With picnic and pool party season right around the corner, I’ve started to prepare my list of fun appetizers to serve to my guests. These spring rolls are so fresh and are the perfect cool, crisp snack to serve on a sunny day. The crunchy veggies and creamy tofu and avocado blend wonderfully with the … Tofu and Veggie Spring Rolls with Peanut Hoisin Sauce
If your family is anything like mine was growing up, this time of year you end up with a lot of hard boiled eggs in the fridge. Or, if you don’t have kids and aren’t dying eggs, you’re trying to figure out some fun appetizers to serve at your Easter brunch or dinner. Look no … Deviled Eggs with Green Olive Tapenade and Crispy Capers
Spring is here! Is anyone else just sitting in the sun spot in their living room soaking up the rays of sunshine? (Nope? Just me? I blame the fact that I live with dogs.) Anyways, spring means that some of my favorite veggies (like asparagus) are super cheap and tasty right now. Roasting the veggies … Roasted Spring Vegetable Gnocchi with Lemony Basil Oil
When it comes to comfort food, Asian dumplings are one of my absolute favorites. This is definitely a recipe to make when you have a free afternoon, as they do require a little work (or make them with your friends or family and get everyone involved to speed up the process!). If you want to … Asian Pork Dumplings with Chili Garlic Dipping Sauce
Giardiniera is a combination of hot peppers and pickled vegetables. Ever since discovering it when I lived in Chicago, I have been obsessed with putting it on everything – eggs, pasta dishes, baked potatoes, tuna salad, etc. The other day I found a gallon tub of it when I was shopping at Gordon Food Service … Spicy Giardiniera Hummus
Mussels are one of my favorite appetizers to order if they’re on a menu. I’m not sure if it’s the mussels or the yummy broth they’re served in that I like more, but either way I’m hooked! I have a party coming up where the client wants mussels, so I decided to try out some … Red Curry Mussels
In our household, we are all about having healthy snacks around in case a sweet or salty craving hits. Normally on Sundays I will prep a bunch of fresh-cut fruit and veggies, energy bites and some sort of dip to go with the veggies. In this case, I had some feta and goat cheese in … Garlicky Goat Cheese, Feta and Shallot Dip
After weeks of large meals, I’m definitely ready for something a little lighter. This chicken salad is one of my favorites. It has so many different textures and flavors and the wonton cup serving bowls add a great crunch! Serve this as an appetizer or keep the wonton cups in an airtight container and the … Nutty Chicken Salad Wonton Cups
Sometimes I enjoy a good meatless meal. With my background as a vegan/vegetarian chef, I love making meals like this because they’re chock full of nutrients, but also naturally delicious. These tacos would also be great served as an appetizer! If you want them to be completely vegan, simply make a cashew sour cream using … Roasted Sweet Potato, Avocado and Caramelized Onion Tacos with Cilantro-Lime Crema
If you love the farmer’s market like I do, you know this is a great time to stock up on sweet corn. The taste doesn’t even compare to the canned stuff and it adds a pop of freshness to any summer meal. This flatbread is perfect served as an appetizer or at dinner with a … Roasted Beet and Sweet Corn Flatbread with Pistachio Pesto
