Easy Zucchini & Carrot Tart

An easy savoury tart with a press-in olive oil crust, grated summer vegetables, feta and fresh mint.

Aug 18 • Dilara Apa

1

Matcha-Honey Madeleines

Brown butter and an overnight rest do most of the work.

Aug 16 • Dilara Apa

1

Kabak Borani (Zucchini With Garlicky Yogurt)

Cool, elegant, and easy to repeat. Perfect for summer.

Aug 11 • Dilara Apa

1

Francesca’s Focaccia

Adapted from a two Michelin-starred kitchen for the home cook.

Aug 7 • Dilara Apa

1

June 2026

Blueberry Muffins

The kind you end up making all summer.

Jun 18 • Dilara Apa

4

May 2026

San Sebastian Cheesecake

A burnt Basque cheesecake with a custardy center, soft enough to eat by the spoonful.

May 7 • Dilara Apa

4

April 2026

Yayla Çorbası (Turkish Yogurt and Rice Soup)

One of the simplest and most comforting soups in the Turkish kitchen.

Apr 14 • Dilara Apa

3

March 2026

Classic Lemon Loaf with Glaze

Everyone has a lemon cake somewhere. This is the one I keep.

Mar 22 • Dilara Apa

3

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February 2026

Fermented Chili Honey

Fermented chili honey, learned from Gülçin Usta. A quiet staple that grows on you over time.

Feb 3 • Dilara Apa

2

1

Leek and Potato Soup with Orange

A smooth leek and potato soup with a clean citrus finish

Feb 1 • Dilara Apa

5

January 2026

Chicken Stock, Two Ways

A gelatin-rich stock for structure and depth and a classic homemade version for everyday cooking and eating

Jan 29 • Dilara Apa

2

A Simple Herb Sauce

Bright and sharp. One of those things in the fridge that makes everything else better.

Jan 16 • Dilara Apa

3