The Pink Gin Cocktail — this blend of gin and bitters is a British Royal Navy original

Pumpkin and Pork Chili — Perfect for Halloween. And you can freeze the leftovers for Thanksgiving eve!

Curried Cauliflower and Chicken Soup — this Indian-style dish is comfort food at its finest

The Journalist Cocktail — Stop the presses! You’ll need one of these to survive election season.

Beet and Fennel Soup — a seductive hint of anise livens up this healthy starter.

Cauliflower, Potato, and Pea Curry — this vegan delight is a great way to eat your veggies

Pasta with Zucchini and Mushrooms — Alfredo sauce and prosciutto make this rich dish sing.

The Boulevardier Cocktail — this bourbon “Negroni” is the perfect autumn drink

The Paradise Cooler Cocktail — say goodbye to summer with this Tiki refresher

Chilled Beet and Cucumber Soup — “beet” the heat with this refreshing summer starter

The Missionary’s Downfall Cocktail — fresh mint enlivens this Tiki “smoothie”

Corn, Zucchini, and Bean Soup — serve this Mexican-style soup hot or room temperature

The Vicious Virgin Cocktail — odd name, yes; but this Tiki drink offers great summertime flavor.

Curried White Bean and Pasta Salad — jalapeño peppers spice up this meatless side (or main)

Pusser’s Painkiller Cocktail — aka the Painkiller, this Tiki drink will soothe your soul

Beet and Goat Cheese Salad with Mint — raspberry vinaigrette brightens this scrumptious starter

The Martinez Cocktail — the Mother of all Martinis?