Boiled sweet potato wedges seasoned with chili powder and grilled until beautifully charred. A smoky, slightly sweet side dish that rounds out a summer grilling menu with ease.

Imagine if a classic Italian dinner and a busy Tuesday had a very delicious baby. That’s this Chicken Milanese-ish. It’s the ultimate "fancy-casual" meal: sophisticated enough to impress a date, but simple enough to make while you’re still wearing your favorite sweatpants.

Muddled Fresno chile and agave are shaken with blanco tequila, mango juice, passionfruit juice, Cointreau, and fresh lime for a tropical, heat-kissed margarita. This vibrant, fruit-forward cocktail builds layers of sweet, tart, and spicy flavor that set the tone for a lively fiesta.

Mini sliders layered with deli ham, sharp Cheddar, and crisp apple slices on soft rolls with a pickle relish-mustard spread. A sweet-savory handheld snack perfect for game night.

Toasted coriander and cumin seeds are blended with fresh herbs, paprika, garlic, and lemon into a vibrant North African chermoula, half used as a marinade and half reserved as a finishing sauce for skirt steak grilled three minutes per side. This boldly spiced, herbaceous steak is a stunning patio party centerpiece that delivers layers of toasty, bright flavor in every charred slice.

A lightly sweetened whipped cream infused with vanilla and bright lemon zest. A versatile topping for pies, cakes, and fruit desserts.

Choux pastry dough is piped into hot oil at 350 degrees and fried until golden, then rolled in a fragrant blend of five-spice powder and cinnamon sugar while still warm. These aromatic, crunchy-outside, soft-inside churros put an unexpected Asian-inspired twist on a beloved fair food favorite.

A classic Italian pasta with fresh clams in a light garlic and white wine sauce with a touch of red pepper. One of the simplest yet most satisfying pasta dishes in the Italian repertoire.

Mini muffins studded with dried cherries and sweetened coconut, made with coconut sugar and Greek yogurt. A brunch-perfect bite-sized treat with a toasted coconut topping.

A rich butterscotch cake layered with brown sugar caramel and cream. A decadent homemade dessert that's a labor of love.