One of my favorite parts of summer is visiting local farmers markets. On a recent trip to the Chester Farmers’ Market here in Connecticut, I picked up some beautiful fresh sweet corn that immediately inspired my next recipe. There’s something special about cooking with ingredients that were harvested just days before they end up on…
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Mare’s Summer Entertaining Favorites
Happy first day of summer and Father’s Day! Summer is one of my favorite times of year for gathering with family and friends. Whether it’s a backyard cookout, casual dinner on the patio, or weekend get-together, I love creating recipes that bring people together around the table. I’ve rounded up eight of my favorite summer…
Grilled Zucchini Salad
There’s something about a simple, beautifully composed salad that feels both fresh and elevated—and this one checks all the boxes. Tender, golden slices of roasted zucchini sit on a bed of peppery greens, finished with creamy crumbles of feta, crunchy pistachios, and delicate herbs that bring everything together. It’s light, vibrant, and layered with flavor…
Happy First Day of Summer!
Happy Saturday friends! I’m so happy it is officially summer!! Now that the warmer weather is here, I have some delicious summer recipes for you to try. Whether you have a bbq, birthday party, graduation party, etc… I have a recipe for you! If you try any of these recipes, I hope you enjoy them!…
Barbecue recipes
Happy Thursday everyone! We are getting closer to the end of the week, which means the weekend is almost here! Since Memorial Day weekend is coming up, I thought I would share some delicious bbq recipes! Need the perfect side dish to make or bring to a bbq this weekend? Don’t worry, I got you…
Heirloom Tomato Salad
Happy Tuesday friends! With only a few more days left of summer, I wanted to share a delicious heirloom tomato salad I created. This salad is nothing short of flavor. From the juicy tomatoes, peppery arugula and shallots, this salad is summer in a bowl! The star of this tasty salad is the caper vinaigrette!…
Jennifer Aniston Salad
Last month, I was at a family barbecue. My husband’s cousin made this amazing quinoa and chickpea salad that I loved!! She sent me the recipe and I’ve been making it quite often. It’s become my new favorite summer salad! This quinoa salad is made for summer hosting. Bright, fresh, and full of seasonal produce,…
Cannellini Bean Salad
This Cannellini Bean Salad is made for summer entertaining. Fresh, vibrant, and full of flavor, it’s an easy dish you can prep ahead and serve alongside grilled mains, bring to a gathering, or set out as part of a relaxed warm-weather spread. Below you’ll find the full recipe with simple steps and fresh ingredients that…
Farmers Market Salad
Happy Friday friends! I have another delicious salad to share with you all this week. The inspiration for this weeks recipe came from my love for farmers markets. There is nothing like going to a farmers market on the weekend during the summer! I love checking out all the local famers markets in my area….
Shrimp Santorini Bowl
There’s something about a well-built bowl like this that feels both nourishing and incredibly satisfying—fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and a perfect balance of textures all in one place. Juicy, perfectly seasoned shrimp are paired with warm, herbed grains, crisp vegetables, and a creamy, flavorful element that brings everything together. A squeeze of bright lemon ties…
In the Kitchen with Mare 