Fig season is here and it’s short, so make the most of it! We don’t always think of figs in savory dishes, so here’s a delicious and indulgent fall meal idea to change from the usual recipes. This savory fig, goat cheese and honey cake will be perfect with an endive salad. If you’re having a brunch these days, think of it too.

Savory cake is a staple for summer cold meals, appetizers, or buffets. This recipe makes a moist savory cake with deli meat, olives, and chives. You can use this base and adapt it to your liking.

This savory cake with tuna and olives is a classic you’ll never tire of, and you can vary it endlessly. Use this recipe as a base and customize it however you like.

Pasta del mare is an Italian classic usually made with shellfish. Since I don’t eat shellfish, I’m sharing an excellent version made my way, with fish (shrimp and scallop substitutes). If you like, you can also add smoked salmon.

Beef carpaccio is a French classic. Thin slices of beef topped with fresh, lightly tangy garnishes. Easy, elegant, and can be prepared ahead!

Pistachio paste is a versatile base for preparing dessert creams, flavoring tarts, ice creams, or macarons. It’s simple and quick to make - as always, you just need quality ingredients for a delicious homemade pistachio paste.

Chicken pastilla is a cornerstone and undoubtedly one of the most famous dishes of Moroccan cuisine. It takes a bit of time to make, but the filling can be prepared the day before. I’m not a big fan of sweet and savory combinations, yet I really enjoy this dish, as do those who’ve tried it! If you’re like me, give it a chance - you might love it!

Pani puri, crispy Indian shells filled with tuna and mango tartare, a very fresh and flavorful bite-sized appetizer. Always a crowd-pleaser!

An easy and delicious recipe for the famous Russian blinis. They’re thick and wonderfully fluffy. You’ll never buy store-bought blinis again!

An easy recipe to try your hand at homemade charcuterie - cured duck breast to enjoy in a gourmet salad or as an appetizer.

Kaaks are small, lightly crumbly cookies flavored with orange blossom water that pair perfectly with tea or coffee.

Lovely little Italian amaretti with orange blossom water that will be a hit with coffee, a great recipe for using up your egg whites.

Southwest French salad (Perigord or Landes style, they’re quite similar) is a composed salad typical of these regions featuring different duck pieces (especially gizzards, duck breast, foie gras), cooked vegetables and fresh greens, all dressed with a beautiful vinaigrette. My version doesn’t claim to be authentic, but it’s definitely indulgent and delicious!

A famous bistro salad featuring warm goat cheese! Delicious and beautiful, topped with a honey balsamic vinaigrette!

I really enjoy vegetable carpaccios - they’re beautiful, delicious, and simple to make.

For a change from Bolognese lasagna, I’m sharing another Italian classic with a ricotta spinach filling baked with béchamel. A comforting family dish, best served with a fresh mixed greens salad for a touch of lightness.

A refreshing dairy-free strawberry smoothie that’s creamy, easy to make, and naturally delicious.