You’re at the market, in a rush and quickly need to pick up a pound of cucumbers for tonight’s dinner. There’s no time for a scale or maybe there isn’t even one to use. Here’s how you make sure you’re leaving the store with the pound of cucumbers you need.
From the ruby-red strawberries of early June, to the onyx-like blackberries that run rampant come July, to the two-crop season of garnet-colored raspberries that linger into August, berries — glorious, glorious berries — are the jewels of summer.
With these five recipes we’re elevating berries to their rightful place — as the crown jewels of summer desserts. So the next time you head to the kitchen, with your trove of berries in hand, you feel like a queen ready to address her quart — of berries, that is — with style and grace.
Salads are best during the summer. Full stop. If you’re a lazy cook, there’s nothing better than being able to throw a bunch of delicious vegetables or fruits in a bowl with some cheese (or not) and some vinaigrette (maybe). The fifth commandment of summer cooking celebrates the easiest meal to make. Strict followers will be rewarded.
Berry season is finally here, and with it comes an abundance of baked goods. From cakes and cobblers to brownies and pies, summer is the perfect time to showcase fresh berries in all of your sweet treats. Not sure where to start? I turned to 10 of my favorite bloggers for their berry best recipes. Happy baking!
It’s that time of year again. Farmers markets are busy, gardens are overflowing with produce, and CSA boxes with colorful fresh vegetables are being delivered. It’s prime time for veggie-filled dishes, and the slow cooker is every bit as helpful now as it is in winter. The ease and convenience of slow-cooking lends itself well to busy summer days, so you get to eat more wholesome meals without any extra fuss. Here are 10 ways it can help you load up on veggies all summer long.
I love people who have strong opinions about slightly random, not-so-important subjects — especially when it relates to food. Earlier this year when we interviewed Chef Dale Talde about his favorite bodega finds, he expressed passion for the very best bacon, egg, and cheese and late-night gatorade. I had to know if he had the same fervor when it came to ice cream.
Here’s what Chef Talde has to say about his favorite ice cream. Like you’d expect from a chef with four restaurants under his belt and an incredible new cookbook, his pint pick is perfectly balanced yet still intense.
You know when you walk into a room and it just feels good? You instantly get a sense that the person who lives there is happy and relaxed — and some of those good vibes rub off on you, too. It may seem a little out there, but there are correlations between a person’s mood and the space they inhabit. Here are a few ways to tip the balance in your kitchen towards positivity, gratitude, and gracefulness.
