Beyond Hamburgers and Hot Dogs: Fun Foods for a Memorial Day Party

Go beyond the usual hamburgers and hot dogs and check out these fun foods fit for a Memorial Day cookout or picnic.

Cassis Mousse Cake

This cassis mousse cake is fruity, sweet, soft and so beautiful. A stunning way to highlight the black currant.

Garlic Eggplant

This simple side dish of garlic eggplant is made with Chinese eggplant in a mouth-watering garlic sauce. It’s the perfect side with noodles or fried rice.

Buttered Chicken Sliders

A dump and push kind of instant pot butter chicken, that is perfect for sliders or just over rice.

Bhel Puri: Savory Puffed Rice

Bhel Puri is a chaat and savory snack that is traditionally made with puffed rice, vegetables, sev, chutneys and peanuts. In this case however, I have replaced the puffed rice with the rice krispie cereal for fun and easy crunch.

Flattened Rice Poha

This quick and simple recipe of Flattened Rice Poha or Kanda poha is quite popular India and is a staple breakfast food in many households.

Spring Appetizer: Whipped Beet Ricotta Dip with Lemon Zest and a Glass of Rosé

Invites to backyard barbecues and spring soirees are flowing in. Here’s the appetizer and wine to bring to each of the shindigs you are invited to. This easy whipped beet ricotta dip with a zing of lemon zest is the perfect pair with a cool glass of Meiomi rosé wine.

Sweet Potato-Halva Brownies

Sweet potato brownies are the perfect chocolatey, rich and flavorful vegan, gluten-free dessert and they only get better when topped with a nutty-sweet halva glaze.

Triple Nut Butter Recipe
Homemade Triple Nut Butter

Made with three different nuts for the perfect consistency, this homemade triple nut butter is simple to throw together in your food processor.

Delicious Things to Make with Laminated Dough

Rory Macdonald’s new cookbook, Bake, has a foolproof laminated dough recipe perfect for making croissants and more. Here are our favorite things to make with laminated dough.

Black Sesame Frozen Yogurt

Come to life after one delightful bite of this sweet and nutty black sesame frozen yogurt.

We Think Raisins are Such a Fun and Overlooked Ingredient: Favorite Raisin Recipes

Raisins aren’t old hat, they’re a classic ingredient that we think should be used in more sweet and savory recipes. Check out these favorite raisin recipes.

Tex-Mex Grilled Cheese

With guacamole and peppers, this Tex-Mex Grilled Cheese is about to become a favorite dinner sandwich.

Deep-Fried Whole Belly Clams

Crispy, golden Deep-Fried Whole Belly Clams are crunchy, chewy and a little bit briny — all in one bite. Great with homemade tartar sauce and fries.

Oatmilk Breakfast Cookies

Cookies for breakfast? Sounds delightful! Make a batch of these dairy-free breakfast cookies made with Oatmilk and without any added sugar that are perfect to start your morning.

The Pastry Chefs Behind The Conrad Dublin’s Tea Time

Let Pastry Chef Brizaida Hernandez and Michelin Star Chef Eddie Benghanem take you on an unforgettable journey at Conrad Dublin’s Tea Time.

Chocolate for Mom: Basil-Lemon White Chocolate Ganache

Sure, sure, a box of chocolates for Mom is nice, but we’ve been there and have done that. Surprise Mom with a new kind of chocolate. Whip up a big batch of this Basil-Lemon White Chocolate Ganache and drizzle it over an impressive tiered cake, a simple pound cake loaf, cookies and more.

Vanilla Latte Overnight Oats

These Vanilla Latte Overnight Oats with Greek Yogurt are a simple, 5 ingredient and protein packed way to start your day! Make them ahead for easy mornings.

Mint Chocolate Popsicles

Talented food blogger and Honest Cooking contributor Sarah Bond is releasing her very first cookbook, For the Love of Popsicles! It’s loaded with fun and refreshing popsicle recipes to keep you cool this coming spring and summer.

Lavender and Lemon-Poppy Seed Cookies

These Lavender and Lemon-Poppy Seed Cookies are the perfect spring dessert that you can enjoy with a zesty lemon icing.

