Pan-Seared Scallops in Lemon Myrtle Cream by Blackswan

Lemon Myrtle is a citrus-fragranced spice that blends wonderfully with seafood. The sourish Lemon Myrtle Cream gave the spinach & the juicy shellfish a delightful twist, making one wanting for more!

Braised Fennel with White Wine by La Tavola Marche (farm, inn & cooking school)

Fennel is a versatile vegetable that is often looked over for being too tough. Braising is a great way to soften this hearty root vegetable known to aid in digestion. The acidity & fruitiness of the wine compliments the aniseed flavored fennel and with a good drizzle of olive oil it finishes this dish perfectly. Serve with meat!

Tomato filled with sardines in olive oil. by Aherrera

Appetizers from Valencia -Cod dumplings by chefgonin

Valencia is a Mediterranean city in the cuisine culture is very important, do you know the Valencian recipes?, Discover them in http://valenciagastronomic.blogspot.com.es

Mussels Vinaigrette by Evelyn Scott

Steamed mussels are dressed with a flavorful vinaigrette in this colorful tapa. It is an ideal treat for a party or any event with lots of people attending.

Hot & Juicy Baked Cheesy Bacon Scallops by Blackswan

The show is on! Here’s your Baked Cheesy Bacon Scallops, fresh from the oven!

Eggplant Caponata by Franco Lania

This eggplant caponata recipe I started making in Italy. It began to change it while working and living in Miami. I perfected this recipe in my own place in New York's Little Italy. This is quite simply one of the best eggplant caponata recipes. "UP Town" Recipe from a down town Chef. Enjoy.

Italian Antipasto Recipe by Claudia lamascolo

Here is a great way to start of any meal with this appetizer tray that is sure to please everyone

Grilled Portobello Mushroom with Spinach by Blackswan

This Grilled Portobello Mushroom with Spinach is one of my family’s favourite dishes & I've been making this almost all my life. Hahaha! This cheesy appetizer can also be served as a healthy “snack”.

Kebbe120 pieces by CHEF ASHRAF ABD ALEEM ELKHARBOTLY

Kebbe 120 pieces

spring rolls Spanish style. by Aherrera

Netta Belle's Choice Beets with Balsamic Vinegar by Julia Ann Souders

Beets are often not a favorite vegetable, most often eaten as Harvard Beets or pickled beets, sweet and tangy. Here is a beet recipe which is tasty served hot or cold in a lettuce salad. Steaming prevents loss of vitamin B, manganese, potassium and vitamin C. This recipe is from the Harvard University Dining Services.…

Funky Chilled Century Egg Tofu by Blackswan

Happy 2011, everyone! Let's celebrate the New Year with these cold appetizers, which marked the beginning of our first course on X’mas Eve.

Reunion Dinner - Bountiful Goldfish Salad (年年有余) by Blackswan

This is my 1st attempt creating this Bountiful Goldfish Salad. Nian Nian You Yu (年年有余) symbolizes abundance though the year. The character 余 (Yu) is the homophone of 鱼 (Yu). Hence, fish was used to highlight this Chinese New Year dish.

Venison Spaghetti by Sacora

This recipe can be made with low-fat ground beef. Venison has very little fat, but it has a gamey flavor that many are not accustomed to. Cooking it with tomato helps to disguise the wild-flavor.