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How to Make Cacio e Pepe: The Classic Roman Method

Posted by Ben | Havocinthekitchen February 19, 2026Tags: Daisy, Pecorino Romano4
Bowl of authentic Cacio e Pepe pasta with pecorino Romano and freshly cracked black pepper, shown from a side angle.

Cacio e Pepe is a traditional Roman pasta with Pecorino Romano, freshly cracked black pepper, and starchy pasta water. This classic method creates a silky, creamy sauce without butter or cream, relying entirely on technique and emulsification.

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Traditional Chicken Cacciatore (Pollo alla Cacciatora)

Posted by Ben | Havocinthekitchen February 17, 2026Tags: Chicken, Daisy7
Traditional Chicken Cacciatore (Pollo alla Cacciatora) in a rustic ceramic bowl with tomato sauce and fresh parsley, styled on a wooden board with red cloth.

Traditional Chicken Cacciatore (Pollo alla Cacciatora) is a rustic Italian braised chicken dish made with bone-in pieces simmered gently in olive oil, white wine, tomatoes, onion, garlic, and rosemary until tender and deeply flavourful.

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Traditional Irish Stew with Guinness

Posted by Ben | Havocinthekitchen February 16, 2026Tags: Beef, Daisy4
ALT: Traditional Irish stew with Guinness served in a rustic bowl with tender beef, baby potatoes, carrots, and fresh thyme.

Traditional Irish Stew with Guinness is a rustic, slow-simmered dish made with tender beef, stout, onions, and potatoes, creating a deeply savoury broth with rich malty depth and simple, hearty flavour.

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Acadian Ployes (Traditional Buckwheat Pancakes)

Posted by Ben | Havocinthekitchen February 14, 2026Tags: Buckwheat Flour, Daisy5
Stack of Acadian ployes with melting butter, showing their porous buckwheat texture, with Daisy in the background.

Acadian Ployes (Traditional Buckwheat Pancakes) are soft, porous buckwheat flatbreads made with a simple batter of buckwheat flour, wheat flour, water, salt, and baking powder. Cooked on one side and stacked to steam, they are tender, slightly nutty, and traditionally served with butter, baked beans, or a drizzle of maple syrup.

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Creamy Maple Brandy Coffee Cocktail

Posted by Ben | Havocinthekitchen February 12, 2026Tags: Brandy, Coffee, Maple Syrup3
Creamy maple brandy coffee cocktail served in a coupe glass, dusted with cinnamon and garnished with coffee beans, styled with roasted coffee beans and dried flowers on a wooden board.

This creamy maple brandy coffee cocktail is a smooth, dessert-style drink made with brandy, coffee liqueur, cream, and maple syrup. Rich, velvety, and gently sweet, it blends warm coffee notes with silky creaminess for an elegant after-dinner treat.

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Creamy Persimmon Smoothie with Greek Yogurt

Posted by Ben | Havocinthekitchen February 11, 2026Tags: Persimmons6
Creamy persimmon smoothie with Greek yogurt and cinnamon in a glass, topped with diced persimmon and a slice, with whole Fuyu persimmons in the background.

Creamy Persimmon Smoothie with Greek Yogurt and Cinnamon is a thick, velvety drink made with ripe persimmons, tangy Greek yogurt, warm cinnamon, and optional natural sweeteners. This persimmon smoothie is smooth, gently spiced, and perfectly balanced between fruit and creaminess.

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