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Crispy Tortilla Wraps with Ground Chicken and Panko
I saw the idea on Instagram and had to try it myself. Tortilla wraps, spiced ground chicken, and panko turn into crispy triangles with juicy meat and a simple, spicy crème fraîche dip.
16.08.2026
Hotel Nacional Special | Cuban Cocktail with Rum and Pineapple
Hotel Nacional Special is a Cuban cocktail made with light rum, pineapple juice, lime juice, and apricot liqueur. It is associated with Hotel Nacional de Cuba in Havana and shares many characteristics with a classic Daiquiri.
14.08.2026
Hamburger with Homemade Herb Butter and Hot Sauce
This hamburger is easy to make but packed with flavor from homemade herb butter and hot sauce. The burger is made from regular ground beef and served with lettuce, tomato, and raw onion. The herb butter melts over the meat, while the hot sauce is served on the side as a dip or directly on the burger.
09.08.2026
Singapore Sling | The Tropical Classic from Raffles Hotel
The Singapore Sling is a fruity and tropical cocktail made with gin, cherry liqueur, Bénédictine, Cointreau, pineapple, and lime. It is associated with the Long Bar at Raffles Hotel in Singapore and is said to have been created in the early 1900s. However, the exact original recipe remains uncertain.
07.08.2026
Riga in 3 Nights | Food, Markets, and the Old Town
How much can you experience in Riga in just three nights? Hege and I traveled to Latvia's capital to explore the Old Town, the food, the markets, and some of the places we had heard about beforehand. This is our experience of a short trip to Riga.
05.08.2026
Make Your Own Hot Sauce with Ingredients from the Grocery Store
It's easier than many think to make your own hot sauce. With just a few ingredients from the grocery store, you can create a fresh, tangy, and moderately spicy chili sauce that works well with everything from tacos and pizza to eggs, burgers, and grilled foods.
26.07.2026
Algonquin Cocktail Recipe with Rye Whiskey
The Algonquin Cocktail is a classic rye whiskey cocktail with dry vermouth and pineapple juice. A balanced and unusual drink with historical roots from New York.
24.07.2026
A Simple Herb Butter That Goes with Almost Everything
Herb butter is one of the easiest accompaniments you can make for grilled food. This version is made specifically for corn and potatoes, with garlic, parsley, chili, lemon, and a bit of paprika. The butter can be made in advance and used on grilled corn, baby potatoes, and baked potatoes.
19.07.2026
Remember the Maine | A Dark Rye Whiskey Classic
The Remember the Maine Cocktail is a classic rye whiskey cocktail with sweet vermouth, cherry liqueur, and absinthe. A rich and aromatic drink with historical roots.
17.07.2026
Potato Flatbreads for Grilling Season | Soft Homemade Flatbreads | Simple and Norwegian
Homemade potato flatbreads are easy to make, but they must be handled carefully. If you use too much flour, they will become dry. Use just enough, and you'll get soft flatbreads that are perfect for grilled sausages.
12.07.2026
Tipperary Cocktail with Irish Whiskey | Classic Elegant Drink
The Tipperary Cocktail is a classic Irish whiskey cocktail with sweet vermouth and Chartreuse. An aromatic and elegant drink with roots from the early 1900s.
10.07.2026
I Need to Make a Change on the Channel! | On the Couch Week 28
In this episode of On the Couch, I discuss why YouTube memberships are gone, why I'm testing Patreon, and what’s next for the channel this summer. There will also be some talk about cocktail videos, food videos, potato salad, grilling plans, sourdough, and the upcoming trip to Riga.
06.07.2026