. They’re super tasty and easy to throw together. Eating them also adds a little excitement to your meal — while most Padrón peppers are mild and…
