Summer Fare

The BEST Gazpacho

According to Susan, at least. Therese and Grandma have their own versions that they prefer, and for such a simple

Paella

This is my best approximation of how I remember my father making paella. He never wrote down his own recipe-the

Lemon Risotto

Once upon a time, this was my go-to restaurant quality dish for the vegetarian set. I often substituted fresh diced

Crab Cakes

One of our oldest family traditions is planning a rest stop on any drive along the Atlantic Coast for buckets

Salade Niçoise

If you asked me which recipe in this book I have made the most times, it would have to be

Grilled Fish Tacos

The first time I visited California was for New Year’s break during my senior year in college. I flew into

Spanish-style Pork ribs

Our family rarely went out to restaurants for dinner, with one notable exception. On May 26, Dad’s birthday, we went

Cherry Cobbler

One of my most vivid childhood memories is climbing the cherry tree in the backyard. I can still picture the

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