The combination of flaked salmon, fresh dill, scallion, and Craisins create an explosion of flavors in this simple yet exciting salad. Salmon “Lana” (named for our dear Russian friend who created it) always sparks the attention of anyone who tastes it.

Strong and delicate, this cocktail is a mix of beauty, charm and glamor. Different from traditional drinks like the Bellini, Manhattan, or Dry Martini, the cosmopolitan’s light and fruity flavor is widely appreciated for its contemporary flair.

Enjoyed in many regions of the world, this cold tomato soup is loaded with crunchy cucumber, creamy avocado, and succulent shrimp. This light, fresh, and spicy dish is just the ticket to cool you down on a long hot summer day.

An interesting combination of flavors and textures make these mushroom filled cucumbers a tantalizing treat.  Served as an appetizer or a salad, these visually stunning cups are certain to amaze anyone at your dinner table.

A perfect treat for your summer time picnic, strawberry cheesecake stacked on top of a delicious brownie. This easy to make and sinfully delicious recipe is courtesy of the folks at Eagle Brand.

A Peruvian grape brandy Pisco, is mixed with lime, egg whites, and ice to create a creamy, frothy, limey drink. This tart yet smooth drink makes the ideal beverage to put the work week behind you and start the weekend off on a fresh note.

Slices of beef tossed in a tangy sauce, topped with a napa cabbage slaw create this tantalizing collision of spicy and cool. A virtual explosion of flavors, this bun full of beefy goodness is a great way to offer something a bit different at your next backyard …

Offering an amazing combination of flavors, this Asian inspired cool crunchy cucumber and toasted sesame seed salad is also very easy to make.

Cedar Plank Salmon “By the time a man realizes that maybe his father was right, he usually has a son who thinks he’s wrong.” — Charles Wadsworth

One of my favorite berries would have to be the blueberry, and this coffee cake is chock full of them. Spiced with cinnamon, cloves, and anise, this cake influence by an Italian dessert is just perfect with a fresh cup of coffee.

Cool and delicious, combining two of summer’s favorite treats, watermelon and margaritas. This refreshing beverage is the perfect way to unwind after a long hot week.

Webster’s definition of the word disaster is as follows: di·sas·tar – (noun) A sudden calamitous event bringing great damage, loss, or destruction; broadly : a sudden or great misfortune or failure. We have all had them, we don’t want them, and we certainly know how devastating …