It’s hard to think of a better combo for a summer dish than spinach basil pesto, bright, juicy cherry tomatoes and squeaky fresh mozzarella. All tossed with al dente pasta. Caprese pasta is sure to be a hit.
Recipes
When we think of summer, we think of cones piled high with cool ice cream. But we don’t want just any ol’ ice cream! Being the food lovers that we are, we want fun flavors. One of our all-time favorite ice cream shops and makers, Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams, is hitting the nail on the head. Check out their new flavors to search out this summer.
Desserts and baking can use more than just the usual butter. Check out these sweet olive oil desserts chefs around the country are putting on their menus.
On most summer days, it feels too hot to bake on, but that doesn’t mean our sweet tooth is going anywhere. Check out these cool summer sweets to satisfy those sugary cravings.
Dreamy, roasted tomatoes are served over a bed of soft burrata cheese as an easy appetizer with crackers or a simple side dish for summer.
All the adults at the part are going to love these tequila paletas. The perfect way to cool down this summer.
We love burgers and hot dogs, but we also love variety. Check out these delicious main dishes and sides that you don’t oven see at backyard cookouts, but are perfect new things to throw on the grill for the Fourth of July celebrations.
If you are a hardcore kombucha fan, than you’ve probably heard of the LA-brewed Health-Ade kombucha before. They have a serious arsenal of flavors to keep out tastebuds happy. We checked in with the team to try a few fun flavors and fell for these delicious recipes featuring their Cherry Berry.
Summer is officially right around the corner. Dig into these favorite no-churn ice cream recipes to keep you cool all summer long.
Looking for the perfect food and wine pairing for a summer party? Check out these summer recipes and the refreshing bottle of wine that pairs perfectly with each.
Hot summer evenings call for cooking outside. Try these fun, grilled yakitori skewers paired with a slightly chilled red wine.
Golden layers of moist vanilla cake are layered between a fluffy cream filling with raspberry compote, and fresh raspberries in this Stacked Raspberries and Cream Cake.
Like a frittata, but baked in a muffin pan, these Caprese Egg Cups are perfect to make ahead for breakfast with spinach, tomatoes, basil, and cheese.
We love yogurt. We use it daily in sweet and savory and savory dishes, but would we call yogurt exciting? Not so much. We recently tried Clio’s greek yogurt bars wrapped in dark chocolate. Holy yum.
Enriched with butter and eggs, in our eyes, brioche can do no wrong. Check out these favorite brioche recipes that use one of the soft loaves in delicious concoctions or recipes to make your own.
This Strawberry Burrata Salad is an easy appetizer to whip up and it is topped with pistachios, basil, and a balsamic reduction.
Whipped cream and strawberries are sandwiched in-between layers of sponge cake in this sweet and simple strawberry and cream cake.
What sounds better than a warm muffin, cut in half and slathered with butter (or not) and nibbled on while sipping a cup of coffee?! Not much. Check out these favorite muffin recipes to brighten your day.
The cinnamon-sugar coated, fried dessert is one of our favorites. Especially when we have a rich chocolate sauce or bitter coffee to drunk it in. Going beyond just the usual sticks, here are our favorite churro desserts.
Chef Marco Sacco needs no introduction and is arguably one of Italy’s most prized processions in the culinary field. Michelle Tchea of Chefs Collective visited the Piedmont region (read more about it on her adventures around the Lake District and also Novara Country side in the North of Italy here), discovering the heart and soul of Italy with its amazing collection of chefs.
Quiche Lorraine is as classically delicious as it gets. Learn all about making a winning Quiche Lorraine with a recipe that uses plenty of bacon and Gruyere.
From their graham cracker crust bottoms to their toasted Swiss meringue tops, these s’mores cupcakes are a delight to make and eat. And, with the fudgy, chocolatey brownie cupcake in the middle… they’re nothing short of perfection.
Quick and easy to make, this sweet and salty snack of Sweet and Salty: Chocolate-Covered Hazelnuts s crunchy, buttery, sweet, and finished with a pinch of salt.
Learn how to make homemade Lebanese falafel recipe with dried chickpeas, loads of fresh herbs and warm spices. Serve the crispy balls with a creamy tahini yogurt.
Oreos make for stellar dessert additions. And not just for crumbling into a chocolate cookie crust. Check out our favorite Oreo creations for some sweet treat ideas.
