From My Garden to the Table

A glimpse into my process, my garden, and the timeless traditions that inspire every dish.

My Garden

Welcome to my garden in Baranja. This is where I grow fresh vegetables, herbs, and fruits for my recipes — all with love and no chemicals. I’ve always loved growing food the way my grandma and mom taught me. My garden is more than just a place where I grow food. Why I Love Growing My Own Food? There is something deeply satisfying about growing your own food. From planting the seed to harvesting the vegetable and then cooking it — every step brings me joy.

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My Top 5 Most Viral Instagram Videos

From a Small Kitchen to Millions of Views A few years ago, I never imagined that simple homemade recipes filmed in my kitchen would reach tens of millions of people around the world. I always loved cooking, and my family always loved eating, so I originally started sharing recipes to show my future sister-in-law in Vietnam how well we cook and eat in Croatia. It all started with simple traditional

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My Classic and Modern Takes on Pizza

I have always dreamed of having a real wood-fired pizza oven in our backyard. There is just something magical about the smell of burning wood, fresh dough, and bubbling cheese coming together in one perfect pizza. Thankfully, my amazing husband Joe managed to make that dream come true. Using DIY YouTube videos, patience, and a lot of hard work, he built a beautiful handmade pizza oven for our family. It

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The Story Behind the 42 Types of Tomatoes in My Garden

My love for tomatoes began with my grandma. She absolutely adored tomatoes and spent countless hours in the garden growing them with care, patience, and pride. My grandma taught me that growing tomatoes is not only about gardening — it is about dedication, tradition, and love for the land. When I started building my own garden, my grandma was the first person there to help me. What began with just

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Home Sweet Home

Baranja – Croatia’s Hidden Gem of Nature and Food I want to share a little bit about where I come from, about a place my family has always called home. I live in Baranja, a peaceful and often forgotten region in the northeast of Croatia, far away from the busy seaside and tourist crowds. Located between the Danube River and Drava River, Baranja is full of beautiful nature, quiet villages,

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Home Wine Making – More Than Just Wine

Growing grapes and making wine has always been an important tradition in Baranja. For many families, including mine, wine is not just a drink — it is part of our culture, memories, and way of life. My dad has a beautiful small vineyard that he takes great pride in. Every year he spends countless hours taking care of the vines, watching the grapes grow through the hot summers and waiting

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