A Genius Holiday Party Menu for When You Don’t Have Time to Cook
It’s a party, not a production.
Dinner
Cast Iron Pizza Two Ways
Recipe from Just Married by Caroline Chambers with permission by Chronicle Books, 2018. “Our most romantic at-home date nights are the ones when we’re both in the kitchen, glasses of wine in hand, making a meal together. These cast iron pizzas are not only delicious, but also so much fun to make side by side.” […]
Sesame Soy Tuna Poke Bowls
Recipe from Just Married by Caroline Chambers with permission by Chronicle Books, 2018. “George and I honeymooned in Kauai and Maui, so poke has a very special place in our hearts. Poke is essentially raw fish diced and tossed with different sauces, traditionally soy sauce–based. After a morning of hiking or surfing, we found our […]
Shells with Creamy Tomato Sauce
Recipe from Just Married by Caroline Chambers with permission by Chronicle Books, 2018. “Only four ingredients in this creamy tomato sauce are ones you might not regularly keep on hand, and it requires only about five minutes of active cooking time. The olive oil and pasta water emulsifies with the tomatoes, making the sauce smooth […]
Shawarma-Marinated Chicken Thighs with Herb Salad and Lemons
Check out the full menu from our Global Inspired Dinner Party here!
The Curry Butternut Squash Soup We’re All Making This Week
Fall vibes on fleek.
This One Ingredient from Trader Joe’s Is the Secret Behind my Favorite Salad
Put it on your grocery list, STAT.
Autumn Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
S.P lovers, unite.
Whole 30 Spring Roll Bowl by the Defined Dish
Every year, the beginning of September feels like a welcomed fresh new start, and a complete out-of-breath whirlwind all at the same time. Not surprisingly, this September is no different. We have been busy bees at the #CSBungalow with so many exciting projects that we can’t wait to share with you guys these next few […]
These Enchilada Stuffed Zucchini Boats Make Weeknight Cooking a Breeze
Anyone who enjoys food and cooking knows that summer offers the finest ingredients. Maybe I’m just biased towards summer in general, (sun and water baby for life), but I love how all the colorful fruits, veggies, and herbs come together to make any dish packed with fresh, unique flavors throughout these warmer months. With Fall […]
Deana Saukam’s Kuy Teav
“Growing up, my mother would make this dish every weekend for us at home,” says food and travel writer Deana Saukam. “This is a traditional Cambodian noodle soup and different variations are eaten throughout the country. My recipe is derived from a version that I learned in the countryside of Cambodia, outside Siem Reap. I made […]
You Won’t Believe How Easy This Shakshuka Pizza Is
It’s no secret that I’m the cooking novice of the CS Team. What the rest of the team doesn’t know is that I’ve been secretly upping my game in the kitchen with Plated for a few months. It’s a personalized subscription meal service that allows even beginners like me to cook restaurant-worthy meals at home […]
Your Guide to Grilling Perfect Steaks Every Time
Adam spills his secrets.
Grilled Octopus with Almond, Pepper & Raisin Chutney
I’m obsessed with grilled octopus and whenever I see it on a restaurant menu, I have to order it. But I’d always been a little intimidated to make it at home, until I read my friend Gaby’s recipe for octopus tacos in her genius new cookbook, and decided to try it myself. I couldn’t believe […]
DIY Veggie Pizzas with Romesco Sauce
photography by belathée photography We’re obsessed with this easy and absolutely mouthwatering menu for an interactive party with friends. Read the story, The Founder of Haven’s Kitchen Throws a Pizza Party right here, and keep scrolling for the recipe! photography by belathée photography
Roasted Wild Salmon with Citrus, Chiles & Herbs
photography by Kristen Kilpatrick If I had to choose my go-to meal for serving a big crowd when I’m short on time, there’s no question it would be a whole roasted side of salmon. It’s a trick that I picked up in my first job as an event planner for a catering company — we […]
Spring Salmon and Veggie Grain Bowl
photos by Ashleigh Amoroso I’ve finally gotten Adam on the grain bowl train, and I couldn’t be happier about it. Used to be that my announcement that we were having a grain bowl for dinner (again) was met with an eye roll, but now I get more of an “okay, cool” response from him, so […]
Braised Chicken Thighs with Olives, Lemon & Thyme
Click here for more recipes from our southern spring dinner party! For a casual weekend dinner party, I always serve food family style. There’s nothing like having guests pass around abundant platters of food to get them mingling and create a communal experience. photography by Kristen Kilpatrick SaveSave SaveSaveSaveSave SaveSave
Charred Caprese Eggplants
I almost feel like it’s cheating to do another “caprese” recipe, because let’s face it: ANYTHING you stuff with tomatoes, basil, and fresh mozzarella is going to be delicious. But when I made these charred eggplants the other night for dinner, they were so ridiculously easy (in addition to being delish) that I knew I […]
14 Healthy Dinner Recipes to Help You Reset After the Holidays
Is it any coincidence that New Years resolutions happen right about the time that I can barely look at another cheese board or glass of champagne without feeling a little queasy? After nearly a month of revelry, I am so ready to savor some lighter, cleaner meals that put vegetables front and center, and my […]