Ahhh the end of summer is here and if you have a garden, you know what that means: so much zucchini. Like so, SO much. And if you don’t have a garden, just know that all the farms right now…
Vegan Stuffed Squash Blossoms
Conceptually, Fried Stuffed Squash Blossoms sound delicious. But even though I’m not a vegan (far from it, actually – I’m pescatarian!), the idea of eating fried pockets of ricotta didn’t always sound completely fulfilling or appetizing to me. With a…
Banana Ice
Banana ice is exactly what I make when I’m torn between having my ice coffee black and strong, or opting in for one of my favorite (healthier!) lattes – the banana latte. It’s a compromise, and I love it. The…
Apricot Mignonette (and how to shuck an oyster!)
My hot take: I love shucking oysters. I think it’s fun, only a little bit challenging, but once you get the hang of it, it’s kind of like solving a super satisfying puzzle. Anyone can shuck an oyster, you just…
Quinoa Salad with Halloumi & Coconut Cilantro Dressing
I joke that if I were to ever have a Ben & Jerry’s flavor I’d have to name it “Hold it Together” because I’d strictly want the ice cream there JUST as a vehicle for holding together all the toppings,…
Peach Saffron Jam
Summer is in full swing, and you know what that means? Wonderful, ripe summer fruit! And you know what THAT means? JAM! Lots of jam, and homemade jam at that. While making and preserving jam is a science that people…