Are you ready to celebrate Father’s Day? We’re here to help. Check out these kid-friendly…
Commander of her 1-Michelin Star restaurant, Italian Chef Marta Grassi has the tips to making stellar Italian risotto.
This Coffee Crème Brûlée is a silky smooth espresso flavored custard with the iconic crunchy caramelized sugar top. Decadence at its finest.
When my children were young, my husband took a yearly fishing trip to Vancouver with…
Try this Zucchini-Wrapped Chicken Bake slathered in enchilada sauce for an easy dinner you can get on the table even on a busy weeknight.
Classic buttermilk biscuits get a delicious twist by way of black pepper and cultured butter.
Two of our favorites, coconut and macadamia nuts, combine to make these raw Coconut-Macadamia Bites for a filling snack.
Restaurant Impero in Sizzano is a place you wish you could stumble on A family-run…
Fried Ravioli. A super easy appetizer of cheese ravioli fried until golden brown and topped with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. Serve with marinara sauce for delicious dipping.
These Peach and Pork Tacos are a bright, light fusion blend of flavors and ingredients in a recipe that is quick and beautiful.
This delicious Jalapeño-Cheddar Sourdough Bread is made with pickled Jalapeños, sharp cheddar cheese and garlic chives. Perfect with soup or on its own.
Chef Alex Guarnaschelli and Lindt Chocolaterie Ann Czaja team up for an incredible evening of dark chocolate, spirits, and hot fudge sundaes.
These almond butter cookies are the bomb. Ultra soft and chewy, sweetened with maple syrup, the nuttiness of almond butter, and loads of dark chocolate chunks.
Enjoy this sweet and savory honey garlic salmon recipe that’s perfect for two. Serve over warm, fiber-filled veggies for an easy, healthy dinner that’s ready in under 15 minutes.
This beef satay-inspired stir fry is not the usual skewered beef, but it is loaded with a delicious sauce that you will want to make again and again.
This 30-minute vegan burst cherry tomato polenta is bound to become a weeknight staple. Rich cashew cream is woven through hot polenta. Then, the polenta is served generously topped with burst garlic-herb cherry tomatoes.
Easily make a big pan of these warm ham and cheese sliders for a brunch or picnic crowd.
Fudgy, loaded with chocolate and studded with blueberries, these vegan blueberry brownies are rich and delicious.
This Greek Avocado Toast is an open-faced sandwich made with iconic Greek ingredeints. It’s time to take the hip toast to a new level of flavor.
From pound cake to banana bread, there’s something so delightfully simple about a loaf cake. Frosted, glazed or not, here are some of our favorite loaf cake recipes that are way easier to make than layered cakes.
Skip the box and make your own easy chocolate pudding at home. It’s simple and so luxurious.
Tofu Tikka Wraps are a healthy and super appetizing way to incorporate tofu in your diet. It’s not boring, flavorless or mushy.
We love a good hummus with plenty of tahini singing in the background. We also love the nutty-tasting sesame seed paste stirred into our desserts. Check out our favorite tahini dessert recipes.
This Strawberry Banana Smoothie Bowl is not only delicious but easy to make. A recipe that combines all things summer, strawberries, orange juice and bananas. It’s the perfect tasty, nutritious breakfast to start the day.
The secret to the superior flavour of this ice cream is an infusion of fragrant fresh mint leaves and cream.
Covered in an Indian spice blend, this kerala baked fish is a delightful and easy seafood recipe full of flavor.
If you’re craving something spicy, make a bowl of these vegetarian tofu Sichuan noodles with plenty of mushrooms and chili oil.
This easy breakfast casserole is perfect to meal prepping and is a total crowd pleaser. The Cornbread Breakfast Bake is loaded with meat and fresh veggies.
Taro not only makes for a fabulous savory starch, but also a sweet treat. These sweet taro sticks are a delicious bite with tea or coffee.
With all the flavors of banana pudding, this banana pudding pie sits in a delightful vanilla wafer crust and is topped with freshly whipped cream.
This Corn Puree with Gruyere and Basil is a side dish you should be bringing to every barbecue this coming summer.
You’re running the grill on Memorial Day? (Or at any backyard shindig this summer?) Check out these grilling tips to make the job a breeze.
Sausage and Broccoli Rabe Pasta, A simple weeknight meal that’s bursting with flavor. This pasta recipe is about to become a favorite.
Go beyond the usual hamburgers and hot dogs and check out these fun foods fit for a Memorial Day cookout or picnic.