Spice up vibrant summer vegetables with Bahārāt, an all-purpose Middle Eastern spice blend that will quickly become your “go-to” grill rub this summer.
Summer
Goya Latin Sliders with Jalapeño Relish
Slide into summer like a Houston Astro sliding into home with these lovely little sliders from Goya Foods! These Latin Sliders with Jalapeño Relish are so flavorful — but only take minutes to prepare.
Maverick’s Arugula & Pickled Vegetable Salad
Make way for the ‘maverick’ of all salads: Maverick’s Arugula & Pickled Vegetable Salad! Our friends at Maverick in San Antonio make this stunning salad with a tangerine dressing and a pop of pickled vegetables, including beets, shallots and carrots.
Mediterranean Watermelon Salad with Feta and Sherry-Mint Vinaigrette
This salad is truly one in a melon! Our friends at Robard’s Steakhouse in The Woodlands shared this recipe for their Mediterranean Watermelon Salad with Feta and Sherry-Mint Vinaigrette, which tastes like summer on a plate!
Nick’s Fish Dive & Oyster Bar Green Salad with Fresh Gulf Shrimp and Greek Dressing
Reel in this aquatic-inspired Green Salad with Fresh Gulf Shrimp and Greek Dressing from Nick’s Fish Dive & Oyster Bar in The Woodlands.
Kiran’s Green Salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
Just like our friend Chef Kiran Verma at Kiran’s in Houston who’s always smiling, this Green Salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette will put you in a good mood!
Roasted Beet Salad with Citrus & Tarragon Cashew Cream
Who says salads are all about the leaves? Beets are back, baby! This Roasted Beet Salad with Citrus & Tarragon Cashew Cream recipe from Austin-based Chad and Derek Sarno is from their new book, The Wicked Healthy Cookbook, featuring all plant-based recipes. We love this recipe particularly because several of the ingredients can be prepared ahead of time, making it a luxurious lunchtime option for the week.
Robard’s Steakhouse ‘Caesar’ Salad with Gorgonzola, Bacon and Walnuts
There’s nothing standard about this Caesar Salad, made with Gorgonzola, bacon and walnuts. Feeling something lighter? Swap the bacon with shrimp or grilled salmon.
Central Market’s Hazelnut Shortcakes with Fresh Berries & Ginger Cream
Shake up your standard shortcake recipe with candied ginger and a fresh-ground hazelnut flour. These Shortcakes with Fresh Berries and Ginger Cream from Central Market make for a festive touch to your Memorial Day Weekend festivities.
Deviled Eggs with Fresh Gulf Shrimp
Deviled eggs get a daring and delicious upgrade with fresh Gulf shrimp. This recipe for Deviled Eggs with Fresh Gulf Shrimp is perfect for serving up with the Lamarca Prosecco from H-E-B.
My Name is Joe Coffee Company’s Hazelnut & Smoked Paprika Hummus
Stuck in a storebought hummus rut? Make this Hazelnut Hummus from My Name is Joe Coffee Company in Austin for your weekend gatherings. Hazelnut oil and smoked paprika give this heavenly hummus a unique twist. Serve it up with fresh vegetables (we love organic cucumbers and vine-ripened tomatoes) or fresh-baked pita bread from Central Market.
Devin Alexander’s Bánh Mì Burger
It’s hard to believe that juicy Bánh Mì Burger above is actually under 350 calories and contains less than 5 grams of sugar. Pickled vegetables and grass-fed beef make this burger delightfully decadent. It was created by celebrity chef Devin Alexander (you may remember her as the chef from The Biggest Loser) for her new cookbook, You Can Have It!
Central Market’s Korean Ssamjang Rub
Stoke the fire in your taste buds with a great grill rub from Central Market. We’re ready for this sweet and spicy Korean Ssamjang that makes mouthwatering ribs, shaved beef and chicken thighs.
Sweet Rosemary Glazed Steaks
Raise the ‘steaks’ with this new recipe for Sweet Rosemary Steaks from Chef Nina Wilhite at Nick’s Fish Dive & Oyster Bar in The Woodlands. This marinade is so easy to whip up and the result is a luxuriously flavored and juicy steak.
Mary Helen Leonard’s Banana Pudding Ice Cream
Reeaaaally ripe bananas are the secret to this creamy Banana Pudding Ice Cream from Austin’s “Handmade Mama” Mary Helen Leonard. Serve it with storebought or homemade shortbread cookies