Decorate your summer backyard party with this stunning Bloody Mary bar. The theme is watermelon, the fruity symbol of summer. Watermelons of all sizes are transformed into serving bowls, and...
Seasonal dishes
This watermelon-shaped cake will be a stunning addition to your summer party. To shape it, you'll need two 8-inch round cake pans and a 2-quart ovenproof dish.
This pesto version is made with a more savory version of watercress. Whisk the greens with pine nuts and Pecorino Romano cheese, then add white beans for texture. The flavor...
Did you know that watercress is considered one of the most nutritious foods? It's true! It's rich in vitamin K, which is essential for bone health, and antioxidants. Watercress is also...
The main ingredients of the Greek soup "Avgolemono" are eggs and lemon, which give the dish its name. The eggs enrich the chicken broth, making it thicker and more nutritious, while the lemon adds a refreshing flavor...
A peach and prosciutto appetizer might seem like a strange idea, but don't be so quick to judge! You'll find a stunning combination of sweet fruits (and their flavor will be even more intense after baking in the oven).
This pesto is based on fresh arugula. Its peppery flavor is perfectly complemented by walnuts and sweet-tart sun-dried tomatoes. Prepare the pesto just before serving by blending everything together...
If you're looking for something else to make with zucchini during the bountiful harvest, try these muffins. Grated zucchini is added directly to the batter, but it doesn't give the muffins a vegetable flavor, and...
You don't need to peel the young red potatoes for this salad: the thin skin contains many essential micronutrients that will make your salad healthier. Just be sure to wash them thoroughly...
These lean cutlets are made with zucchini and cannellini bean puree. The grated zucchini needs time to drain, otherwise the cutlets will be difficult to form and...
When zucchini is in season, you can make a coleslaw salad by substituting fresh zucchini for the kale. Combine raw zucchini with grated carrots and red onion in a tangy mayonnaise dressing and serve as...
Zucchini is often underrated, but with the addition of melty cheese and a crunchy cornflake topping, you can transform this summer vegetable into the perfect take-away casserole.
This classic Iranian marinated olive dish is filled with crunchy walnuts and pomegranate seeds, crushed garlic, and fresh herbs. But its real highlight is the pomegranate molasses. This...
If you're familiar with the pickleback cocktail, where you drink a shot of whiskey followed immediately by a shot of pickle juice, you'll love this lemon-ginger version, which is drunk after...
The morning after the holiday, invite family and friends to the table to continue enjoying the holiday delicacies. This recipe suggests frying Belgian waffles using leftovers from your Valentine's Day dinner...
Instead of traditional corn chips, these nachos are made with sweet potato waffle fries. Spread them in an even layer on a baking sheet and top with chili con carne (or just...
You don't have to be a gardener to plant this bed. Your guests will be impressed by this unique presentation of a vegetable appetizer with a dipping sauce. The dipping sauce is topped with a layer of crumbled black bread—it's...
This vegetarian chili is made with eggplant, tomatoes, corn, and beans, and for an even more filling meal, add shredded tofu, which makes a great substitute for ground meat. From...
Try this light and airy cheese soufflé, infused with the refreshing aroma of fine herbs. Fine herbs is a French culinary term used to describe the classic combination of delicate greens...
The star of this hash brown isn't the potato, but the yucca root, which makes a worthy substitute. When boiling yucca, thin pieces cook faster than thick ones, so check for doneness by...
This retro cocktail from the late 19th century, invented within the walls of Yale University, remains relevant today, especially since all of its ingredients are readily available, unlike many others...
This savory-sweet salad combines watermelon with feta, cucumbers, olives, and fresh mint. It's delicious, juicy, and refreshing—perfect for a summer snack. Everything...
This light rosé-based cocktail is perfect for summer parties and brunches. Expect a refreshing combination of watermelon, orange, and lime, while the soda adds a touch of bubbly sparkle.
Any small pasta, such as ptitim or orzo, will work for this salad. Combine it with blanched lima beans, herbs, dressing, and grated Parmesan cheese for a delicious, filling, and juicy...
This impressive vegetarian shawarma will whet even the most meat-loving of palates. Thinly sliced autumn vegetables are marinated in a blend of warm spices and olive oil, and...
Whether you're fasting or eating plant-based every day, this vegan version of shepherd's pie will delight anyone who misses the warming winter classic. It looks just like...
