Fresh Fig and Halloumi Kabobs with Balsamic Glaze: These are best hot, right off the grill when the cheese is melted and gooey.

Nectarines with Vanilla Yogurt and Grand Marnier This simple and refreshing dessert is a great end to any summer meal – especially a Meze.

White Bean Hummus: Make this hummus in less than 10 minutes. It’s wonderful with toasted pita, raw vegetables, or a sandwich spread.

Summer Vegetable Minestrone Soup: A hearty soup full of summer vegetables like zucchini, eggplant, kale and potatoes.

Summer Vegetable Linguine – whole wheat linguine loaded w/ peak summer veggies: zuccchini, fresh green beans, mushrooms & cherry tomatoes.

Layered Summer Vegetable Bake with Thyme and Pecorino

Grilled Green Beans with Cumin and Smoked Paprika – How do you cook your green beans? Steamed? Boiled? Stir-fried> How about grilled?

Blackberry Sage and Lime Freezer Jam It’s truly the easiest jam you can make and a wonderful way to preserve this quickly fleeting season!

Mexican Corn on the Cob – a global street food recipe courtesy of Spork restaurant in Bend, OR.

The Tuna Tartare Recipe from Michelin Star K&L Bistro in Sebastopol California.

Fresh Spring Rolls with Shrimp and Peanut Dipping Sauce

Banana Pancakes with Pineapple Marmalade: Chef Ed Kenney’s take on Jack Johnson’s sweet, sexy tune.

Spaghetti with Basil Almond & Pecorino Pesto: I’ve tried so many pesto combinations, but this is my favorite!