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Rhubarb & Almond Coffee Cake

Rhubarb & Almond Coffee Cake

I’m thrilled to announce that I finally got my hands on some fresh, local rhubarb. And what did I do with that rhubarb? I made a delicious Rhubarb & Almond Coffee Cake of course! Rhubarb is another spring gem and I love how its natural sourness pairs 

Spring Pea Risotto

Spring Pea Risotto

It’s finally starting to feel like spring and I’m celebrating with this Spring Pea Risotto recipe. To me, peas are a quintessential spring food item. What better way to celebrate them than making them the star of a delicious Spring Pea Risotto?

A Day Trip to Sintra from Lisbon

A Day Trip to Sintra from Lisbon

If you are spending any time in Lisbon, Portugal, a day trip to the charming town of Sintra is a must. Sintra has a whimsical feel to it with its unique architecture, stunning views, and delicious food, making it the perfect day trip destination from Lisbon. This post focuses on the perfect Sintra Day Trip Itinerary so you can be sure to see the best of Sintra! Continue reading A Day Trip to Sintra from Lisbon

Tomato and Lentil Stew with Harissa

Tomato and Lentil Stew with Harissa

I know that it is technically spring, but the weather outside is suggesting otherwise. As much as I love spring dishes, I’m still leaning towards cozy recipes closer to the winter end of the spectrum while the weather remains cold and snowy. I’m sure I 

Earl Grey Overnight Oats

Earl Grey Overnight Oats

Overnight oats are one of the easiest make-ahead breakfast. But sometimes I find myself getting tired of all the same old combos. Enter: Earl Grey Overnight Oats. This recipe integrates one of my favourite things, Earl Grey tea, to create a fresh take on classic 

Quick Chicken Meatballs with Ginger + Scallions

Quick Chicken Meatballs with Ginger + Scallions

This is the first non-vegetarian recipe I have ever shared here on Olive + Wisteria. When I started eating meat again in fall 2022 after five and a half years as a vegetarian, it took a while to get used to. During this transition period I developed the recipe for my Quick Chicken Meatballs with Ginger + Scallions. I found these incredibly palatable while I was reacquainting myself with meat. Even now, after over a year of being a meat eater, I still love this recipe. It’s a big hit with my family too! Continue reading Quick Chicken Meatballs with Ginger + Scallions

6 Chocolate Recipes for Valentine’s Day

6 Chocolate Recipes for Valentine’s Day

Happy Valentine’s Day! Below I have rounded up six delicious chocolate recipes to celebrate your and your loved ones today. If the commercialization of Valentine’s Day isn’t your thing, that’s ok – I’m a bit of a Valentine’s Grinch myself – but who doesn’t love 

Chocolate Pecan Toffee Bars

Chocolate Pecan Toffee Bars

Valentine’s Day is less than a week away and what better way to celebrate than with chocolate?

Crispy Garlic Potatoes

Crispy Garlic Potatoes

This recipe has been on my ‘to be posted’ list for years. The reason that I’m only sharing it now is that I procrastinated shooting the accompanying photos until now… The recipe itself has been in my draft posts since last summer and in my recipe journal since winter 2022. Continue reading Crispy Garlic Potatoes

Roasted Red Pepper + Cauliflower Soup

Roasted Red Pepper + Cauliflower Soup

Happy Saturday! It’s finally starting to feel like winter around here after weeks of unseasonably mild weather. With the temperatures dropping deep into the negatives, I’m inclined to lean towards more warming and hardy foods. Enter Roasted Red Pepper + Cauliflower Soup!