Welcome to Loom and Sage
An avant-garde blog about my recipes, food and dwelling.
Hi, I’m Charlotte and I Have a Passion for Creating Beauty
I enjoy the beauty of food preparation, home decor and quality living. Let’s see if our tastes match!
Creative Recipes for Every Occasion
I enjoy experimenting in the kitchen and sharing delicious, easy-to-follow recipes for any meal or celebration.
Bringing Food Creations to Life
From homemade bread to beautifully plated dishes, I love turning simple ingredients into something special.
Home Decor with a Personal Touch
I believe your home should reflect your personality, so I share DIY decor ideas and styling tips to make any space feel cozy.
Lifestyle Ideas for a Balanced Life
From organization hacks to mindful living tips, I explore ways to make everyday life a little more inspiring.
Seasonal Inspiration All Year Round
I love embracing the beauty of each season with fresh recipes, decor ideas, and simple ways to celebrate the moment.
A Space for Creativity and Comfort
Loom and Sage is more than a blog, it’s a place where I share my passion for making life at home both beautiful and meaningful.
Fun Facts About Charlotte & Loom and Sage
The Name Loom and Sage Has a Special Meaning – “Loom” represents creativity and home, while “Sage” symbolizes wisdom and a love for nature, two things that inspire everything I share!
I’m a Huge Fan of Seasonal Decor
- I love switching up my home decor with the seasons, from cozy autumn vibes to fresh spring touches.
- DIY Projects Are My Therapy
- I Have a Soft Spot for Vintage Finds
I’m a Big Tea and Coffee Lover
- My day isn’t complete without a warm cup of something delicious, whether it’s a spiced chai or a perfectly brewed cappuccino.
- I Always Light a Candle When I Write
- Nature is a Huge Inspiration for Me
Watch, Read, Listen
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Rácponty: Baked Carp with Paprika Sour Cream
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus 15 minutes resting for the fish) Cook Time: 30–35 minutes Total Time: 65–70 minutes Quick Ingredients 2 lb (900 g) carp steaks or firm white fish (1–1.25 in thick) 2 large onions, thinly sliced 3 ripe tomatoes, sliced 2 Hungarian wax or green…
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Hungarian Vadas Marha with Bread Dumplings
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 6 servings Prep Time: 45 minutes Cook Time: 3 hours Total Time: 15 hours 45 minutes (includes 12 hours marinating) Quick Ingredients 1.2 kg beef round or silverside (in one piece) 500 g carrots, 200 g parsnips, 300 g celeriac, 2 onions 2 garlic cloves, 2 bay leaves, 8 black…
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Hungarian Sun-Fermented Dill Pickles (Kovászos Uborka)
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 12 servings (fills one 2-liter jar) Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 72–96 hours (fermentation) Quick Ingredients 1.5 kg small pickling cucumbers (8–12 cm long) 1 large bunch fresh dill (preferably with 2–3 flower heads) 6–8 garlic cloves, halved 1.5 liters filtered water 38 g non-iodized…
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Rákóczi-Túrós Squares with Apricot and Meringue
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 12 squares Prep Time: 35 minutes (plus 30 minutes chilling) Cook Time: 52 minutes Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes Quick Ingredients 280 g (2 1/4 cups) all-purpose flour 140 g (10 tbsp) cold unsalted butter, cubed 70 g (about 2/3 cup) powdered sugar 1/2 tsp baking powder + 1/4…
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Hungarian Bejgli: Walnut or Poppy Seed Roll
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 2 logs (about 20 slices) Prep Time: 1 hour 45 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 3 hours Quick Ingredients Dough (for 2 logs): All-purpose flour 500 g (4 cups), powdered sugar 60 g (1/2 cup), instant yeast 7 g (2 1/4 tsp), fine salt 1 tsp, cold unsalted…
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Hungarian Grízes Tészta: Buttery Semolina Noodles
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes Quick Ingredients 12 oz (340 g) dried wide egg noodles 1 cup (160 g) coarse durum semolina (búzadara) 6 tbsp (85 g) unsalted butter Pinch fine salt 2–4 tbsp powdered sugar, to finish (or to taste)…
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Hungarian Pork Aspic (Kocsonya) with Vinegar Onions
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 8 servings (8 small ramekins or 1 large 9×13-inch dish) Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 4 hours 30 minutes Total Time: 13 hours (includes chilling) Quick Ingredients 2 pork shanks, bone-in, skin-on (about 1.8 kg) 2 pig’s trotters, split (about 900 g) 3.5 liters cold water 1 medium onion,…
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Buttery Poppy Seed Noodles with Citrus Zest
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes Quick Ingredients 300 g wide egg noodles (szélesmetélt or tagliatelle) 6 tbsp (85 g) unsalted butter 1 cup (120 g) very finely ground poppy seeds 6 tbsp (75 g) granulated sugar 1 tsp finely grated lemon…
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Creamy Hungarian Potato Stew with Fried Egg
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 50 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 kg waxy potatoes (Yukon Gold), peeled and 2 cm cubes 1 medium onion, finely diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 tbsp unsalted butter + 1 tbsp sunflower oil (for roux) 1/4 cup (30…
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Chilled Sour Cherry Soup (Meggyleves)
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 6 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes (includes chilling) Quick Ingredients 1.5 lb (680 g) pitted sour cherries, fresh or frozen 4 cups (960 ml) water 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar, plus more to taste 1 cinnamon stick (3-inch) 3…
“Loom and Sage has completely transformed the way I approach cooking and home decor! Charlotte’s recipes are not only delicious but also easy to follow, making me feel more confident in the kitchen. Her home styling tips have inspired me to refresh my space in ways I never thought possible. I love how she makes creativity feel so approachable and fun. Every time I visit her blog, I leave with new ideas and a sense of motivation. Thank you, Charlotte, for sharing your passion with us!”
Emily R.
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