This Grilled Corn Salsa with Avocado and Cilantro is summer in a bowl—bright, smoky, and full of vibrant color. Freshly grilled corn adds a toasty sweetness that pairs beautifully with creamy avocado, juicy tomatoes, and fragrant cilantro. A splash of red wine vinegar and olive oil brings everything into balance. Scoop it up with tortilla...Read More

This Southwest Black Bean and Corn Salad is a creamy, flavor-packed twist on traditional salsa—bright, satisfying, and perfect for summer gatherings. Sweet corn and hearty black beans mingle with colorful bell peppers, jalapeño, and fresh herbs, all tossed in a tangy, spiced dressing made with sour cream and a hint of chili and cumin. Serve...Read More

These Easy Pickled Beets are a timeless favorite—bright, tangy, and naturally sweet. They’re delicious served alongside roasted meats, added to salads, or enjoyed straight from the jar. This simple recipe brings out the earthy sweetness of fresh beets with a warm hint of spice from cloves and allspice. Ready in under an hour, they’re a...Read More

This Honey-Roasted Shiro Plum dessert is pure summer simplicity — ripe, golden plums caramelized in honey, brown sugar, and butter, infused with fresh thyme for an herbal note that balances the sweetness. The high-heat roasting transforms the fruit into tender jewels bathed in amber syrup, perfect for spooning over with cool, tangy crème fraîche. Elegant...Read More

These Grilled Blue Cheese Burgers are everything a great burger should be—juicy, savory, and bursting with bold flavor. Premium grass-fed beef is blended with tangy blue cheese, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of dry mustard for a rich, smoky depth that’s anything but ordinary. Grilled to perfection and served on toasted brioche buns, these burgers...Read More

This Stonefruit Bellini Salad captures the essence of summer in every bite — juicy peaches, plums, and cherries layered with tender Lola Rosa lettuce and a touch of sparkle from a peach Bellini-inspired dressing. The roasted peach and hibiscus vinaigrette brings floral sweetness and depth, balanced beautifully by crisp, nutty shards of baked Mimolette cheese....Read More

This Spicy Sweet Corn and Poblano Soup layers the natural sweetness of summer corn with the smoky depth of roasted poblano chilies and the gentle heat of jalapeño. Fragrant spices, slow-roasted garlic, and a touch of cream create a silky, complex broth that’s both comforting and lively. Finished with lime juice, cilantro, and roasted red...Read More

These Vanilla Amaretto Figs are a luxurious celebration of late-summer sweetness. Fresh California Mission figs are gently steeped in a fragrant syrup of Amaretto, vanilla, and sugar, creating a rich, boozy preserve that’s elegant and deeply aromatic. Each fig becomes tender and honeyed, infused with nutty almond liqueur and warm vanilla—perfect spooned over desserts, paired...Read More

While corn chowder is a beloved fall and winter staple in New England, this version celebrates the height of summer, when sweet corn is at its peak. Creamy and full of flavor, it’s made with fresh-off-the-cob corn, tender potatoes, and smoky bacon—perfect for a cool, foggy evening on the coast. Whether served as a light...Read More

This Creamy Coconut Chai Ice Cream blends the warmth of traditional chai spices with the lush, tropical creaminess of coconut milk—no dairy or eggs required. Naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup, it’s rich yet refreshing, fragrant with cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves, and silky-smooth from the arrowroot’s gentle thickening. Whether scooped into bowls or spooned...Read More