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Two-ingredient chocolate and nut bites, kept deliberately simple
Receptes.lv sets out a snack of chocolate squares and nuts, softened briefly in the oven and left to set firm again.
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Latvia’s Alberts Smits says Rangers must keep going without Shesterkin
The 18-year-old Latvian, a fifth-pick draft choice who made the New York Rangers out of camp, says the team cannot stop after Igor Shesterkin’s season-ending injury.
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Nutrition coach shares a quick high-protein tuna wrap
Kristiāna Lasmane shows a tuna wrap she eats often, built around the idea that one meal should supply about 30 grams of protein.
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Latvia-licensed Paybis fills Michelin restaurant at TOKEN2049
Announced from Riga on 16 October, Paybis said 200 finance and fintech guests filled Marguerite, the one-Michelin-star restaurant in Singapore’s Flower Dome, for The Garden Room.
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Five leave a Riga building after food burns on the stove
Firefighters were called to Smilšu iela shortly before 21:30 on Wednesday after food left on a sixth-floor stove burned across 0.1 square metres.
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Copenhagen’s Alchemist turns dinner into a five-hour sensory show
A two-Michelin-star restaurant in Copenhagen sends guests through a five- to six-hour evening where food is only one part of the experience, and Latvia is part of the conversation.
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Michelin chef Gal Ben Moshe teaches two classes in Riga
Jauns.lv met the Tel Aviv-born chef as he led masterclasses for future cooks at a Riga technical school and a hotel college.
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Latvia pumpkin harvest brings a giant winner and meals for patients
A Jelgava family won the national pumpkin contest, while the hospital event also secured produce for its kitchens.
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Choosing a Le Creuset colour by zodiac sign: an astrologer’s playful guide
A new astrology-inspired guide pairs each zodiac sign with a Le Creuset colour, offering Latvian home cooks a light-hearted way to choose a lasting kitchen piece.
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Why bottled water deserves a second look in Latvia's restaurants in 2026
Convenience still gives bottled water a place at the table, but a new assessment argues that diners and restaurant operators have good reason to look more closely at the choice.
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Boxed Riff Creamy Parmesan Cavatappi earns a repeat-buy verdict in new review
A new review finds Riff’s Creamy Parmesan Cavatappi delivers a polished pasta experience from a box, putting it firmly in repeat-purchase territory.
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Seven freezer items to reconsider before planning your next meal
A quick inventory before shopping or cooking can reduce kitchen clutter. An expert-informed checklist highlights seven frozen foods that may deserve a closer look.
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Kitchen deal roundup brings together 54 offers from Amazon and HelloFresh
A new shopping roundup highlights 54 kitchen and lifestyle offers, including promotions linked to Amazon and HelloFresh. Latvia-based shoppers should check delivery coverage and final pricing before ordering.
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Oishii brings its daifuku-inspired strawberry spread back in stock
Oishii’s daifuku-inspired strawberry spread has returned to stock, bringing a Japanese-dessert reference to the breakfast table and earning praise as an especially appealing topping for toast.
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15 candy-free Halloween handouts for trick-or-treaters in Latvia
A bowl of sweets remains a Halloween staple, but small snacks and useful surprises can offer a welcome change for young visitors. These ideas help hosts prepare an inclusive, practical trick-or-treat selection.
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Chai latte cookie bars bring café inspiration to the home kitchen
A Delish recipe for chai latte cookie bars gives home bakers a reason to translate the flavours associated with a popular hot drink into a shareable bake.
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Pesto and Parmesan Give Frozen Peas a More Italian Finish
Frozen peas need not stop at butter and salt. Pesto and Parmesan offer a simple Italian-led way to bring more savoury character to a dependable freezer staple.
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Habit's BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger puts real flame-grilled flavour at the centre
The Habit Burger Grill's barbecue-style bacon cheeseburger has become a customer favourite by pairing a familiar bacon-and-cheese format with the distinctive flavour of a patty cooked over real flames.
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Rare citrus offers Latvian restaurant kitchens a route beyond lemon
A new guide to 14 lesser-known citrus fruits is a reminder that the category reaches far beyond everyday lemons, limes and oranges — with potential inspiration for seasonal menus and curious diners in Latvia.
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Nine Chobani Zero Sugar yogurts ranked across fruit and cookie flavours
A nine-product tasting of Chobani’s Zero Sugar Greek yogurt range weighs fruit-forward varieties against cookie-inspired options, offering a guide for shoppers seeking a sugar-free choice.
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Spiced beef baked potatoes bring a picadillo-inspired dinner idea
A Bon Appétit recipe pairs baked potatoes with a picadillo-inspired spiced beef topping, offering a hearty, comfort-led dinner format for home cooks looking beyond familiar fillings.
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19 healthy ground beef recipes for practical home cooking ideas
A Bon Appétit roundup puts ground beef in health-conscious, flavour-led dishes, from a loaded baked potato to cottage cheese meatballs and peppers filled in the style of kofta.
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White potatoes deserve a place in Latvia’s healthy local cooking
Often dismissed as an empty-calorie staple, the white potato can form the centre of a healthy, satisfying dinner — a useful reminder for cooks exploring Latvia’s everyday food traditions.
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A single jalapeño addition can give deviled eggs a hotter edge
Deviled eggs can take on a sharper, spicier character with a simple jalapeño addition to the filling — an affordable option for cooks who want more heat at the table.