Bakalar: Cod Stew

Wednesday, December 26th, 2007

The Christmas meal in Dalmatia nearly always includes bakalar, a simple stew of dried cod and potatoes. It's beyond delectable. The Croatian word bakalar is not only the name of the dish, but also of the fish. It's a derivation of bacalao, the Spanish word for cod. The highly prized ...

Rižot: Risotto in Dalmatia

Saturday, October 27th, 2007

In addition to the Adriatic Sea, coastal Croatia shares centuries of history with Italy. That said, it won't be surprising to learn that Arborio rice is prepared and enjoyed in much the same way as Italian risotto in Dalmatia. In fact, a few recipes are practically identical. One of the ...

Dagnje na Buzaru

Friday, October 12th, 2007

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