Spring - Culinary Talks

Gary Zukav

“We cannot stop the winter or the summer from coming. We cannot stop the spring or the fall or make them other than they are. They are gifts from the universe that we cannot refuse. But we can choose what we will contribute to life when each arrives.”

Spring is one of my favourite seasons. I say favourite because all the seasons have something I like and I am looking forward to.

Everyone has a little bit of a child inside, and to observe the beauty out there is just rejuvenating. We feel somehow younger, healthier and prettier. Blackbirds and woodpeckers have returned once again and all the insects are awaking slowly. Trees are starting to flower.

Following winter and preceding summer, spring is beautiful, not only weather wise. Rather than that, spring is a true gastronomic feast.

What is your Gastronomic Feast?

After the season of more satisfying stews, thick soups and fulfilling desserts, I can smell freshness in the air. The freshness of young meat specials e.g. rabbits, veal, lamb. Moreover, a large variation of green and other colorful vegetables, fruits or eatable flowers. So much to work with. Lighter and fresher meals are taking over. So let’s enjoy them together.

Homemade pesto, extremely healthy purple veggies, more salads and herbs. I think everyone can find their favourites. We should also not forget to treat ourselves with something sweet and yummy. Check out my list and stayed tuned for new recipes.

I don’t know about you, but I am always more than ready for the summer time. I cannot wait for the long days with a lot of sunshine and cooling down in lakes or the sea. But for now we have still plenty of Spring to enjoy.

The Summer is a time after the rebirth in the Spring. A time when all fruits and vegetables are fully available and when the grill can be put back on your terrace.
As my boyfriend always says: “There is nothing better than drinking some ice cold beer (Heineken in his case) during a warm and sweaty day”. The warmer days of the year help a lot of people to feel better and feel more free. Do not get me wrong, I do love the short Winter days too. Every season has it’s charm.

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Kristina – Culinary Talks

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Browse below all my Spring recipes

Luxurious happy pork dinner

Luxurious happy pork dinner

Many people say they have saved a lot of money due to the Corona crisis. They don’t go where they …

Strawberry baby specials

Strawberry Baby Specials

Happy Children’s Day everyone. When I was a kid, my mom used to take us to the Pizza Hut or …

beetrootspread

Pinky Beetroot Spread

While I am writing this post, I am enjoying this funky treat myself. My new Pinky Beetroot Spread is full …

Easy Avocado Salad with Eggs

It cannot get more springish than this: Easy Avocado Salad with Eggs. The fresher the products are, the better. Nothing …

New Wild Garlic Pesto

New Wild Garlic Pesto

Nothing for the discovery channel, but amazing fresh and summerish flavour – New Wild Garlic Pesto. This is exactly how …

Yellow Healthy Risotto

Colourful Vegetarian Risotto

Nothing too tricky, but still interesting while you are thinking of a baby food dish. I like to change the …

fresh cheese roll

Fresh Cheese Roll

Parties, weddings, any kind of festive occasions of my childhood reminds me of this recipe – Fresh Cheese Roll. You …

Milky Young Bean Soup

Milky Young Bean Soup

A nice, fulfilling and easy going lunch or dinner – that is my favourite Milky Young Bean Soup. Ideal for …

Fulfilling Rabbit Pâté

Fulfilling Rabbit Pâté

Today is the day that I treat myself to some nice pieces of organic rabbit livers. Fresh, smooth and juicy! …

turkey tomato sugo

Turkey Tomato Sugo

Getting slowly into the harvest of more seasonal veggies. Easy Turkey Tomato Sugo is an honour to a simple summerish …

Amazing Strawberry Rhubarb Pie

Amazing Strawberry Rhubarb Pie

Incredible combination of flavour – Amazing Strawberry Rhubarb Pie. If you are not a sweet lover, skip this scrumptious recipe …

Fresh Spinach with Parmesan Potato Mash

Fresh Spinach with Parmesan Potato Mash

Green Thursday before Easter resembles the freshness of green vegetables. Therefore, I present Fresh Spinach with Parmesan Potato Mash. Green …

Chimney Cake

Traditional Chimney Cake

I come from Slovakia and no matter how many countries produce this beautiful sweet treat, Traditional Chimney Cake originates in …

yellow egg salad

Yellow Egg Salad

This fulfilling snack reminds me of my Cottage Cheese Salad in some way. However, the taste is very fresh, springish …

Smoked Salmon Rolls with Avocado

Smoked Salmon Rolls with Avocado

Smoked Salmon Rolls are a great tip for someone, who seeks for a luxurious, smooth and healthy appetizer. These ladylike …

Easy Cheesy Spreads

Easy Cheesy Spreads

Thanks to my friends and family, travels and visits, I always get enough of food inspiration. More than I can …

Green Noodles Stir Fry

Green Noodles Stir Fry

Spicy and sweet with a twist – Green Noodles Stir Fry. Basically, you can add or replace anything in this …

Easy Egg and Tuna Spread

Easy Egg and Tuna Spread

Incredibly fast and satisfying fix for any lunch or snack – Easy Egg and Tuna Spread. You can serve it …

