Prosciutto-wrapped melon is a classic Italian appetizer. When these simple flavors are tossed with pasta and spinach they make a delicious, quick and portable lunch or side dish. Double the recipe for a tasty party appetizer that will feed a crowd.
Appetizers
Shrimp Diablo Flatbread
Zounds! A zesty flatbread with juicy Gulf shrimp, fire roasted tomatoes and a spicy ‘Diablo’ sauce. Perfect for sharing from my friends at Sysco Foods!
Avocado Toast with Smoked Trout
Spreadable summer goodness from SIMI Executive Chef Kolin Vazzoler. His avocado toast topped with smoked trout on a rustic baguette sliced, drizzled with fresh olive oil. A perfect pairing with the SIMI Sonoma County Chardonnay!
Crawfish Remoulade Deviled Eggs
What a delicious way to devour deviled eggs! Ralph’s on the Park in New Orleans shared this irresistible recipe for crawfish deviled eggs crowned in caviar!
Vince Young Steakhouse Lobster Rolls
A simple four-step recipe to help you say so-long and farewell to the summer.
Spicy She-Devil Shrimp
Cheesy, spicy…bacon-wrapped shrimp skewers! Expect these guys to steal the show at your next tailgating event…
Crispy Umami Chicken Wings
Find this potent plate on the dinner menu at The Peached Tortilla in Austin. Marinated in a fish sauce vinaigrette, topped with herbs and shallots. Gluten free!
Chicken Lollipops
Smoked n’ fried chicken drumsticks rolled in a Grand Marnier horseradish molasses from Street’s Fine Chicken in Dallas!
Spicy Chicken Skewers with Greek Yogurt Sauce
Another quick summer grill recipe from Executive Chef Robbie Nowlin of Boudro’s/Zinc! Chicken skewers marinated in a savory/spicy Korean “Gochujang” paste.
Roasted Gulf Oysters on the Half Shell
Roasted Gulf Oysters plated
 with sweet pepper, provolone & spicy bourbon butter from the State Fare Kitchen & Bar.
Mussels with Dijon & White Wine
Mouthwatering mussels drizzled in an awesome Dijon white wine sauce from my friends at Central Market. Garnished with parsley and served with warm baguettes.
Spicy Clam Soup with Basturma
Clam soup with a kick! This thick, tomato-based broth is amazing with the Basturma (Turkish beef). Pastrami is also a good substitute.
Backstreet Cafe’s Heirloom and Cherry Tomato Cocktail
This recipe seemed like a perfect choice for Backstreet’s Tomato Seasonal Menu. Celebrate the peak of tomato season by using tomatoes of different shapes and colors to make this cocktail interesting.
Grilled Celery with Truffle Oil
Grilled celery with pop and CRUNCH! This tasty side comes drizzled with black truffle oil and garnished with pine nuts and shaved Parmesan cheese. From Chef Justin Wangler with Kendall-Jackson.
Ceviche Veracruzano
A signature plate from Chef Miguel Ravago at the famed Fonda San Miguel in Austin! Made with black drum (or redfish), pickled jalapeños, avocado and lime. Grab your favorite tortilla chips and indulge!