The Summer Peach Spinach Salad I Make Almost Every Week

Fresh summer peach spinach salad with avocado, goat cheese, and toasted almonds on a wooden table.

I make this summer peach spinach salad all through peach season because it’s one of those recipes that feels special but takes almost no time. I love how the juicy peaches cut through the leafy spinach, and how a creamy hit of avocado makes the whole bowl feel satisfying without being heavy. In my kitchen … Read more

The Summer Quinoa Salad I Make Almost Every Week

Fresh summer quinoa salad with nectarines, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, corn, and herbs in a bowl.

I fell in love with this salad the first summer I needed something that felt like a meal but didn’t heat the kitchen. In my kitchen it became the go-to for light dinners, poolside picnics, and the kind of lunches that still leave you energized for an afternoon walk. The mix of juicy stone fruit, … Read more

The Peach and Burrata Pizza I Bring to Every Summer Party

Slice of peach and burrata pizza with fresh basil on a wooden board.

I always keep a soft spot for recipes that look like they took hours but actually come together quickly in my kitchen. This peach and burrata pizza is one of those dishes: juicy, fragrant peaches paired with creamy burrata make a pizza that reads like summer on a plate. Over the years I’ve learned which … Read more

The Grilled Shrimp and Peach Kabobs My Guests Keep Asking For

Delicious grilled shrimp and peach kabobs garnished with herbs on a rustic wooden table.

When I first served grilled shrimp and peach kabobs at a backyard party, they disappeared faster than I could refill a glass of rosé. There’s something about the contrast of smoky, charred shrimp and warm, caramelized peach wedges that gets people talking — and hovering near the grill. I love recipes that let me stay … Read more

How I Finally Nailed Cherry Chicken with Balsamic Rosemary Glaze

Plated cherry chicken with balsamic rosemary glaze, garnished with fresh rosemary and surrounded by roasted vegetables.

I fell in love with this dish the first time cherries came into season in my small city market. I remember carrying a fragrant paper bag of sun-warm fruit back to my kitchen, thinking the bright, tart flavor would pair beautifully with roast chicken—and rosemary seemed the obvious companion. Over several weekends of testing, I … Read more