This is the kind of recipe I often turn to when I am cooking for guests or planning a table ahead of time. It feels generous and comforting, but it is also practical. You can prepare it in advance, bake it once, finish it just before serving, and it still comes to the table soft and full of flavor. This chicken börek is slightly different from the crisp, dry böreks you might be used to. It is layered with shredded chicken, baked until golden, then finished with warm chicken b

This recipe is my mom’s, and I’m sharing it here exactly as she has made it for years. It’s the kind of börek she never measures anymore because her hands already know what to do. When I asked her for the ingredients, she had to pause and think, trying to put into words something she’s cooked on autopilot for most of her life. Simple, familiar, and comforting, this is the börek I grew up eating and still make the same way today. Ingredients For the filling: 250 g ground beef

The freezer is a homecook’s best friend. Having puff pastry and spinach ready to go means I can always put together something quick, golden, and satisfying. I especially love frozen spinach because it’s portioned, easy to measure out, and there’s no need to worry about it spoiling in the fridge. Combined with flaky puff pastry and a bit of cheese, it turns into the kind of snack or light meal that feels homemade without requiring much effort at all. When I first made these, m

If you’ve ever experienced a traditional Turkish çay saati, you know it's more than just a tea break—it's a lively gathering filled with...