Summer

Mascarpone Roasted Peaches

We are hitting record high temperatures and the thoughts of turning on the oven are far from being at the forefront of o...

Rock Fish, Fresh Herbs Puree & Tomatoes

Skip To The Recipe Rock fish with fresh herbs puree and tomatoes. Fish is always welcome on our table and this very sav...

Zucchini Provolone Pasta

Zucchini Provolone Pasta. Summer bounty is in our fresh vegetables and fruits which are gracing our grocery stores and f...

Dragon Fruit-Mint Mocktail

A refreshing dragonfruit-mint mocktail to keep you hydrated in August. ...

Queso Fresco Stuffed Tomatoes

Queso Fresco Stuffed Tomatoes. A colorful and tasty side dish is a great way to celebrate the ripe tomatoes of summer.&n...

Mangoes w/ Rum & Vanilla Ice Cream

Mangoes with rum and vanilla ice cream are the dream dessert for any or all occasions. Easy to prepare, delicious, and s...

Jalapeno Burgers

Jalapeno Burgers.  A spin to our beloved burgers.  Imagine, a juicy, succulent and cooked to perfection beef ...

Rosemary, Peas, Lemon Chicken

Rosemary, Peas, Lemon Chicken. Juicy tender rosemary chicken paired with the tanginess of the lemon and the sweetness of...

Lemon Pound Cake - Giangi's Kitchen

Lemon pound cake. There are so many variations of pound cake as there are cookbooks written. However,  as the word ...

Tequila Shrimps. with Prosciutto and Basil

They taste as delicious as they look. Jumbo shrimps, or prawns if you wish, marinated with tequila, olive oil, and basil...

Fresh Herbs, Garlic and Salt Rub - Giangi's Kitchen

Grilling season is hhere and with it the use of rubs and fresh herbs.  Perfect rub for your meats, poultry, fish, ...

Fresh Herbs, Garlic and Salt Rub

Grilling season is hhere and with it the use of rubs and fresh herbs.  Perfect rub for your meats, poultry, fish, ...

Sun-Dried Tomato Tapenade

Sun-dried tomato tapenade. This wonderful recipe is what everyone should have in their repertoire for appetizers. Ready ...

Fettuccine al Pesto Genovese

Fettuccine al Pesto. A Genovese tradition. Genova the land of pesto and it’s origins can be traced all the way ba...

Curried, Lentil, Tomato & Coconut Soup

Curried lentil, tomato and coconut soup. Experimenting with new flavors, mainly curry, which I am sure by now you may ha...

Orzo with Basil Butter, Peppers, Tomatoes

Orzo pasta is not only easy to prepare but very versatile. It can be prepared ahead of time. Enjoyed at room temperature...

Chilled Tomato Gazpacho Soup with Crab

This chilled tomato soup is perfect on a warm summer day. It's a wonderful light meal when topped with fresh crab (o...

Honey Mango Gin And Tonic

Elegant, yet playful. A sweet, fruity honey mango gin and tonic. ...

Raspberry-Watermelon Sangria

A lovely warm weather raspberry-watermelon sangria. Made with a crisp rose wine, this foolproof recipe will cool you dow...

Cucumber Limeade Mocktail

A refreshing, low-sugar cucumber limeade mocktail for summer.  ...

Old Cuban Cocktail

Old Cuban is a cocktail similar to a mojito or French 75, but better. Made with am amber rum and topped with bubbly; an ...

Coconut Milk Panna Cotta

I twist on a classic: rich, creamy coconut milk panna cotta. ...

Tropical Pineapple Smoothie

A simple dairy-free tropical pineapple smoothie for summer. ...

Pomegranate Sorbet

Nothing more refreshing than a sorbet in the summer. Light, sweet and tart. A perfect end of a dinner for dessert or cle...

Classic Guacamole

Guacamole is one of life simple pleasures. This classic Mexican dip can be made thousands of ways, but I like mine fresh...

Light Mexican Corn Salad

Serve this Light Mexican Corn Salad as a nice alternative to the stadard option of rice and beans next time you're h...

Sake + Starfruit "Caipirinha” Cocktail

This sake + starfruit "Caipirinha" cocktail may become your new go-to drink for Spring. ...

Smoky Pulled Pork Street Tacos

These Smoky, sweet and spicy pulled pork street tacos with a jicama mango slaw will make your mouth happy. Substitute ch...

Jicama Mango Slaw

This light and healthy jicama mango slaw is super simple, colorful, sweet and spicy and will be a hit at your next BBQ. ...

Juicy Smoked Pulled Pork

This smoky juicy pulled pork in all its glory is great for big or small gatherings. Use it to make our smoky pulled pork...

Low-Sugar Vodka Lemonade

A modern twist on the classic and much loved vodka lemonade. ...

Oven Roasted Corn With Herb Butter

If you're over grilling, remember, there are options. This oven roasted corn with herb butter is an absolute must be...

Sake Lemon Drop

A classy sake lemon drop cocktail to enjoy as Summer winds down.   ...

Apricot Quick Jam

An easy apricot quick jam recipe that will become your new jam go-to. ...

Energy Boost Smoothie

An easy, healthy energy boost smoothie for Summer that everyone will love. ...

Horned Melon Tom Collins

Meet my horned melon Tom Collins, a tasty and refreshing cocktail for Summer. ...

Ahi Tuna Tartare

Asian inspired Ahi tuna tartare. I could live on this all summer long.  ...

Easy Quinoa Salad

This easy quinoa salad recipe may be simple, but it’s definitely not boring. Make it as a side for a good...

Bee's Knees Cocktail

Bee's Knees Cocktail—a lovely vodka-based sour drink infused with honey that is perfect for sipping on this Su...

Skirt Steak with Parmesan Chimichurri Sauce

Super tender, delicious and affordable Skirt Steak with CREAMY Parmesan Chimichurri Sauce is the per...

Pomelo Mojito

This tasty Pomelo mojito is light, refreshing and loaded with fruit flavor. It’s the perfect way to kick off the s...

Blood Orange Greyhound

Cherry Margaritas

Craving a margarita right about now?  Me too!  Do it up right with these Cherry Margaritas that are full of fr...

Lemon Basil Pasta Salad with Asparagus & Tomato

ScheduleThe weather is finally warming up and I am super excited for outdoor entertaining! This Lemon Basil Pasta S...

Best Bacon Caprese Sandwich

This Best Bacon Caprese Sandwich with basil garlic aioli combines two of my favorite lunches: the classic BLT and the Ca...

Summery Vegetable Rigatoni [Vegan]

Summery Vegetable Rigatoni - easy to make, light but satisfying and of course delicious! [Vegan]...

Fresh Cherry Pina Colada

THIS COCKTAIL IS AMAZING! It has all the greatness of a traditional pina colada, plus the benefit of fresh bing cherries...

TROPICAL PUDDING POPS

Tropical pudding pops are such a great treat for the kids. Fresh fruit and instant pudding are a perfect match in this a...

STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE BISCUITS

Strawberry Shortcake Biscuits are one of my favorite desserts, ever, and when you pair them with fresh, sweet berries? A...

No Sugar Added Cherry Lime Slushy

No Sugar Added Cherry Lime Slushy is perfect for the hot summer weather. All it takes is 3 simple ingredients to make a ...