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Our Recipes


Clair-Mel Island Banana Walnut Bread: “Baked with Rhythm, Spiced with Soul”
This banana walnut bread gets its groove from the Caribbean kitchens of Clair-Mel City—rich with spice, love, and island rhythm. It’s a loaf that tastes like home, wherever that may be.


Sulphur Springs Smashed Cauli-Fry: Crunch with a Causeway Kick
This crispy, flattened fried cauliflower draws from the rich Palestinian food traditions of Sulphur Springs, served with a bright salad and big Florida flavor. One bite and you'll be transported from the Gulf Coast to the Gaza kitchen.


Carrollwood Charms" — Baked Eggplant with Pomegranate & Persian Herbs
Bringing the sun-kissed flavors of Carrollwood to your table, this smoky baked eggplant gets a local twist with Gulf-grown greens and a tangy drizzle you’ll want to put on everything.


"Leto Lemon Lightness" — Couscous with Sun-Kissed Veggies & Optional Spiced Meat
Inspired by the North African flavors found in Tampa’s Egypt Lake–Leto neighborhood, this light couscous dish combines lemon, roasted veggies, and optional spiced meat for a fast, flexible meal full of Florida sunshine and Mediterranean soul.


Pinellas Pierogi Mash - Mashed Potatoes with Buttered Mushrooms
A bowl of golden mashed potatoes, swirled with sour cream and crowned with garlicky mushrooms—this dish channels the old-world comfort of Eastern Europe with a breezy Gulf Coast backdrop. Pierogi vibes without the dough.


Seminole Heights Suncake" — A Mediterranean-Style Orange Loaf
This sun-kissed orange loaf cake is inspired by the Middle Eastern flavors found in Tampa's Seminole Heights neighborhood. Fragrant with citrus and cardamom, it’s a simple, moist cake perfect for tea, dessert, or just a slice of sunshine any time of day.


The Egg on the Sun: Ybor Gazpacho with Attitude
Cool, vibrant, and packed with Spanish flavor, this Ybor-style gazpacho with a seasoned boiled egg is a refreshing nod to Tampa Bay’s Andalusian roots—where every chilled spoonful tells a story.


Clearwater Crimson: A Slavic Spin on Tomato Soup
This rich, velvety tomato soup gets a Slavic twist with a swirl of sour cream, a scattering of rye crumbs, and fresh dill—an ode to the Eastern European roots that help flavor Clearwater and beyond.


Pinellas Palayok: Filipino Seafood Comfort in Every Spoon
Inspired by the Filipino community of Pinellas Park, this comforting seafood soup combines Gulf Coast freshness with rich island flavor—featuring mussels, white fish, snow peas, and sweet peppers in a creamy coconut broth.


Brandon Back-Porch Meatloaf with Roasted Onions & Carrots
Easy, hearty, and full of hometown warmth—this Brandon-style meatloaf with roasted carrots and onions is a no-fuss dinner that brings Southern comfort to your Tampa Bay table.


Town 'n' Country Chicken with String Beans & Tomato
Smoky, simple, and full of Tampa Bay soul—this grilled chicken dish with charred string beans, juicy tomatoes, and fresh cilantro brings the vibrant flavors of Town ’n’ Country straight to your plate.


Pass-a-Grille Seared Scallops with Sea Salt & Butter
Inspired by the easy elegance of Pass-a-Grille, these buttery seared scallops let simplicity shine. No sauces, no frills—just golden edges, sea salt, and a little coastal magic on every plate.
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