Flowery Chicken Salad

Flowery Chicken Salad

Beautiful, incredibly fulfilling and so comforting – Flowery Chicken Salad. The base is good quality chicken filet marinated with my …

Healthy Snacks That Actually Taste Delicious

Healthy Snacks That Actually Taste Delicious

Summer is here and it is essential to keep yourself healthy and hydrated in the sweltering heat. The great news …

apple schmarren

Apple Schmarren

A beautiful Austrian satisfying dessert, so called “a shredded pancake” – Apple Schmarren. It is originated in the 19th century …

Creamy Wild Garlic Farfalle

Creamy Wild Garlic Farfalle

I love spring for many reasons, but as I have already mentioned wild garlic is one of my top seasonal …

Czech sweet

Czech Sweet Festive Classic

Valašské frgále – Czech sweet festive classic, incredibly delicious and crazy satisfying! These beautiful yeast cakes are originated, accordingly to …

Seasonal Radish Soup

What more to add to it – beautiful and springish – Seasonal Radish Soup. It is very light, fulfilling and …

veal saltimbocca

Veal Saltimbocca

Every time I get a chance to treat ourselves to some top piece of meat, it challenges me to create …

Stunning Filled Eggs

Stunning Filled Eggs

Eggs – such a great source of protein, what can be better than that. Perhaps once you fill them up …

Shrimp Spring Rolls

Shrimp Spring Rolls

So many ways how to prepare this Asian delicacy – Shrimp Spring Rolls. I have always loved them, but never …

My Asparagus Specials

My Asparagus Specials

Asparagus, green or white. Very beautiful and royal vegetable, defined as a lily family. One of the top ingredients during …

Lemon Cake Rosemary

Lemon Pie with Rosemary

Wow wow wow, so smooth and tasty at the same time – Delicious Lemon Pie with Rosemary. As an honor …

pea soup

Spring Pea Soup with Salmon

Inspired by the Czech magazine Apetit, I present you Spring Pea Soup with Salmon. It really cannot get more springish …

Crostini

Colorful Crostini

Sexy appetizers for my Valentine’s Menu, the more choice, the better. Healthy Lentil and Zucchini Spread, Stunning Bresaola with Dijon …

Celeriac Salad

This is truly a delicious treat. Very easy, relatively healthy and refreshing – Celeriac Salad. I remember my mom used …

Sexy Chocolate Brownie with Pecans

Sexy Chocolate Brownie with Pecans

Let me be honest here. As I mentioned previously, I am not a chocolate lover. However, there are these days …

Stir Fry Sexy Duck with Egg Noodles

Stir Fry Sexy Duck with Egg Noodles

Hmm, so delicious, so healthy and energetic. It is must for anyone who likes duck – Stir Fry Sexy Duck …

Sexy Brunch Menu

Sexy Brunch Menu

My favourite Brunch Menu. Once I am all grown, I will start doing brunches again. Having a baby, I don’t …

White Asparagus

White Asparagus 2 ways

Asparagus, green or white. Very beautiful and royal vegetable, defining as a lily family. One of the top ingredients during …

Luxurious Rhubarb Slice

Luxurious Rhubarb Slice

This dessert belongs to a heavenly category, especially in the season during the spring time – Luxurious Rhubarb Slice. I …

Peppa Carrot Cake

Peppa Carrot Cake

This was my first Carrot Cake ever. I am not a big fan of mixing vegetables into sweets. However, this …

Easy IKEA Lunch

Easy IKEA Lunch

I think you all know the lovely mustard spread from IKEA. Sometimes I get to go there more often, but …

Mascarpone Penne

Mascarpone Penne with Spinach

Easy and luxurious one pot dinner – Mascarpone Penne with Spinach. Nothing gives me more joy than to please friends …

Wild Garlic

A beautiful fresh, spicy and sexy ingredient – Wild Garlic, Ramsons, Wood Garlic or Bear’s Garlic. Garlic is one of …

rabbit ragu spaghetti

Rabbit Ragù Spaghetti

Rabbit is a very delicate meat and quite common in many cuisines. The meat itself is relatively low-fat and healthy …

Mango Curry with Star Anise Rice

Mango Curry with Star Anise Rice

I am really proud of my Mango Curry Dish. The sweetness of mango meats with the heat of all beautiful …

Easy Eggs with Dill Sauce

Easy Eggs with Dill Sauce

The smell of fresh dill brings up all my childhood memories. Easy Eggs with Dill Sauce will do for any …

Mediterranean Cod Fish

Mediterranean Cod Fish

When I didn’t eat meat, my mom used to make this recipe, especially for me, almost every Sunday, Mediterranean Cod …

Easy Veggie Spaghetti

Easy Veggie Spaghetti

Easy Veggie Spaghetti is another fast week dinner recipe, even just for yourself. The combination of tomatoes, lemon grass, spinach …

tortilla espanola

Chorizo or Spinach Tortilla

Chorizo or Spinach Tortilla is a wonderful dish. My Basque friends served it to us during the summer we have …

Avocado Salad

My Avocado Salad with a Honey Mustard Dressing

I used to be “a no meat-eater” for about 11 years. I don’t like to use the term “vegetarian” as …