Just because you want a light lunch does not mean you cannot have big flavor. These squash are stuffed with flavors of the Amalfi Coast.

A gimlet has all the sophistication of gin with all the zing of sweet and tart lime juice. I make mine with both fresh Rose’s

A lassi is a cool Indian summer fruit drink w/ yougurt or is it a Central American batido? Either way this cantaloupe smoothie is sure to cool.

Zen Breeze is the cute name of this Zen Green Tea Liqueur Cocktail. A great by-the-pool sipper.

Chilled Bouillabaisse Velouté. But what the heck is a Velouté anyway?

White Bean Soup with Fried Sage is simple to make. But it’s a cook excuse to talk about properly cooked beans. So here goes!

Garlic Bread Soup. That’s right save your leftover garlic Bread for soup!

Summer means sweet, fresh corn. This Creamed Corn Soup makes the most of the season.

Plum Soup with Tarragon and Blackberries. The very essence of Summer!

Poblano peppers bring a deep nuanced heat to this unusual soup. But jalapenos provide the zing that makes it sing!

With just these few simple ingredients you can make a satisfying Leek & Potato Soup. Served hot or cold, it really warms the soul.

Do food bloggers have appropriate ethical guidelines? Are the recipes you find here all they seem to be? Are blogs private or public domain?

Are you harvesting yet? More tips and suggestions to get you there. Oh yeah and a bit of irony about my tomato season.

Simple and delicious. Marinated mozzarella. Everyone loves cheese!

Pancetta Wrapped Roasted Pork Loin. Is an easy and supper flavorful recipe.

These olives marinated with herbs and lemon make a wonderful bring along to any summer season event. Their bright briny flavors compliment

Candied Tomatoes & Sweet Basil Cookies. Yep you read that right! It’s a TomatoMania contest winner.

Grilled summer peaches served atop a delightfully delicate peach and Prosecco zabaglione. This really is simplicity at it’s best.

I used this Dill & Chive Cream Cheese Spread on bagels. But I can imagine so many other yummy uses too!

The key to a great salmon burger lies in a 2 step grinding process & adding great flavors. This one is paired with capers and fried lemon.