Pomegranate Chicken Skewers with Yogurt, Mint, and Pistachios
BLT Salad with Avocado and Grilled Croutons
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Sizzling Fourth of July Grill Menu
We are wilting under the shroud of a spectacular heat wave here in the Bay area. Stifled by the temperature, nothing is moving – even the leaves are too warm to rustle. It’s so hot right now, it’s impossible to cook. In fact it’s so hot right now, it’s impossible to even write about cooking. So, let me treat you to a photo round up of a sensational summer grill menu in preparation for the fourth of July. Keep cool.
Blackberry Spritzer and Mojitos
Summer Solstice BBQ Baby Back Ribs
Grilled Chicken Skewers with Sriracha Marinade
Memorial Day BBQ Party and Birthday Celebration
It’s Memorial Day in the U.S., which is also the semi-official kick-off to summer and outdoor grilling. It’s a busy weekend here in the San Francisco Bay area. Not only is it Memorial Day, it’s the 75th anniversary of the Golden Gate Bridge’s staggering construction – and, even more importantly, it’s my son’s birthday. We have a busy day of festivities ahead of us, but before I sign off I will leave you with a Memorial Day menu worthy of a national holiday, a bridge building fête, and a birthday BBQ celebration.
Ring in the New Year with these Party Appetizer and Menu Ideas
The New Year is approaching, and the holiday festivities continue. During this busy time it’s fun and easy to get caught up in socializing, so it’s important to have a few tricks up our sleeve for entertaining, drop-in visitors or an impromptu get-together. Let this blog do some of the work for you. Here are a few menu ideas for holiday bites and appetizers to have on hand or to serve for a party. Meanwhile, savor the moment and enjoy some family time, take a walk in the forest or open that new book you got from Santa. Best wishes for a healthy and happy New Year!
~ Warm and Rustic in Front of the Fire ~
Prosciutto Wrapped Figs with Goat Cheese
Golden Onion Tarts with Gruyere and Thyme
Pear, Blue Cheese and Arugula Bruschetta
~ Light and Lovely Bites ~
Prosciutto Rollups with Arugula, Fennel and Parmesan
Tomato Tartare Verrines
Honey Roasted Fig Crostini
~ New Year’s Day Open House ~
Smoked Ham with Pomegranate Glaze
Shrimp and Dill Open Faced Sandwiches
Smoked Mackerel Pate with Horseradish and Dill
~ Black Tie Fish ~
Lobster Bisque
Salmon Gravlax
Smoked Trout Mousse Canapes