Eat a Rainbow Salad

Coo and Creamy: Chilled Avocado Summer Soup

Caprese Skewers – a super simple summer appetizer

Lemon Shrimp with Linguine ~ What is it about lemons and summer…they just go together. This is quick & great for your family or company.

Who doesn’t love little chocolate treats? These Mocha Fig truffles are the perfect little sweet-treat for entertaining.

Farmer’s market snap peas and spinach dress up this farfalle pasta in a simple, light cream sauce. Dinner is served, from a single pot!

A must have condiment for the summer – olive tapenade – so easy and so versatile!

Fish Tacos with Saffron-Ancho-Lime Dressing

Pan Roasted Red Grapes with Farm Cheese, Garlic and Thyme: Easy Appetizer Idea

Summer Vegetable Tart… perfect for weekend entertaining- you won’t believe how easy it is!

Refreshing salsa with strawberries, mint, cocoa nibs and a hint of ancho.

Italian Hoagie Salad

Steak and Potato Kebabs – the answer to what to throw on the grill.

Refreshing mango soup with hints of coconut and lime.

Lavender-Peach Bellini Cocktail

Peach Mango Pineapple White Sangria. Easy, refreshing, perfect for summer. Modest-sized recipe for small parties (or parties of one).

Spring Green Pasta with Saffron Cream Sauce

Blueberry Cream Cheese

Chocolate banana popsicles, simply delicious

Learn how to make stovetop popcorn at home, plus find my favorite variation (chili powder and dark chocolate) and other topping suggestions.

Candied cashews and pecans topped with bacon and smoked sea salt.

DIY Sandwich Bar — Perfect for the Super Bowl! Bacon Lettuce Avocado Sandwiches with a Ghost Pepper Mayo