Month: July 2014

Lavender Honey Macarons

Lavender Honey Macarons

I have been thinking about making these forever but never given it a go because of how touchy they are to make. But I found the right recipe and combination of flavors and they are totally worth it!! I’m so excited to finally share this 

Portobello Pizzas

Portobello Pizzas

This is such a fun twist on a pizza. It’s perfect for an appetizer or dinner. Having the mushroom as the crust makes it a great vegetarian and gluten free option!   Ingredients 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil 4 Portobello mushrooms ¼ cup red 

Coconut Risotto Cakes

Coconut Risotto Cakes

Sweet and spicy, these are the perfect little cakes. If you looking for an appetizer serve one but as an entrée serve 2! Ingredients 1 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 cup Arborio rice 1 (13 oz.) can coconut milk 1 cup water ¼ cup toasted raw 

Tomato Avocado Corn Dip

Tomato Avocado Corn Dip

This is a perfect appetizer for a backyard BBQ or just as a snack.  If you can’t find heirloom cherry tomatoes just use all cherry tomatoes, but the assorted colors is just so beautiful you can’t beat it!   Ingredients 2 cups corn, husked and 

Cucumber Basil Mojitos

Cucumber Basil Mojitos

What a perfect little cocktail for the summer! So crisp and refreshing I could drink these all day. Ingredients  4 fresh mint leaves 6 fresh basil leaves 3-4 cucumber slices 1 tbsp. lime juice 1 tsp. granulated sugar 2 oz. white rum 8 oz. club 

Tropical Dried Fruit Salad

Tropical Dried Fruit Salad

I have had a real coconut obsession lately! I had a whole bunch of raw coconut that I shaved from my most recent one and wanted to incorporate it into a salad. I also found a bunch of dried fruit from the store so I 

Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Pesto Sandwiches

Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Pesto Sandwiches

According to my husband these are one of the best sandwiches I’ve ever made! So I think that means he really enjoyed them. They are so easy to make and are quite the show stopper.   Ingredients Spinach Pesto (recipe follows) 2 (ea) chicken breast, 

Lemon Lavender Thyme Cookies

Lemon Lavender Thyme Cookies

These cookies are more cakey than crispy. They are like little fluffy muffin tops that are just so ladylike and perfect for your afternoon tea. Or a perfect summertime dessert!   Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking powder ½ tsp. baking soda ½ 

Mediterranean Panzanella

Mediterranean Panzanella

You’re grilling everything else this summer why not a bread salad! This is a Mediterranean twist on a classic Italian summer side. This salad is so versatile and you can put whatever you want in it.   Ingredients ¾ loaf Ciabatta, grilled and diced 2