Easy and Satisfying: Our Favorite Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

True comfort food, there’s something so satisfying about a good grilled cheese. Check out our favorite grilled cheese sandwiches that you can have on the table in no time.

A Farmer’s Market Mother’s Day

If your mom loves a good farmer’s market, then she will love a breakfast in bed or special dinner prepared by you, featuring local, seasonal produce. Skip a material gift and make mom one of these spring dishes for Mother’s Day.

Dark Chocolate Cherry Cake

This Dark Chocolate Cherry Cake is a total stunner and happens to be vegan. Vanilla cake is studded with fresh cherries and chocolate chunks, sandwiched with a fresh cherry filling, and crowned with a dreamy chocolate ganache.

Sourdough Sandwich Bread
Ultra Soft Sourdough Sandwich Loaf

This Sourdough Sandwich Loaf is soft and light – perfect for making sandwiches or toasting.

Cheesecake and Blueberry Parfaits

This easy, but elegant, dessert features a homemade blueberry sauce layered with pound cake and a sweet cream cheese filling that mimics the taste of cheesecake. Perfect for any occasion!

Sweet-Potato Salmon Cakes with a Creamy Sriracha-Dill Sauce

Sweet-Potato Salmon Cakes with a Creamy Sriracha-Dill Sauce, a flavor combo you will love. Sweet potato binds with flaky pan-seared salmon to create an uber-healthy sensational meal.

Pastry Chef Brielle Creates Dark Chocolate Magic

Fontainebleau Miami Beach’s Executive Pastry Chef Brielle Fratellone succeeds in crafting an exclusive dark chocolate called Sapphire Noir.

Bartender Adam Gamboa Makes a Mean Mocktail and You Can Too

Lead Bartender Adam Gamboa has perfected the alcohol-free Negroni. Why? Because sometimes you can’t or don’t want to have a spiked drink, but you still miss the flavors of a good cocktail. Check out some tips for making a mean mocktail.

Gluten Free: Decadent Brownie Bites

Gluten free brownie bites are totally a thing! These decadent bites of chocolate are super satisfying and fun for a party.

Delicious Dishes Besides Tacos to Make for Cinco de Mayo

We love tacos, but we eat them all the time. To celebrate Cinco de Mayo, we want to go beyond our usual and celebrate with other delicious authentic and Tex-Mex dishes. Here are some of our favorites.

15-Minute Chili Con Carne Wraps

This recipe for 15-Minute Chili Con Carne Wraps is super simple and uses a few shortcuts to get dinner on the table in minutes mid-week.

Perfect Cocktail and Taco Pairings

Cinco de Mayo is a perfect, although unnecessary, excuse to drink cocktails and eat tacos. Check out these perfect cocktail and taco pairings that will make you tastebuds sing.

One-Pan Apricot and Honey Pork Chops

This easy recipe for One-Pan Apricot and Honey Pork Chops is not only tasty and easy, it’s a winner all year long, with fresh or canned fruit.

Cobb Salad Wraps

Cobb Salad Wraps take all of the goodness of a cobb salad and puts it into a lettuce wrap! Simple and easy to pack for lunch.

Crispy Avocado Tacos

Creamy, crispy avocado tacos with fresh pineapple salsa and a creamy chipotle sauce. The perfect vegetarian combo for your next taco night.

Vegan Jalapeño Queso Dip

Create a deceptively creamy, queso-like dip loaded with spicy jalapeños for dipping and drizzling on so many things.

Homemade Cauliflower Tots

These Easy Cauliflower Tots are the perfect baked bite-size appetizer, made with fresh cauliflower, scallions and parmesan cheese.

Steak Tartare on Grilled Bone Marrow and Pommes Soufflé by Chef Toni Romero

After finishing the last season in el Bulli as chef de partie, Toni Romero went to Maison Pic, in Valence (3 *Michelin) as a station chef as well; and nowadays he owns and runs Suculent Restaurant in Barcelona.

Chocolate Chip Zucchini Muffins

These healthy chocolate chip zucchini muffins are naturally sweetened and made with whole wheat flour. They’re fluffy, moist and absolutely delicious. Just one bowl is necessary, so there’s virtually no clean-up.

