I’m sharing a quick #dinspiration recipe for a Korean-style marinade I made on repeat all summer. It’s garlicky and savory with just enough sweetness to be addictive—similar in spirit to earlier sticky honey-garlic wing recipes. I served these short ribs with short-grain white rice, kimchi, and a simple salad of julienned carrots and cucumbers tossed … Read more

Below are my top picks for flavor-forward Father’s Day grilling recipes. Each recipe features bold marinades and smart make-ahead steps so you can spend the day celebrating Dad instead of being stuck at the stove. Ask most dads what they want for the day and the answer is usually the same: great food off the … Read more

Strawberry season is short and precious. Make the most of every ripe, juicy berry with these 15 delicious summer recipes that showcase fresh strawberries in sweet and savory dishes alike. When the first local strawberries appear—deep red and bursting with flavor—I always buy too many. These easy recipes are how I use them up: quick … Read more

This easy Strawberry Cheesecake is my go-to summer dessert. Built with real ingredients and a few food-science tips, it achieves a soft, fluffy mousse-like texture while still slicing cleanly—no gelatin or Cool Whip required. Designed to set naturally using cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and lemon juice, the filling falls somewhere between a light mousse and … Read more

Turkey Tikka Kebabs are smoky and richly spiced, marinated in creamy yogurt and charred until the edges are crispy. Using a turkey breast roast makes it easy to get large, juicy pieces that grill beautifully. (Chicken works well too.) I recently returned from a Fresh Air Retreat in Georgia and I’m still thinking about the … Read more

These are the Memorial Day recipes I return to every year—the dishes that have earned a permanent place on my summer menu. From incredibly juicy burgers (including a turkey burger that’s surprisingly tender) to fall-off-the-bone ribs, crispy wings, bright make-ahead salads, and a lineup of summer desserts, these recipes make hosting simple and delicious. The … Read more

I’ve been making this reliable French crepe recipe every weekend for years. I blend the batter (though a bowl and whisk work fine) and skip the fuss of lengthy resting times or bringing every ingredient to room temperature. With a simple method and five pantry ingredients, it consistently yields thin, tender crepes that my family … Read more

Hi friends! Happy first weekend of summer. I baked chewy chocolate chip cookies full of gooey milk chocolate and chewy toffee bits—think Skor bar in cookie form. Tomorrow I’ve booked a babysitter for the whole day so Adarsh and I can have some time to ourselves: maybe a bike ride and a movie date to … Read more

These Ham and Cheese Sliders are a timeless favorite, caramelized under a buttery, honey-Dijon glaze. As a food scientist, I focus on the small details that lift simple recipes: prebaking the bottom buns, layering cheese on both sides of the ham, and adding Worcestershire to the butter mixture for depth. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect … Read more

Whether it’s a backyard BBQ side, a potluck with friends, or a lazy afternoon in the park, these summery recipes always disappear first. I could eat creamy pasta salads and crunchy slaws every day and never tire of them. My food science background has helped me figure out what makes potluck and barbecue side dishes … Read more