Recipes – Starters/cocktails

TEQUILA SURPRISE

In honor of Cinco de Mayo, it’s time to break out the tequila—my go-to liquor of choice for this and...
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EASY DIM SUM

Try as I might, I’m all thumbs when it comes to shaping dim sum. Even though it tastes pretty good,...
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DRAGON FRUITINI

The dragon fruit is an odd, yet fascinating fruit. At first glance, it’s a bit scary looking with its spikes...
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BEET SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE DRESSING

I’ve never been a huge fan of beets, but I seem to be able to tolerate them if they are...
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PANKO CRUSTED STUFFED SQUASH BLOSSOMS

Towards the end of each summer, I race to the greenmarket in time to beat the crowds before all the...
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STUFFED MUSHROOMS

Stuffed mushrooms are an old classic that never goes out of style. Why have they stood the test of time?...
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STRAWBERRY MARGARITA

Sometimes the easiest things are the best. If you’ve got some ripe strawberries that are begging to be used, try...
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MARY’S GUACAMOLE

My next-door neighbor, Mary, makes the best guacamole in all of Brooklyn. It’s always perfect and no matter how many...
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GRUYERE GOUGERES

I’m not sure what I love more — the smell of these gougeres baking in the oven or the actual...
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BAKED BRIE BOULE

Are you looking for an easy, impressive dish for cocktail hour? Here’s a fun idea that looks great and is...
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