Unrefined virgin or extra virgin coconut oil gives pie dough the same texture as butter. The pie is crumbly and tender. Furthermore, with this dough...
The combination of walnuts and dried lavender infuses this simple shortbread with incredible aroma and flavor. Fold the chopped nuts into the dough, then sprinkle the lavender over the dough before baking.
When you need an elegant dessert on the fly, this simple recipe will come to the rescue. If you have frozen Belgian waffles, perfect! Toast them in a toaster and assemble a cake with three waffles, spread...
In this luxurious vegan cake, warm notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger perfectly complement the sweetness of carrots, which, along with applesauce and coconut oil, make it deliciously moist.
This thick, hearty vegan soup combines the vibrant flavors of Spanish cuisine. Smoked paprika (also known as pimenton) gives it a rich, savory flavor that even meat lovers will love. For...
Whether you're planning a surprise for someone special or a fun craft project with kids, these simple, delicious, and beautiful sugar cookies are perfect. For cookies on...
Upside-down pie lovers will appreciate this pear version of the French apple tart, Tarte Tatin. This dessert requires more cooking than baking, and you don't even need a special pan...
This berry-filled upside-down pie is perfect for dessert or brunch, especially with a dollop of sweetened sour cream. The subtle citrus flavor of lemon zest added to the batter...
Bake an upside-down cake with a Bananas Foster flavor. This soft, moist cake is infused with aromatic dark rum and topped with caramel and banana slices. All you need to bake it...
The Jamaican tangelo (also known as an ugly or unique) is a hybrid of a mandarin and grapefruit with an ugly, wrinkled rind and a bright, citrusy flavor that can range from sweet to tart and bitter.
These wraps, made with quickly fried ground chicken in a Thai sweet and spicy sauce and served on lettuce leaves, are easy to customize to suit each guest's taste. Serve the wraps on a platter, surrounded by...
This appetizer features traditional Mexican nacho ingredients, but a few bright accents give it a Thai twist. Fish and peanut sauce, along with a touch of sugar and lime juice,...
Vegetable appetizers are always popular: low in calories, they help satisfy hunger while providing healthy benefits. The key is to present them in a unique way to ensure your guests are satisfied. For example, you could assemble a vegetable...
This quinoa-based bowl delivers all the flavors of a Tex-Mex burrito: juicy grilled beef, sweet and spicy vegetables, and toppings that brighten and enhance the dish. Everything...
This hearty, warming Tex-Mex soup comes together in just over half an hour from pantry staples. Canned tomatoes with green chiles, a can of black beans, and a can of pinto beans...
Salmon fillet and green onions are brushed with a flavorful teriyaki sauce and grilled to delicious char marks and a glossy glaze, served with an avocado and cucumber salad in a light vinaigrette...
Tarte Tatin, a French upside-down pie, is a wonderful use for apples, especially when they're in season. Few cooks dare to make classic puff pastry from scratch at home, so this recipe...
Tangyuan are soft rice flour balls traditionally eaten for dessert during family dinners on Chinese New Year's Eve. Each bowl of tangyuan symbolizes unity, and the smoothness...
Before roasting, the turkey is marinated overnight in a fragrant tea brine with orange juice and a splash of bourbon, which makes the meat tender, juicy, and very flavorful.
In this julep recipe, traditional mint is replaced with equally fragrant tarragon. Combined with fresh strawberries and natural vanilla, it creates a stunningly sweet, refreshing flavor, perfect...
When Margarita meets sangria, you get this delicious fruit punch for a crowd. Sangrita is made with white wine, tequila, and lime. Instead of the usual ice cubes, add...
Sangria-flavored panna cotta is the perfect light, impressive dessert for adults. After dissolving the gelatin in milk, add the reduced, spiced red wine, orange zest, and...
Sandia loca is a Mexican sweet, sour, salty, and spicy fruit salad sold by street vendors. Its name translates from Spanish as "crazy watermelon." It's made from half a watermelon...
Samoa tartlets are a delicious combination of chocolate, caramel, coconut ice cream, and coconut on a crumbly coconut crust. They are baked in a standard muffin tin.
























































