Delicious Without the Dishes

Meals that hit different, sauces that seal the deal

Inspired by Travel, Defined by Flavor

DnDelish — Diaspora & Delicious is founded by Diana Nicole Darden, whose cooking is inspired by global travel and the rich flavors of the Black diaspora. Her cuisine blends comfort with creativity, transforming familiar ingredients into bold, vibrant dishes with a unique twist. Through thoughtfully prepared meals and signature sauces, DnDelish brings culture, flavor, and soul to every bite.

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View fullsize Orange Vanilla Posset Silky, creamy, and kissed with bright citrus ✨ This orange vanilla posset is one of those desserts that feels special without being complicated. Just a few simple ingredients come together to create something light, luscious, a
View fullsize Crispy Duck Confit with Roasted Potatoes Fall is officially here! Pair this melt-in-your-mouth poultry with a fruit reduction, your favorite mash, or roasted vegetables. This dish will give you all the comfort you need! 🍁 #duckchronicles #duckconf
View fullsize Lemongrass Tea Jammy Eggs These jammy eggs are so easy to make and keep well in the refrigerator. Eat them on curry, salad, buttered toast, or a bed of rice. Jammy eggs make every plate irresistible! #jammyeggs #homeshef #egglovers #egglove #slutty
View fullsize Gochujang Chicken Tacos These chicken tacos are crunchy and delicious. I mix gochujang hot pepper paste with chopped chicken for a sweet and spicy kick. Serve with traditional Mexican sides or Korean banchan and enjoy! #koreantacos #gochujang #tacos
View fullsize Jamaican Shrimp and Cabbage Wontons These stuffed and pan fried wontons are a great Chinese and Caribbean fusion appetizer. I serve them with a mango pineapple sauce for the perfect crunchy snack! #carribeanfood #jamaicanfood #jamaicancabbage #hom
View fullsize Mango Sticky Rice This dessert is so vibrant and requires no baking skills whatsoever. My version is topped with Ube coconut condensed milk, black sesame seeds, and mint. A refreshing treat to help combat the summer heat! #mangostickyrice #ubedes
View fullsize A Thai Feast! Shrimp Glass Noodle Salad with Thai Basil Chicken, Cucumber Salad, and Vegetarian Thai Yellow Curry. Had to send my girl off with a proper Thai dinner💛 @keepinitteal #thaisendoff #thai #thaicuisine #thaifoodstagram #thaicooking #th
View fullsize Beef Arayes with Lavender Honey This is my take on a Middle Eastern appetizer. Ground meat is seasoned heavily with fresh herbs and fully cooked in a pita until crispy. All the juices infuse into the bread making this so flavorful and delicious!
View fullsize Mardi Gras Creole Mussels ... I'm a supporter of buying food locally and making it work with your menu/recipes. I had some amazing creole oysters my last trip to New Orleans and I decided to make the flavors work with some fresh mussels. My dad intro
View fullsize Persian Lamb Stew .... This comfort food is made with lamb shoulder and roasted veggies. The mint sauce adds so much brightness but also gives this dish some festive flair🎄 Pair this with lavash or flatbread for a hearty weekend meal. #homeshef #ho
View fullsize 3M Japanese Mac and Cheese (Mushroom, Muenster, & Miso). I brought home some amazing miso from Japan and wanted to do a twist on one my holiday mac and cheese recipes. This mac and cheese turned out wonderful. The fusilli bucati pasta is a perf
View fullsize Smoked Salmon Salad This salad is packed with bright and fresh ingredients. It's the perfect side salad for a brunch or luncheon paired with jammy eggs, a French baguette, or fresh bagels. #smokedsalmon #homeshef #smokedsalmonsalad #freshdill #home
View fullsize Roasted Carrots with Balsamic Glaze & Pistachios These savory heirloom carrots are the definition of fall comfort food. They work great as a healthy side for brunch but are also wonderful with your favorite fish, poultry, or roasted red meat for
View fullsize Flank Steak with Chimichurri Normally I like to marinate flank steak for at least a day but this flank steak was only marinated for a few hours and came out perfectly. Pair this with some roasted veggies, rice, or potatoes and you have the perfect
View fullsize Calypso Shrimp Ceviche with Avocado Crema This ceviche is super light and fresh and a perfect shareable appetizer when #summertoohot. Serve it in a taco, tostada, or eat it with chips. #homechef #homeshef #tostadas #calypsoshrimp #shrimprecipes
View fullsize Japanese Potato Salad This savory Japanese potato salad is a slight variation of a traditional picnic classic. Perfect for your next summer bbq or family gathering. #japanesepotatosalad #homechef #homechef #potatosalad #paprika

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