Sangria…. possibly one of my favorite summer drinks (and fall, and winter…. 🙂 )
Of course as a busy city girl, many of my recipes are semi-homemade. This isn’t any different, I use sangria wine instead of red wine to get a head start. But when the fresh marinated fruits are added, this stuff is just soul satisfying. I am not ashamed to say that I’ve finished a whole bottle by myself, in one night :/
Another best part about this drink, it’s even better the next day 🙂
This has become my go to side-dish lately. I’m obsessed with it.
To make it easier, I use frozen cauliflower, but you can definitely make it with fresh cauliflower. This pair really well with anything from seafood to steak. I top it off with the caramelized onion for some extra flavors, but it’s just as delicious by itself.
How pretty is that taco? And it tastes just as good 🙂 🙂
Growing up in Queens, NY has taught me well about authentic tacos. The taco trucks under the 7 train have always been my go to spot for a late night snack/meal. These tacos are so simple and fresh. They are never loaded with cheese or sour cream, just simple salsa, onions and various spicy sauce that’s freshly made. You never feel guilty or bloated after eating a FEW of these.
This taco recipe is very much inspired by the tacos I get from the trucks. I used some leftover spicy skirt steak and topped it with fresh onion relish and some avocado sauce. It’s absolutely delightful.
Okra, also known as lady fingers, is one of my favorite vegetables to serve an aspiring foodie. I love to challenge them, if you can’t handle okra you can’t be a foodie… is that mean?
People can be skeptical about this beautiful pod thinking it’ll be slimy and gross. Not true! If cooked the right way okra is amazing as a side or even a main dish. Anyone that’s new to this vegetable, this is the way to introduce yourself to it. When stir fried, it doesn’t get slimy and it’s simple enough so you can really taste the veggie.
Have this for dinner tonight… I’m serious!
This meal is like bringing the Mediterranean and Indian culture together. A “unique” combo, I know, but trust me it works beautifully.
Earlier this year, I spent about 3 days in Paris. I made about 3-5 stops everyday to pick up a “snack” to make up for the short time I had. I made sure I ate all the baked goods, crepes possible and loved every bite.
As usual I gravitated towards all the savory crepes, but everywhere I went I noticed that all the locals were ordering lemon and sugar crepes. It’s like their go to donut …haha. As soon as I tasted one I knew why… it is oh so delicious and such simple flavors!
Doesn’t corn just scream summer to you?… it does for me. Can’t have a summer party without some corn. While I love just plain ‘ol corn on the cob with some butter, this just is such a crowd pleaser. A bit spicy, a bit salty, a bit creamy… I can eat bowls of this.
So I made this for a friend’s 4th of July bbq and totally stole the show (totally unintentionally!).
My friend’s bbq was in a whole different state, which made it a bit trickier. I really wanted to contribute to the menu, but needed something that would carry well in the summer heat and everyone would love. And who doesn’t love steak…. a spicy marinated steak!
This grilled chicken recipe is included in my meal plan pretty much every week. I marinate the chicken on Sunday and keep it in the fridge for whenever I’m in need of a quick, healthy meal. It’s a very simple recipe so you can pair it with just about anything from a simple salad, rice or make it into a sandwich.
Very possibly my favorite curry to make. This recipe has so many selling points…
