Gooey, super-chocolaty, warm and delicious, a French fondant au chocolat looks very similar to the American Lava Cake, but it’s actually a bit different (and more delicious, we think!). The American version is based on the French Moelleux cake. The main difference? Fondant cakes have a piece of chocolate or ganache in the middle, which melts into liquid chocolate goodness. Think of it as the Lava Cake, reloaded.
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.
Steak doesn’t get much smoother or softer than a Wagyu beef tenderloin, and when you sear it in butter, and top it with a creamy, cheesy, foie-gras-mushroom sauce, you’re on the way to an unbeatable meal that could be the next surprise addition to your dinner table.
Make it a spooky AND delicious Halloween with our spiderweb soup recipe! You'll love both the flavor and the look of this tomato and carrot soup, perfectly seasoned and spiced, then easily decorated with creme fraiche to look Halloween-appropriate. We completed the look with toasted "croutons" cut with fun Halloween cookie cutter shapes.
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.
A delicious Iberico pork steak rubbed with spices, drizzled with lime juice, and served with a smoky grilled avocado and fresh Pico de Gallo sauce.
A light and fluffy cake gets loaded with fresh seasonal fruit and a sweet orange syrup! Our Ricotta Cake is perfect to serve with afternoon coffee and tea, or as a fresh dessert paired with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Yum!
This dessert takes a little time and skill, but the decadent results are completely worth the effort. Luscious ganache is paired with a buttery tart crust and topped with sea salt flakes for a sophisticated final touch.
One of the simplest but most delicious dishes out there, this classic hearty venison stew is loaded with veggies, seasonings and the sweet touch of blueberries. This is the perfect recipe for the cooler months, to pair with a crock pot of humble rice, or perhaps just some nice bread to soak all those beautiful juices.
We dare you to stop at one! These addictive Nutella cake balls are made with decadent chocolate hazelnut cream, whipped with cream and dipped with premium bittersweet baking chocolate. Perfect for holiday gift baskets!
Perfect for your Easter feast, our delicious and tender Roasted Leg of Lamb recipe is a winning combination of high quality lamb with simple yet flavorful ingredients like fresh rosemary, lemon and garlic. Served with your favorite sides - like mashed or roasted potatoes, it can also serve as a weekday dinner dish or weekend lunch.
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.
Rose in a chicken casserole? Oh yes! This flavorful concoction takes the best of the French comfort cooking into your own kitchen. Perfect for a cozy Valentine's Day!
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.
Savory, rich, and creamy, this whipped lardo is like butter but better! A favorite of the great Dario Cecchini, whipped lardo has all the delightful qualities of Iberico Pork whipped into a luxurious creamy spread. Simple yet complex, each bite offers another revelation of flavor. Quick and easy to make, serve it slathered on everything from baguettes to cornbread!
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 great risotto is always amazing, but when you pair it with fresh truffles, lots of cheese and top it with plump and meaty scallops, it becomes a mouthwatering masterpiece. Every chef should have this truffle scallop risotto recipe in their repertoire!
You could pair your burger with regular fries...or you could take it to the next level with our black truffle fries recipe! Crispy golden fries tossed with black truffle oil and truffle salt are completely irresistible. Make sure you make plenty for everyone,as these addictive truffle oil fries will disappear before your eyes!
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.
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.
Caviar and smoked salmon find the perfect vehicle (pun intended!) in English cucumbers, for perfect bite-sized hors d'oeuvres that keep things simple yet sophisticated.
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.
Fresh mozzarella is elevated to fabulous levels with a quick marinade in walnut oil and zesty Piment D' Espellete. Matched with sweet strawberries and juicy cherry tomatoes to balance out that heat, it's a match made in summer-produce heaven.
Don't be afraid of this spooky cake! The preparation can be a little bit intimidating, but there's big payoff in flavor and thrilling Halloween drama. We picked cream cheese frosting, but you can use your favorite - buttercream, ganache, etc. The ghosts made with Italian meringue are perfect for kids, since the egg is fully cooked and safe.
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!
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.
What could be more inviting than a wholesome, steamy stew filled with chunks of mouthwatering Wagyu beef? In this recipe, peeled potatoes, caramelized onions, bacon and seasonings enhance the stew's comfort factor, but iconic Guinness® stout beer is what really brings it together. Its robust, malty flavor and simmering heartiness contrast wonderfully with the tenderness of the Wagyu beef, making this stew complex yet worthy of the most rambunctious St Paddy's Day celebration.
Empanadas are the perfect snack appetizer, and these empanadas really hit it out of the park. The shrimp filling is inspired on the classic Brazilian "pastel", served by friendly vendors on the beaches of Brazil. Serve with a wedge of lime for an amazing starter.