Labor Day and 4th of July Recipes

Planning a special lobster dinner? If you're looking for an easy and delicious way of how to cook lobster tails, our lemon-butter boiled lobster tail recipe will assure success.

A super easy appetizer that amps up the wow factor! Pears baked in honey and fine Italian balsamic, plus sweet burrata cheese, are rolled up in flavorful prosciutto di parma. Depending on the season, substitute with peaches or figs.

This stone crab claw mustard sauce recipe makes the perfect dipping sauce for your fresh stone crab claws. This recipe also works great with crab cakes and white fish, and we even use it at times on grilled chicken.

Discover a new and wonderful ingredient to grill with: quail! These tiny, delicate birds are actually great for grilling, as they cook in no time at all and really go well with any sort of rub or marinade. If using bone-in quail - which is a bit more flavorful thanks to that bone, allow 1-2 minutes extra grilling.

Bite into these buttery tarts filled to the brim with zesty dill and pepper gravlax salmon! The unique spicy flavor of the salmon is pared down with creamy creme fraiche. A bit of dill and some meaty avocado, and this appetizer recipe is done in a pinch.

A new take on the classic smoked salmon and creme fraiche appetizers, our crust-less Smoked Salmon Mini Quiches are super easy to make, and stunning to serve. A flavorful appetizer for a fresh spring lunch. Note: you can make these ahead and store in the freezer.

Colorful and flavorful, deviled eggs are the perfect portable appetizers for spring picnics and outdoor events. We made three deliciously different fillings to change things up a bit - smooth and buttery avocado, hearty and smoky bacon and cheddar, and a classic paprika deviled egg topped with classic black caviar.

Try this easy and mouthwatering smoked salmon appetizer recipe of buttery smoked salmon pouches filled with cream cheese and succulent king crab meat.

Served warm and paired with a scoop of ice cream, this mouthwatering apple crumble pie is a treat that you'll make all year long! The crumbly topping melts in your mouth, while the crisp apples paired with warm cinnamon are comforting and delicious.

Try our luxurious and delicious recipe for gourmet truffle deviled eggs, made with luxurious truffle oil and mixed in with pieces of tasty bacon. Serve with your best wines or champagne!

A lovely cocktail that's fresh and feminine and perfect to drink on warm spring afternoons! Tart and citrusy lime syrup blends with sweet rose wine, sparkling prosseco and a dash of fragrant rose water, for a pretty twist on a sangria that looks fabulous served at bridal showers and other seasonal events.

This simple yet delicious poppyseed cracker recipe leaves packaged crackers in the dust! Flaky and buttery, with just the perfect amount of crunch, they're the perfect partner for slices of pillow-y brie and silken smoked salmon.

An appetizer that will win the night! Sweet dry dates stuffed with tangy chevre goat cheese cheese and wrapped in flavorful Spanish serrano ham, grilled to perfection.

Delicate and milder than smoked salmon, smoked trout makes a light and refreshing crowd-pleasing start to a meal. Our smoked trout cups are filled with buttery smoked trout, fresh herbs, smooth creme fraiche and the lightest touch of Dijon mustard.

Pavlovas are a classic European dessert of light and crusty meringue. The stiff meringue “pillows” hold up beautifully and provide the perfect centerpiece for the lush passion fruit cream, with a soft center that melts in your mouth at the first bite.

A perfectly airy passion fruit mousse is nestled on top of a mouthwateringly buttery tart shell, blending both sweet, savory and tart flavors for the perfect summer dessert. Not a fan of passion fruit? Substitute with your favorite flavor frozen puree instead.

Impress your guest with your sushi-making skills with our incredible smoked salmon sushi roll. Made with slices of buttery smoked salmon, rolled up with sweet mango, avocado and topped with black caviar, this smoked salmon appetizer is simple to make, delicious and looks beautiful when served.

The best fish sandwich recipe for a summer party or gathering, these sandwiches are big, wholesome and flavorful. Sauteed shrimp and smoked salmon are mixed with mustard, mayo, dill, celery, sour cream and other seasonings, then scooped into a sub roll or hotdog bun for a wholesome seafood treat. Yum!

A fresh appetizer recipe that will cool you right down! Crunchy little cucumber slices act as vessels for the smoked salmon and Boursin cheese dip, and are a one-bite-wonder. Perfect to serve as an elegant hors d'oeuvre for a summer party, or perfectly dainty bridal shower starter.

A mouthwatering recipe for succulent Iberico pork loin, grilled to perfection and paired with a zesty Argentine style chimichurri salsa sauce and a salad.

If you have one salmon recipe if you weekly rotation, this seed-crusted marvel should be it! So easy to make, so elegant to serve, it's a super healthy dish - the salmon is packed with healthy Omega-3 fats which are boosted by the nutritious seeds. We served it with a nutrient combo of quinoa, peppers and tomatoes, and creamy mashed potatoes.

Iberico Pork Loin is already one of the finest cuts of pork. bit marinated in balsamic vinegar , red wine and spices it becomes something spectacular. Add some spiced carrots and small potatoes to create a meal fit for royalty.

Summer brings a wealth of colorful product to the market, and we love the interesting colors and shapes of heirloom tomatoes! In this fresh, vibrant tart, we mixed tomatoes with brie, ricotta, plus a drizzle of honey and walnuts for crunch.

Give the hotdogs and burgers a rest and fire up the grill for something a bit more sophisticated! This delicious recipe for grilled seafood makes for a fantastic summery dish that can be served by itself as an appetizer or atop a salad for a main meal.

Our brunch-style Crab cakes are filled with premium jumbo lump crab meat, a good mix of seasonings, and our special mustard and mayo sauce! Perfect for summer brunch, or special occasions like Mother's Day - even a Valentine's Day breakfast in bed! Served with a fresh salad and remoulade sauce.

This sophisticated dessert is beautiful to serve and really delicious. We also love how easy it is to make, requiring no baking and no cooking (well, unless you consider boiling cream cooking!). You can substitute the raspberries for strawberries, blueberries, or whatever fruit is in season.

A zesty seafood recipe that's filled with south-of-the-border flavor! We marinated the shrimp in a spicy chili mix, then layered in a margarita glass with a smooth avocado cream, and a classic salsa. It's the perfect recipe to serve for a summer shindig, or a Cinco de Mayo celebration!

Amp up the flavor at your next cookout! This incredible lamb burger recipe is made with flavorful grass-fed New Zealand lamb meat, with a great bold taste and always-juicy texture. Add a spicy Sriracha mayo for zest, a few slices of gooey Brie, and you’ve got the ultimate gourmet burger.