Sweet and sultry, this roasted corn salad recipe goes great with barbecue or picnic lunches. Filled with fresh vegetables, this dish speaks of summer harvests.

Watch the video of how to make this delicious roasted corn salad recipe here.

Burgers are a classic summer dish, but I add chorizo for a special twist. These sliders are a fun offering for family get-togethers or parties in the park.

Serve my roasted corn salad with these burgers as a refreshing side. Watch the video here.

Watch the video of how to make these delicious chorizo slider burgers here.

photo by: Barron, Anna Brones

Khorovats or Armenian shish kebabs are something I hold very dear to my heart. They remind me of many family memories over Sunday barbecues. Picture My Big Fat Greek Wedding: loud conversation, endless plates of aromatic foods, plenty of wine, music, and everyone in everyone else’s business, not afraid to give their opposing opinions. Pure bliss. Unfortunately, I’ve lived 3,000 miles away from this ritual for six years now, but the smell of lamb, onions, peppers, and fresh mint sizzling away on the grill has the ability to bring it all back. There is something about that scent and those flavors that make me feel at home again; surrounded by good people and good vibes. Read More

Japanese hot pot: Sukiyaki

This beef sukiyaki is best served family style with everyone helping to cook and serve themselves. The variations on the dish are endless and can be tailored to fit your tastes and needs. Substitute brown for white rice, add cellophane noodles for added texture or even make it vegetarian friendly.

Photo courtesy of Cyclonebill

Photo Credit: Paul Brissman

Photo Courtesy by Paul Brissman

Photo: Mike McCune

So we know grilling and Father’s Day are a marriage made in beautiful glory, but I don’t think anything defies traditional dessert like grilled fruit does.  Being that my father and I are allergic to everything besides pineapples and bananas, this was a divine idea for a summer dessert, nevermind this holiday that celebrates the men in our lives.

Pineapple is my fruit of choice, with two dollops of Banana Purée dashed with cinnamon for a quaint savor. Lightweight on the belly and refreshing, it’s hard to go wrong with two fruits that taste well and make you feel better.

Photo: Diamond Bradley

I wanted to transform these common snacks into a dessert but combine them like an entreé.  So here’s a recipe for a dish that your dad can dive into which includes a sweet charring and a contrasting puréed dip.

Photos:  mccun934 and Diamond Bradley

Photo: Elizabeth Martin

By: Allana Mortell

There’s something about Chilean sea bass that for me, evokes an image of cooking with my finest china, sipping on a nice Bordeaux with strands of pearls hanging over my neck. In laymen’s terms, I feel fancy as Chilean sea bass always catches my eye. The beauty of cooking sea bass lies in the various options you have to prepare the fish. Grilled, pan-fried, broiled or baked, the opportunities are endless. Whether glazed in miso or brushed lightly with olive oil and lemon juice, you want to highlight the fish without overpowering its delicate nature.

This recipe finds the sea bass atop a bed of the creamiest and most flavorful red pepper sauce around. Red peppers are traditionally roasted on the grill and while I’ve included different ways to roast or even broil the peppers in the oven, you can always use jarred roasted peppers in lieu of roasting on the grill. Though the flavor is certainly more intense from roasting the peppers yourself, this recipe contains some flexibility in how you want to ultimately prepare the sauce and fish itself.

So if you’re searching for that perfect recipe to help you show off your inner “gourmand,” look no further. Read More

Photo: Joshua Bousel

Tailgating is a combination between Sunday grillin’ and the rugged freedom of campin’; it’s where the bratwurst meets the grill and the grill meets the road.  Pure, all-American, delicious freedom! There’s no reason tailgating should be confined only to sports games either. Read More

Photo: Pete Williams

The sun is shining, the birds are chirping and the grill is ready for one last feast. This Labor Day, invite friends and family over to partake in a twist on the traditional BBQ to become the new grill master of your town. With Grilled Pork Tenderloin Satays and Basil Infused Corn on the Cob, you will be getting the best of both worlds with a little Asian and Italian flair. Read More

Photo: Suzanne Lehrer

Is there any ingredient with a more wholesome, all-American image than the peach? O.K., maybe the apple, but the peach comes close. “Life’s a peach!,” “Peachy-keen!,” “Ain’t she a peach?” Peaches bring all good tidings, and summer brings peaches. Read More