The Monkey Gland Cocktail — named after a famous French virility enhancer. Really.

Feel good this summer with this Skinny Fajita Salad.

Radicchio-Fennel Salad with a homemade dressing

Wiener Schnitzel, breaded veal cuts, with a radicchio salad.

Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free quinoa salad with tomatoes, white beans, corn and basil. (in Polish with translator)

The Opera Cocktail — one sip, and you’ll be singing its praises

Chipotle Sweet-Potato Salad — spice up your summer cookouts.

Asparagus and Spinach Salad — prosciutto and poached egg add savor to springtime favorites.

The Dubonnet Cocktail — better than flowers for Mother’s Day.

Forget about hummus and use your jar of tahini to make this Beet Tahini Crostini

Classic Mint Julep with a tropical twist. Especially refreshing on those hot summer days!

Shrimp in Chipotle Sauce — spicy tomato zips up this traditional Mexican dish.

A crispy skinned chicken topped with poppy seeds, sesame seeds, onion, and garlic.

A honey-sweetened Prohibition-era gin cocktail that’s simple, clean and refreshing.

Homemade Deviled Ham — leftover ham gets a spicy re-do for sandwiches and canapés

Celery Root (Celeriac) and Potato Gratin — scalloped potatoes with ‘tude

I took the easier route with these pretzels, making them with a whole grain pizza crust mix. They are so delicious and fun!

Lentil, Rice, and Pea Salad — this healthy change-of-season dish makes a great main or side.

Asparagus and Gruyere Tart

Homemade Sandwich Masala – A blend of Indian spices for a flavorful sandwich. An aromatic Indian spice mix.

The Twentieth Century Cocktail — named after the “world’s greatest train”.

Vegetarian paste with white beans and apples – try it on your sandwich! (in Polish with translator)