Football Food: Grilled Wings with Tarragon Ranch

Can you have a Super Bowl party without wings?  It seems like a staple. Go Chiefs!

Best 7 Thanksgiving Appetizers to Make This Year

Baked Brie

Fall Flavors Recipe: Creamy Butternut Squash Soup

Photo by Emily Clack

It is sad for me to admit, but summer is over: (I love the fall, but I just wasn't ready yet.  I'm hoping that this soup will help pave the way.

Recipe: Salsa

You've got to make salsa for Cinco de Mayo!  During our time in Cabo, Mexico, we stopped by the One and Only Palmilla to cook with Chef Larbi Dahrouch.  He showed us his recipe for Salsa Mexicana.  I've got my own urban garden growing with fresh tomatoes and peppers.

Holiday Recipe: Spinach Balls

It is already December and Christmas will be here before you know it.  Time to get your menu ready.  Holidays back home aren't complete without my Nana's spinach balls.   

The Best Thanksgiving Recipes You've Never Tried

It is getting closer to feast time.  Have you planned your Thanksgiving menu yet?!  Check out some of my recipes below to make the best sides, cocktails, turkey, dessert and more.  What are some of your favorites?

Perfect Pair: Autumn Salad with Casa Rossa Rosso

The Dish:  Autumn Salad

Recipe: Tzatziki

Photo by Shauna Alexander

When it is warm, it is so nice to sit outside with friends to enjoy food.  This recipe for Tzatziki is simple and refreshing.  I love to dip pita chips and carrots into the yogurt sauce, but you could also serve it over lamb.  Serve it with other appetizers or make an entire Greek feast.

Football Food: Bacon-Wrapped Little Smokies

Do you have your Super Bowl game party menu plans?  The best part is making fun food to enjoy with friends.  Our friend Chad usually brings these little smokies every year.  Whip some of these up for game day!

Top 7 Dips for Super Bowl

Photo by Shauna Alexander

Here's a list of my Top 7 Dips for your Super Bowl party!

Holiday Recipe: Mini Spanakopita Cups

It is that time of year.  Do you have plans for a holiday party?  What Micky Eats' "Mini Spanakopita Cups" recipe is a great appetizer for the holidays. Try them out !

Perfect Pair: Cucumber Salad with Yogurt and Fresh Dill with Vina Eguia Blanco

The Dish:  Cucumber Salad with Yogurt and Fresh Dill

Swedish Recipe: Toast Skagen

We had a blast on our Swedish adventure to explore the cuisine and culture. We got our first taste of Toast Skagen in Stockholm, Sweden at Lisa Emqvist inside Östermalms Saluhall.  It wasn't until our trip to Grinda (one of the islands in the archipelago) that Chef Victor Rundquist showed us how to make it.  Imagine visiting a beautiful and relaxing island and cooking with the chef outside on the BBQ pit.  It couldn't be better.  The Toast Skagen is a traditional Swedish starter and we saw it listed on the menu at most restaurants. This is a great recipe for Spring!

Recipe: Opa Opa Shrimp

Cava is my favorite Greek restaurant in DC, so I was so excited to have Chef Dimitri join me on Capital Cooking to teach me his Opa Opa Shrimp recipe.  Hope you enjoy!

Recipe: Shrimp Cocktail with Calypso Sauce

Planning a cocktail party?  This shrimp cocktail with calypso sauce would be the perfect appetizer.

Recipe: Spicy Moroccan Hummus

Spice up your life this summer with my Moroccan hummus.  Spicy Moroccan Hummus is perfect dip.  

Perfect Pair: Baked Brie

Photo by Shauna Alexander

Everyone loves the melty goodness of my Baked Brie. Perfect for any party! I've been craving this for a while.

Perfect Pair: Shrimp and Fish Ceviche with Pixbae

Photo by Bryn Wallace

As a land bridge between two continents, Panama possesses an unusual variety of tropical fruits, vegetables and herbs that are used in native cooking.  This refreshing ceviche is a perfect way to start a meal.  

Recipe: Cucumber and Greek Yogurt Salad

Chef Harper McClure taught me to make this fresh Cucumber and Greek Yogurt Salad.  Enjoy the recipe below!

Football Recipe: Homemade French Onion Dip

This dip is so yummy!  It is great with the salt and pepper potato chips.  Enjoy!