When summer peaches are at their peak, there’s nothing better than letting their natural sweetness shine in a simple, beautiful dish. This Summer Peach Salad celebrates everything we love about summer cooking—fresh ingredients, vibrant flavors, and effortless elegance. Juicy slices of ripe peaches are paired with creamy burrata, peppery arugula, and delicate ribbons of prosciutto….
Panzanella with Roasted Tomatoes and Olives
Sometimes the simplest salads are the ones that deliver the most flavor. This Arugula Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Olives, and Crispy Croutons is a perfect example—fresh, vibrant, and full of texture in every bite. Peppery arugula forms the base, tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, briny olives, and thin slices of red onion. Golden, herb-seasoned croutons…
Mare’s Summer Cobb Salad
There’s something about a vibrant, ingredient-packed salad that feels both refreshing and satisfying. This Summer Cobb Salad brings together bold flavors, bright colors, and wholesome ingredients in one beautiful bowl. Tender slices of seasoned grilled chicken sit atop a bed of crisp greens, surrounded by creamy avocado, sweet corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, and perfectly cooked…
Spicy Sautéed Chicken with Artichokes, Olives, and Capers
Some dishes prove that simple ingredients can create the most unforgettable flavors. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken is a perfect example—golden, perfectly seared chicken topped with a vibrant mixture of briny olives, tender artichokes, hot cherry peppers and capers, all brought together with fresh herbs and bright citrus. The combination of savory, tangy, and slightly salty flavors…
Lemon and Green Pea Risotto
There’s something special about recipes that celebrate simple, seasonal ingredients. This creamy rice and pea dish is the perfect example — bright, comforting, and incredibly fresh all at once. Sweet green peas bring a pop of color and natural sweetness, while lemon zest adds just enough brightness to balance the richness of the rice. It’s…
Mare’s Grilled Corn and Zucchini Salad
When summer produce is at its peak, the best recipes are often the simplest. This vibrant corn salad celebrates the season with sweet corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, tender zucchini, and creamy mozzarella all tossed together in one colorful bowl. Each ingredient brings something special to the dish — the corn adds natural sweetness, the tomatoes…
Orecchiette with Broccolini
Simple ingredients, when treated with care, often create the most memorable dishes. This orecchiette with broccolini and crispy breadcrumbs is a beautiful example of how a few pantry staples and fresh vegetables can come together to create something incredibly satisfying. Tender orecchiette pasta catches every bit of garlicky olive oil while vibrant broccolini adds freshness…
Roasted Cauliflower & Zucchini Bowl with a Creamy Hummus Sauce
Colorful, nourishing, and full of fresh flavor, this vibrant grain bowl is a perfect example of how simple ingredients can come together to create something both beautiful and satisfying. Built on a base of hearty brown rice and layered with roasted vegetables, crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and bright citrus, every bite offers a wonderful…
Portland Foodie Tour
Happy Saturday friends! I hope you all had a great week! Earlier this month, I had the opportunity to explore Portland, Maine. This was my first time traveling to Portland, and I loved it!! Portland was a very charming, quintessential New England city by the water. When it comes to restaurants in Portland, there are…
Xristos Anesti! Happy Greek Orthodox Easter
Wishing all those who celebrate Orthodox Easter today a blessed one. I hope everyone enjoys the day with their loved ones over good food and laughter. May today be filled with good health, happiness and love.
In the Kitchen with Mare 