This Sweet Potato and Avocado Sandwich combines tender roasted sweet potatoes, creamy avocado, crisp vegetables, and a honey-Dijon poppyseed dressing for a flavorful vegetarian meal.Read More

These Individual Beef Wellingtons wrap filet mignon with mushroom duxelles, pancetta, and prosciutto inside flaky puff pastry—an elegant, approachable recipe from Chef Kerry Loutas.Read More

“This was one of my childhood favorites! It’s my Grandma’s carrot cake recipe with cream cheese icing. We used to make them in little loaf pans for maximum icing coverage!” — Pastry Chef Marina Sousa This classic carrot cake has all the charm of home baking — tender, moist, and delicately spiced, with a luscious...Read More

“These rich but not too sweet shortbread cookies have just a hint of sweet lavender fragrance and flavor. They are perfect to serve with tea, milk or lemonade. I make several batches to divide up and tuck into pretty decorative boxes or tins I’ve lined with pastel tissue paper. Be prepared to share the recipe...Read More

“When it comes to preparing foods I find at the farmers market, I like to keep it simple and let the ingredients speak for themselves,” says Chef Jay Dolata. “The farmers put a lot of work into growing amazingly flavorful produce — I just let them do all the hard work. Throwing a meal together...Read More

This refreshing Apricot Pineapple Smoothie comes from farmers market vendor Darline Pulido-Alicea of Pulido Farms in Hollister, California. Made with sweet Blenheim apricots, juicy pineapple, and fresh strawberries, it’s a bright and nourishing blend that captures the flavor of summer. Add a touch of protein or flaxseed oil for an energizing start to your day....Read More

Crisp, golden spring rolls filled with tender filet mignon, pickled ginger, and bok choy make a striking fusion of East-meets-West flavors. The luxurious beef contrasts beautifully with the light crunch of the wrapper, while the ginger adds a bright note that cuts through the richness. Paired with garlicky, Szechwan-spiced haricots verts and shiitake mushrooms glazed...Read More

This vibrant Banana Blossom Salad with Asian Pears and Chicken is a signature dish from Straits Restaurant in Santana Row. Popular across Southeast Asia, banana blossom salads are known for their crisp, refreshing textures and layers of flavor. In this variation, tender strips of chicken mingle with sweet Asian pears, fragrant Thai basil, Vietnamese coriander,...Read More

“Now don’t say, ‘I’m not going to make this, it’s broccoli!’ Who wants a broccoli salad? Well, as it turns out—lots of people! This Bodacious Broccoli Salad has long been one of our customer favorites at Gayle’s Bakery. Tangy and creamy, it’s packed with sharp cheddar cheese, crunchy sunflower seeds, and a touch of sweetness...Read More

This silky, fragrant soup balances the natural sweetness of roasted butternut squash with the gentle heat of fresh ginger and the richness of cream. Finished with a touch of maple syrup and nutmeg, it’s comforting yet elegant—perfect for a fall dinner party or a cozy winter lunch. Serve it as a refined starter with warm...Read More