Dinner Recipes

The power went out halfway through a humid Saturday afternoon at my local community garden, and honestly, I wasn’t expecting much beyond some awkward small … Read more

Introduction My roommate swore she was allergic to shrimp. For years. Then, last summer, I made these honey garlic grilled shrimp skewers just for myself … Read more

Introduction It was 11:07 PM on a quiet Thursday, and that unmistakable craving for something smoky and crunchy hit hard. I didn’t have the usual … Read more

Introduction I was unloading groceries last Thursday when the sharp scent of soy sauce and sweet ginger from a nearby takeout bag hit me — … Read more

Three summers ago, there used to be this tiny lakeside bistro tucked away in a quiet corner of Minnesota’s Northwoods that made the most unforgettable … Read more

The neighborhood block party was in less than two hours, and I’d completely blanked on what to bring. Everyone else was rolling in with their … Read more

Introduction The sizzle from the grill was faint but unmistakable as I stood in my tiny apartment’s parking lot last Saturday evening. The sharp aroma … Read more

There used to be this tiny food stand tucked away at the corner of Maple Street, just next to the old movie theater. They made … Read more

My friend Carla swore she hated ribs for the longest time. Years, honestly. She said they were just too messy, too greasy, and frankly, overrated. … Read more

Introduction The other day, I was waiting in line at the grocery store when the unmistakable scent of smoky bacon from the deli counter caught … Read more