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Nordic Fish Chowder

Posted On: 1 Apr 2023
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Though Scandinavian cuisine has gotten a turn-of-the-century facelift through the Michelin-starred restaurant, Noma, there's really nothing better on a cold, snowy day than a cozy, hearty chowder loaded with potatoes and tender fish. In Nordic countries, where salmon, cod, crab, and potatoes are staples, hearty soups and creamy stews using local ingredients are just as common as meticulously-plated elk medallions and sliced truffles.  Continue Reading

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Nordic Fish Chowder
Posted On: 1 Apr 2023
Though Scandinavian cuisine has gotten a turn-of-the-century facelift through the Michelin-starred restaurant, Noma, there's really nothing better on a cold, snowy day than a cozy, hearty chowder loaded with potatoes and tender fish. In Nordic countries, where salmon, cod, crab, and potatoes are staples, hearty soups and creamy stews using local ingredients are just as common as meticulously-plated elk medallions and sliced truffles. 
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Posted On: 10 Apr 2019
The sweetness of the squash and dried cherries is a great counterpoint to savoury sausages.
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Black Rice Salad with Mango and Nuts

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Tomatoes with Sumac, Onions, and Pine Nuts

Eat this salad on its own with crusty bread to mop up those gorgeous juices, or as part of a mezze style spread. The quality of the tomatoes you use will make all the difference, so use the ripest and sweetest ones you can find. The addition of a few chunks of ripe avocado is a welcome variation.

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Watermelon, Tomato and Feta Salad

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