Bengali Dessert: Homemade Kesar Pista Rasmalai

Rasmalai is nothing but an extension of bengal’s famous spongy rasgulla, served with rabdi or thickened milk as per the local preferences goes.

Easy Coconut Date Bites

These Easy Coconut Date Bites are a great snack to bring you energy and make your day.

Almond Crusted Chicken Cutlets with Lemony Greens

This easy recipe for Gluten Free Chicken Cutlets with Greens is a healthy and satisfying dinner idea you will love. They’re flavored with Dijon mustard and coated with almonds, then pan fried to get an incredibly crispy crust that just so happens to be both gluten and dairy free. Serve them with a crisp + lemony apple, arugula and shaved Brussels sprout salad for a refreshing compliment to the crunchy, tender chicken. You don’t have to be on a gluten free diet to love this recipe.

Easy Dip Recipes to Bring to Spring Festivities

It’s the season of bridal showers, patio parties, graduation gatherings… check out these easy dip recipes that you can bring to the next event you. Don’t show up empty handed!

Strawberry Swirl Bundt Cake

This eggless strawberry swirl bundt cake is made with a hint of fennel and is true strawberry indulgence. A fluffy fennel sponge cake, a strawberry jam swirl and a delicious glaze. Perfection.

Spring Goat Cheese and Asparagus Pizza

Pizza is a favorite food of mine and I eat it at least once a…

Matcha-Lemon Tart

With beautiful piping, this matcha-lemon tart is first layered with an almond frangipane filling in a matcha tart dough and topped with lemon curd and meringue.

Cheddar-Garlic Biscuits

These garlic cheddar biscuits are not only delicious, they are SO easy to make. All…

Easy Blueberry Pie Cinnamon Rolls

These Easy Blueberry Pie Cinnamon Rolls are quick sweet rolls made with store-bought dough, a three-ingredient blueberry filling, and a lemon cream cheese frosting.

Perfect Spring Recipes with Prosciutto di Parma

Celebrate spring or at your Easter brunch with these fun appetizer dishes made with the ever-delicious Prosciutto di Parma, aka the King of Hams.

White Tiramisu

Without the cocoa powder, this white tiramisu is soaked in rum and has bright flavors of citrus.

Banana Love is Real: Favorite Banana Recipes for Banana Day

Today is National Banana Day, but who really cares. We love bananas everyday of the week. Check out our current favorite banana recipes.

Vegan Sweets: Spring-y Sugar Cookie Bars

These vegan sugar cookie bars are sweet, simple, and comforting. Dress them up or down however you see fit. Change up the color of the buttercream, add sprinkles or crushed freeze-dried raspberries, etc.

Noodle Recipes We’re Currently Devouring

You know when that noodle craving hits and nothing else will do? Dig into this list of noodle recipes that we are currently making on repeat.

Where Elegance and Tranquility Meet: The Conrad Dublin

Twenty minutes from Dublin’s Airport, The award-winning Conrad Dublin is centrally located offering elegant accommodations while staying in Dublin.

Baked Banana Oat Doughnuts

Banana Oat Doughnuts are a simple and easy breakfast treat that can be made with a handy mini donut maker or just baked in the oven. So delicious!

Mini Dutch Baby Pancakes

Mini Dutch Baby Pancakes with Berry Compote is about to become a breakfast favorite. They’re mini, adorable, and super-tasty, too.

All About Gumbo and a Seafood Gumbo Recipe

New Orleans, aka the Crescent City is a fascinating place known for diversity, culture, and its rich heritage. Put it all in a bowl to eat and enjoy, and you would have what is known as gumbo.

French Toast Muffins

Save your stale bread with these easy to make and eat French toast muffins.

Beautiful Vegan Banana Bread

Once you try this super easy, fool proof vegan banana bread, you won’t want to use any other recipe! Sweetened with maple syrup and bananas and mixed by hand, no need to dirty the mixer.

Buttermilk Blueberry Scones

Try this dreamy blueberry scone recipe for your next brunch or simple cup of coffee at home. The recipe even comes with dairy-free substitutions.