Teriyaki Chicken Skewers

Grilling season is not over yet and before it ends, you absolutely need to make these chicken skewers! These feature a homemade teriyaki sauce that is much better than any store bought version you have ever used. The teriyaki is sweet, salty, and a bit spicy to really hit all those taste buds. For myContinue reading “Teriyaki Chicken Skewers”

Sticky Asian Turkey Meatballs

I always say this recipe may be my favorite and while I do have a lot of favorites this recipe is seriously one of the best! It is spicy and sweet and the meatballs are incredibly juicy! In this recipe I use turkey because it has a more mild flavor and really allows the ingredientsContinue reading “Sticky Asian Turkey Meatballs”

Salmon with Asparagus and Lemon Dill Cream Sauce

This salmon is so delicious! It also looks super fancy, but is actually pretty easy to make and doesn’t take too long in the kitchen. While the sauce may sound like a lot – I mean dill and lemon are some strong flavors, this sauce is mild with a subtle flavor profile. It pairs perfectlyContinue reading “Salmon with Asparagus and Lemon Dill Cream Sauce”

Umami Kushi

Have you heard of Okazu Pan before? I hadn’t until a few months ago. Okazu Pan originate in Japan and are known as small grab and go bread. They come with many different savory fillings and are great for eating by hand! Umami Kushi is a local place dishing up these little buns of heaven.Continue reading “Umami Kushi”

Avocado Basil Pasta

Everyone loves pasta, let’s be honest. It is the ultimate comfort food and there are so many shapes, flavors, sauces and combinations you can do with it. Seriously the options are endless. It is perfect for any diet, they even make gluten free pasta and pastas made from vegetables. Pasta is also great both coldContinue reading “Avocado Basil Pasta”

Sushi Stacks

How fun is this recipe? I mean just look at those layers! Don’t breathe or move though or it will all come crumbling down – but at least it will still taste delicious even if it doesn’t look as ~pretty~. This is a super fun way to eat sushi that isn’t as challenging as rollingContinue reading “Sushi Stacks”

Ellenos Greek Yogurt

For the amount of Ellenos Yogurt I eat, I surprisingly have very few photos of it. They have two locations that serve it up fresh on the spot – Pike Place and Georgetown – and these locations offer flavors that you cannot find in stores. Their yogurt is the real deal. It is so creamyContinue reading “Ellenos Greek Yogurt”

Zucchini Crostini

Summer isn’t just for fresh fruits – it is also for delicious vegetables! This recipe really highlights the simple zucchini and all it has to offer. Fresh zucchini can be so delicious if you prepare it well. Grilling or roasting it brings out a slight sweetness that doesn’t require much more than salt and pepperContinue reading “Zucchini Crostini”

Tequila Lime Shrimp

Grilling season is in full swing. You will find me at the grill almost every weekend from now until September! The grill is such a great way to cook and makes for easy clean up. These shrimp come together quickly and are so flavorful. Don’t worry about the tequila, the alcohol will cook off whenContinue reading “Tequila Lime Shrimp”

Elote

Corn is a summer staple! There are so many ways to cook it and it adds a sweetness and crunch to any dish! Elote is a traditional Mexican dish using corn as the star. Most elote will come as a whole ear of corn that they slather with mayo+sour cream mix and sprinkle with cheeseContinue reading “Elote”