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Shrimp and Peanut Stew (Mancarra Stew)

The mancarra stew is one of the most well-known traditional dishes of Guinea-Bissau cuisine. Creamy and unique, try this version with shrimp at home!… Read More Shrimp and Peanut Stew (Mancarra Stew)

15 May 202017 September 2023 Hellen | VivaHappy.comLeave a comment

Fish and Pasta Stew – Deliciously Portuguese!

A delicious fish stew with pasta (macaroni). It is a very typical meal in Portugal and can be served as a main dish or starter.… Read More Fish and Pasta Stew – Deliciously Portuguese!

25 April 202022 July 2024 Hellen | VivaHappy.comLeave a comment

Cod with Eggs and Potatoes | Bacalhau à Brás

Loved all around the country and beyond, this Portuguese classic is a popular favourite at restaurants and homes, for locals and foreigners alike.… Read More Cod with Eggs and Potatoes | Bacalhau à Brás

17 April 202028 September 2024 Hellen | VivaHappy.com2 Comments

Vegetables with Eggs and Potatoes | Brás-Style Vegetables

This vegetarian dish has become a new favourite for us, and I’ve been making it once or twice a month. It’s an easy, delicious, one-pan meal that is gluten-free, only needs a few simple ingredients, and takes less than 30 minutes to make.… Read More Vegetables with Eggs and Potatoes | Brás-Style Vegetables

11 April 202017 September 2023 Hellen | VivaHappy.com2 Comments

Spring of isolation: life in Lisbon, Portugal in times of Coronavirus

Spring has begun in the northern hemisphere, but social activity is not matching the weather. People are staying indoors, life has changed. There’s an invisible enemy in the air. This is life in times of coronavirus (COVID-19).… Read More Spring of isolation: life in Lisbon, Portugal in times of Coronavirus

22 March 202028 October 2021 Hellen | VivaHappy.comLeave a comment

My Spice Drawer

I love to cook and even though I make Brazilian dishes frequently at home, I’m also very open to exploring other cuisines, different spices, and cooking methods. … Read More My Spice Drawer

16 August 20196 September 2023 Hellen | VivaHappy.comLeave a comment

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✨ This vibrant, golden 'Bobó de Camarão' is pure c ✨ This vibrant, golden 'Bobó de Camarão' is pure comfort. 🥰 A traditional Brazilian stew, it combines tender, succulent shrimp into a velvety cassava and coconut milk cream. It is thick, aromatic, and packed with incredible coastal flavours! ☀️🦐🇧🇷
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✨This golden crustless almond tart is soft in the ✨This golden crustless almond tart is soft in the middle, crisp on top, and just sweet enough. Made with almond flour, eggs, and a few pantry staples, it’s naturally gluten-free and comes together in no time. 

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