DIY Vanilla Sugar – infuse plain ol’ sugar with vanilla goodness.

Take-Out Fake-Out: Chinese Spring Rolls.

Raspberry Lemonade Bars – the epitome of summer, in bar form. You’ll love these sweet-tart treats!

Grilled Pineapple Salsa – a fun, fruity twist on a classic for summer!

Strawberry-Chipotle BBQ Sauce – a little sweet, a little spicy, a whole lotta goodness. Less than 5 minutes to bring together!

Lavender Lemonade – my new favorite way to chill out this summer!

Chicken Chesapeake – a restaurant favorite on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Chicken, crab, and bacon in every bite!

Frank Stitt’s recipe for Strawberry Ice Cream – start summer off right!

Eli’s Asian Salmon – delicious, impressive, and easy.

Strawberry Pretzel Salad – if you love a sweet/salty combo you’ll love this dessert. The perfect way to welcome summer!

Bourbon & Brown Sugar Ribs – perfect for that Memorial Day BBQ!

Blackberry Cream Soda (for grown ups!) – my favorite way to sail off with the Captain…

Crab Imperial: A Chesapeake Favorite!

Crab Rangoons – a fake out take-out favorite!

Shrimp and Grits – a recipe from The Lee Bros newest cookbook! Classic Charleston.

Pink Moscato Sangria – a pretty pink sparkling cocktail to celebrate Mom.