I am more commonly known as “The Modern Nonna“ on social media where I create easy home cooked meals with a modern twist. I was born and raised in Sofia, Bulgaria and learned how to cook at the best culinary school in the world – my grandma’s kitchen. I lived in Greece on the Island of Crete with my parents for a while and then moved to Toronto, Canada when I was in grade 5. I started to really cook and experiment with food 11 years ago when I was 21 years old. Everything I currently know is a reflection of some part of my life.
These big mac smash tacos are 500/10! If you love McDonalds, then you’ll love this recipe as it’s a smash burger on a taco topped with my version of Mac sauce. Every bite you take is heavenly so don’t
Have you ever heard of watermelon fries? These are sticks of fresh watermelon that are cut like crinkly French fries. They make the cutest snack ever. Preparing the “fries” is not only a fun family activity, the creative shape
My hot honey watermelon salad will be your new favorite summertime dish. Have you ever had hot honey on watermelon? If you love hot honey, this is the recipe for you! This salad is absolutely outstanding: incredibly refreshing, with
This healthy, creamy yogurt chia pudding is the perfect breakfast. Full of fiber and healthy fat, this pudding will keep you satisfied for hours. And for the meal-preppers, chia puddings holds up for a few days in the fridge,
If you think turkey burgers are dry and bland, it’s time to try this juicy burger recipe. Here, I’ve added creamy feta and refreshing dill directly into the patties, giving it wonderful Greek flavors and plenty of moisture. Some
This Mexican corn salad (Esquites) will be your new favorite summertime side. Although this recipe is not traditional, I tried to use similar ingredients that are prominent in Mexican culture. This recipe is also inspired by Elotes’ also known
My baked parmesan chicken and potatoes take 5 minutes to prep and it’s the perfect one dish meal. The Parmigiano Reggiano on top of the chicken gives the ultimate crust and flavor whilst the yogurt marinade makes it incredibly
Baked stuffed artichokes are an Italian staple. They make for the perfect appetizer as each leaf is individually removed and enjoyed. Artichokes are a bit of work, but the flavor always pays off. There’s not an Italian household that
There’s a secret to making the most refreshing summertime orzo pasta salad! My secret ingredient is freshly squeezed orange juice. The orange juice gives this salad the lightest most refreshing taste with a hint of sweetness. I encourage you
My creamy broccoli ricotta pasta will be your new favorite dish. The sauce is not only delicious, it’s nutritious made with hidden veggies which you’ll never know are in here. This sauce is the perfect way to sneak in
This semolina cake is also known as “Gris Halva” in Bulgaria. Semolina Halva is one of the most delicious desserts in the Balkans. It’s basically semolina that is slowly toasted in oil until golden, soaked in hot syrup, and
Making pickled onions is easier than you think. Did you know you only need one ingredient and 2 minutes of time to make the BEST spicy pickled onions? This is my best kept secret when it comes to quick
