Heard of Butterfish? They are succulent little fish that live up to their buttery name. Their season is short, so hurry and give them a try.

Moist Blackberry Scones with a hint of Orange – and they’re gluten-free!

Penne with a Creamy Tomato Sauce….the secret ingredient is VODKA.

A Deliciously Simple Summer Dessert with only 3 ingredients and no cooking! Perfect for your next picnic or BBQ.

Succulent Cherries baked in a buttery Almond Cookie Crust – my new favorite dessert!

A Chez Panisse chef created this creamy yet fluffy spinach cake: a delicious cross between a frittata and custard.

Caramelized Rosemary Walnuts – sticky, spicy, salty, and sweet.

Fresh Peach, Marcona Almond, Endive, and Arugula Salad from Thomas Keller’s Ad Hoc At Home

Thomas Keller’s Peach Puree

Try an Alice Waters technique for preparing Fava Beans…it’s so good!

Spring Strawberry Jam with a hint of thyme and lemon zest

Preserve your own lemons…. it’s easy!

Braised Halibut with Pistachios and Preserved Meyer Lemon – easy to prepare and it’s fancy-restaurant-good!

Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble….so good I ate some for breakfast!

I found the recipe for this elegant Lemony Lentil Soup at my local gas station. Really.

Mussels with White Wine and Fresh Herbs: try this simple recipe and you’ll be eating a steamy bowl of these beauties in minutes!

I love this hazelnut cake smothered in whipped cream and fresh berries. Plus a splash of rum.

Parsley Salad? Yes, a simple and delicious Chez Panisse recipe.

Asparagus and Spring Vegetable Tart with a buttery gluten-free crust!

Rhubarb and Kumquat Compote – an unexpected Spring delight from a Chez Panisse chef.

Succulent Pork Loin roasted with rosemary, fennel, and garlic – always a crowd pleaser.