Welcome to “Memories from Home,” a culinary voyage where flavours evoke the rich tapestry of my pasts. Over thirty years have elapsed since I left my mother’s cosy nest and more than decade since I departed from my birth country. Remarkably, my nostalgia remained scant, perhaps because I managed to carry the most savoury and heartfelt memories from home.
Regardless of my location, the essence of my mother’s cooking, melded with my adaptations, has perpetually rekindled the familiar tastes of home. Through these cherished recipes, my son has forged a deeper connection to Brazil and the family we left there, experiencing the vibrancy and warmth of its culture with every bite crafted with love.
Cooking has transcended the boundaries of a mere survival skill; it has become a conduit for conversations, a sanctuary of shared moments and reminiscences between my son and me. It’s within the symphony of sizzling pans and chopping boards that our dialogues find their rhythm, and our moments crystallise into memories.
I’d like you to enjoy this culinary journey and discover how the essence of home can be encapsulated in each dish and how stories and flavours interweave to create a timeless narrative. Welcome to a world where each recipe is a return journey to the cherished lands of our memories—welcome to “Memories from Home.”