Appetizer Recipes

The summer I moved into my first tiny apartment, I was juggling too many things and barely had time to cook—yet the smell of something … Read more

Introduction The neighborhood wine and cheese night was in less than an hour, and I’d completely blanked on bringing anything special. Everyone else would be … Read more

Introduction This was supposed to be a simple zucchini stir-fry. I grabbed the wrong grater, the kitchen timer was forgotten on the counter, and I … Read more

Last Saturday afternoon, I was wandering the aisles of my local farmer’s market, juggling a basket full of tomatoes, when the sharp tang of lime … Read more

Last Saturday afternoon, I was wandering through the local farmer’s market, juggling a basket of fresh cucumbers when the sharp scent of garlic and dill … Read more

Introduction My roommate swore she hated zucchini fritters. For years. Then one rainy Thursday evening, I made this batch “just to see if I still … Read more

“Last Thursday afternoon wasn’t supposed to be anything special. I’d popped over to my neighbor Jen’s place to borrow some sugar, and before I could … Read more

The other day, I was wandering through the grocery store aisle, trying to decide between fresh fruit and something quick for dinner, when the faint … Read more

Introduction “I don’t do spicy,” my roommate declared for years, turning down every attempt I made at fiery snacks. Then one Thursday evening, while I … Read more

Last Tuesday, I was fumbling with a jar of store-bought relish that just didn’t hit the mark—too sweet, too dull, and honestly, a little lifeless. … Read more