The key to stress-free entertaining is simple: keep a few brilliant no- or low-cook recipes at the ready. These dishes let you spend less time in the kitchen and more time with your guests, while still delivering a table that looks and tastes effortlessly impressive. Over the years I’ve discovered that a beautifully assembled charcuterie … Read more

It’s a burger that asks, “How you doin’?” This isn’t just any burger—this is the Don, the Godfather of burgers. A bold Italian-inspired patty with crisp prosciutto and a garlic-Parmesan mayo, made from a mix of ground beef and fennel-scented sausage, charred to smoky perfection. Badabing! If you prefer a different route, try a straight … Read more

Light, refreshing and easy to pair, cabbage and cucumber salad is a summer staple. Whether it’s a potluck, picnic or BBQ, this no-mayo green slaw is cool, crunchy, flecked with dill and brightened by a simple dressing. A close second in summer-salad rank is a classic coleslaw: a colourful mix of red and white cabbage … Read more

Bring a little Amalfi sunshine to your garden with a zesty Limoncello Spritz. Bright lemon liqueur meets bubbly prosecco and a splash of sparkling water for a long, refreshing summer drink. If you know the classic bitter spritz, this is the sunnier, sweeter cousin—lighter, more citrus-led and perfect for warm afternoons. Which style do you … Read more

You don’t need a plane ticket to enjoy the warmth of the Mediterranean—just a good recipe and a pantry stocked with the basics. Briny olives, golden olive oil, sweet tomatoes, crumbled feta, and smoky paprika can turn an ordinary weeknight into something worth lingering over. Mediterranean cooking feels like the most natural way to eat: … Read more

Delicate and floral, the Hugo Spritz is a soul-soothing, dreamy cocktail made with elderflower, prosecco, soda water and a spear of mint. If you don’t care for overly sweet or bitter spritzes, this is the one to try. If you enjoy mint-forward spritzes, consider trying a mojito-style spritz as another refreshing option—light rum and plenty … Read more

Gloriously glossy, infused with garlic and fresh herbs, tender new potatoes tossed in garlic butter and dill make a delightful seasonal side. Easier than mash, quicker than roast potatoes and more interesting than a plain baked spud, this dish often steals the show at the dinner table. Poland, after Russia and Ukraine, remains one of … Read more

Designated cocktail mixers (and mezcal lovers), this one’s for you! My seductively smoky mezcal paloma is a long, easy cocktail with a shortcut recipe. This fizzy, grapefruit-forward version showcases mezcal’s unmistakable smoky character and is simple enough to prepare so you can enjoy the party. If you prefer margaritas, try the blood orange or passion … Read more

When the summer sun turns my kitchen into a sauna, I look for dinners that don’t add more heat. No one wants to stand over a blazing oven when it’s already sweltering outside. Below is a curated collection of my favourite low-effort summer recipes. They lean on seasonal produce, simple pantry staples, and minimal cooking … Read more

Craving a creamy potluck-style pasta salad but also wanting something French and elegant? Meet the Mediterranean Tuna Pasta Salad Nicoise — a perfect fusion of both. Bursting with fresh, flavorful ingredients, this salad comes together in about 20 minutes and makes a satisfying meal any time of year. If salads aren’t what you want right … Read more