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Some drinks are made to be seen. The Flower Tile is a rosé sangria built around the best citrus of the season — fresh-squeezed Cara Cara and blood orange, ripe peaches, elderflower, and basil — steeped overnight until the pitcher turns the color of a late summer sunset. It’s the first in a series of…
My mom made warm artichoke dip every time company came — it was her signature move, and it never lasted long. This version keeps everything that made the original worth making and layers in white miso for quiet depth, Greek yogurt for tang, and chili crisp for the kind of heat that keeps you coming back for one more scoop. Baked until bubbly and golden, it’s finished with fresh chives and one last drizzle of chili crisp. Lucky Dragon is easy to make and always impresses.
Mahjong is better with something homemade to pass around. This collection was inspired by my mom — and the friends who gathered around her mahjong table, week after week, with a homemade treat to share.
Mahjong-inspired snacks, sweets, and savory bites — approachable recipes built for game nights, good company, and every table worth gathering around.
Inspired by the unexpected beauty of pink radicchio, this salad brings fresh color and brightness to the winter table. Layers of crisp greens, creamy Comté cheese, and lightly sweet strawberries and crunchy pistachios are finished with a sparkling Prosecco vinaigrette. It’s a simple but stunning dish that feels celebratory enough for Valentine’s Day or a cozy seasonal gathering.
This refreshed Chicken à la King keeps the soul of the classic while updating it with fresh mushrooms, red peppers, and a splash of white wine. Finished in buttery puff pastry cups, it’s nostalgic comfort with a little extra elegance.
A recipe that takes me back to winter dinners and family gatherings—cabbage leaves filled with seasoned beef and rice, simmered in a tangy tomato sauce. In my Pennsylvania hometown, we lovingly called them “Piggies in the Blanket.” Comfort food that’s as comforting as the memories behind it.
When out-of-town company comes, it’s not just the holiday meal you need to prep for—it’s all those little noshes in between that always sneak up on you. You know, the bites people graze on while catching up, pouring a second glass of wine, or hovering in the kitchen because the conversation is too good to leave. Enter…
Meet the Lobster Truffle Mac Tray, a luxurious addition to the Tray Chic series. This sheet pan meal pairs creamy, truffle-kissed lobster mac and cheese with smoky lime roasted corn and a crisp fennel–apple salad for balance. Finished with fudgy chocolate brownie bites, it’s an elegant, full dinner that’s cozy enough for weeknights yet special enough for guests.
This elegant Italian soup features thin scrippelle — delicate crepes rolled with Pecorino Romano — floating in golden chicken broth. An heirloom recipe passed down through generations, it’s simple, comforting, and perfect for holidays or cozy gatherings. Learn more about the story behind this treasured family tradition.
This Italian Wedding Soup with Turkey Meatballs combines herby meatballs, tiny pasta, and a fragrant broth kissed with white wine. A cozy, family-friendly favorite that’s easy enough for weeknights and special enough for Sunday.