LATEST STORIES
LATEST RECIPES
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Bibimbap – Korean Mixed Rice Bowl with Gochujang Sauce
Bibimbap is Korea’s beloved mixed rice bowl topped with colorful vegetables, egg, and spicy gochujang sauce. Naturally dairy-free and adaptable for gluten-free diets, it’s a healthy, balanced comfort dish. Read more
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Mediterranean Quinoa Salad – Fresh, Protein-Packed, and Gluten-Free
This Mediterranean Quinoa Salad combines bright herbs, olive oil, lemon, and fresh vegetables into a healthy, protein-rich bowl. Gluten-free, dairy-free adaptable, and perfect for meal prep or picnics. Read more
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Sinaing na Tulingan – Filipino Braised Bullet Tuna
Sinaing na Tulingan is a traditional Filipino dish from Batangas, featuring bullet tuna slowly braised with kamias (bilimbi) and aromatics. A deeply savory, naturally gluten-free fish dish rooted in Filipino coastal cooking. Read more
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Peruvian Ceviche – Fresh Citrus-Marinated Fish
Peruvian Ceviche is a refreshing, zesty dish made with raw fish marinated in lime juice, chili, and herbs. A clean, gluten-free, dairy-free, and protein-packed meal that defines South American coastal cuisine. Read more
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West African Groundnut Stew – Vegan Peanut & Sweet Potato Curry
This rich, comforting West African Groundnut Stew is made with peanut butter, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, and spices. A nourishing, naturally vegan dish that’s easy, satisfying, and full of flavor. Read more
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Chicken Souvlaki with Tzatziki – Greek Skewers from Scratch
This authentic Chicken Souvlaki recipe features juicy marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection and served with fresh tzatziki. Naturally gluten-free and nut-free, with a dairy-free alternative included. Read more
SAUCES AND DIPS
- Sauce Gribiche is a classic French cold sauce made with hard-boiled eggs, mustard, vinegar, capers, pickles, and fresh herbs. It’s creamy without mayo, bright and tangy, and perfect when you want a sauce with real texture and crunch.
- Hoisin sauce is a classic Chinese pantry staple—sweet, savory, and deeply umami. It’s used as a glaze, marinade, and dipping sauce, especially for roasted meats, stir-fries, lettuce wraps, and noodles. This homemade version is rich and balanced, with the familiar hoisin flavor you expect.
- Green Goddess Dressing is a classic California sauce and dressing made with soft herbs, garlic, lemon, and a creamy base. It’s bright, fresh, and versatile—perfect as a salad dressing, dip for crudités, or drizzle for grain bowls and grilled proteins.
- Ssamjang is the essential Korean dipping sauce for lettuce wraps (ssam). Thick, umami-rich, and gently spicy, it blends fermented soybean paste with gochujang, sesame, aromatics, and a touch of sweetness—perfect with grilled meats, rice, and crisp veggies.
- Skordalia is a traditional Greek dip made by blending warm potatoes with garlic, extra-virgin olive oil, and lemon. It’s silky, pungent, and irresistibly tangy—perfect with fried fish, roasted vegetables, crusty bread, or beets.
- Guasacaca is Venezuela’s beloved green sauce—looser and tangier than guacamole, blended with avocado, cilantro, parsley, green pepper, vinegar, and oil. It’s zesty, herby, and made to drizzle over parrillas (grills), arepas, empanadas, and fried yuca.
- Mojo Verde is a zesty green sauce from Spain’s Canary Islands, made with fresh cilantro, garlic, cumin, vinegar, and olive oil. It’s the classic partner for papas arrugadas (wrinkled potatoes) and a vibrant drizzle for seafood, chicken, and grilled vegetables.
- Salsa Brava is the bold, signature sauce of Spain’s patatas bravas—a silky tomato base lifted with Spanish paprika, a touch of vinegar, and gentle heat. It’s quick, versatile, and perfect for tapas, roasted potatoes, and grilled proteins.
ABOUT ME
Sixto Carreon is a lifestyle chef and cookbook author based in Singapore. He shares simple, healthy, and flavorful recipes inspired by global traditions. Sixto’s goal is to make home cooking easy, enjoyable, and full of heart.

Sixto Carreon currently leads Western Events (banquets) at Andaz Singapore (Hyatt), where he executes large format menus, oversees execution for weddings and corporate events, and drives sustainability minded menu executions and operations.
Sixto Carreon perspective is regional.
He has trained through hands on classes and kitchens across Vietnam and Bali, and he documents food processes and market culture through photography as part of his research and teaching practice.
His writing focuses on making Southeast Asian flavor logic clear and usable for professionals and home cooks alike. Sixto Carreon is the creator of a family of food platforms — including SixtoCarreon.com (the mothership), ComfortDishes.com, SaucesAndDips.com, and Simply Cooking.com — where he shares technique notes, recipes, and menu ideas.
Sixto Carreon Ultimate Low Carb Cookbook introduced over 100 recipes and a 30 day plan; new titles, including The Sixth Senses, Truly Vegan, The Six Ingredients, Buro’t Asin, and Fiestas, are in development.
Focus areas: Western and Asian cuisines, Southeast Asian spice systems, banquet scale workflow, fermentation and acid based preservation, coconut fat behavior and emulsions, and practical sustainability in hotel operations.
Current base: Singapore (10+ years).—
Simply Cooking!
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