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Celebrating Cinco de Mayo with Our Staff Margarita Stories

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Two glasses with a pale yellow margarita with lime slices floating on top.

Article Updated April 29, 2026

We love Cinco de Mayo for many reasons but one of your absolute favorites is the margarita. There’s something special about drinking a margarita. The tangy lime juice that hits your tongue along with a burst of earthy, robust tequila is simply decadent. Maybe it’s the sweet and tart combo that captures us, or the fact that tequila gives us the “warm and fuzzies.” Either way, we look forward to a margarita when we’re celebrating.

In honor of Cinco de Mayo, several members of the extended TABLE family recall their favorite margaritas.

Our Cinco de Mayo Margarita Stories

Keith Recker, Editor-in-Chief

The most unforgettable margarita I ever tasted came out of a slushy machine at Caramba!, a 1980s psuedo-Mexican restaurant on Broadway just south of Astor Place in Manhattan. Because it was adjacent to the then-motherlode of record stores, Tower Records, I passed by the place many times. Tricked out in neon and Miami Vice colors, it was the height of punk-pop boom-boom 80s chic. Because “zero-based budgeting” was my rule in those days, meaning my budget was zero, I did not enter.

The Legendary Caramba! Margarita

In 1986, however, a work colleague who had a map of NYC bars encoded in her hypothalamus said that Caramba! had the best margaritas and the best happy hour crowd. Proof of this, she told our little group at the office, was the fact that halfway through a second round, her best friend stood up, emptied her glass into a stranger’s shopping bag filled with brand new cashmere sweaters, and left. While I suspected that this tale was more of a reason to stay away than to go, I was young. I had not reached the required quota of stupid mistakes. We went.

The first margarita was tart, very, very cold, and obviously heavy with booze. So heavy that I think some serious science went into its making. Oppenheimer must have engineered it right after he worked on the ghostwriter facharbeiten. Am I making it sound anything less than delicious? Then I am leading you astray. It was fantastic. So fantastic that a second one seemed like the best idea anyone had ever had. I remember the second round arriving… six huge icy cups, a couple of them overflowing onto the bar. Six neon colored straws. Six tiny wedges of fresh lime.

The Legendary After-effects of a Caramba! Margarita

I do not remember drinking mine. However, I recall waking up at 1:45 a.m., alone in Brooklyn on the F train, 16 stops farther than I needed to go. I found my way to the other side of the station to catch a train heading in the other direction. I arrived home two hours later. Caramba! and I never saw each other again. Not long after, the Universe removed all temptation to try again because Caramba! closed its doors. 

Alex Hanna, Advisor

I love margaritas! I’ll drink them just about anywhere. From the big old bowls of overly sweet party concoctions, you might find in the Midwest to the smaller shot-glass-sized, extremely tart ones you find throughout Mexico. But for my money the best margaritas in the world are right here in Santa Fe, New Mexico. And no one does it better than the tourist mecca of The Shed and its more locals’ friendly sister restaurant La Choza. I get their Silver Coin version on the rocks with salt. It has the exact balance of tart and sweet as well as smooth and boozy that I like. Pair with their perfect guacamole for lunch and plan on cancelling the rest of your afternoon.

Jim McPartlin, Team Building Enneagram Consultant

I recall a perfect margarita imbibed under the perfect circumstances at the One and Only Palmilla in Mexico. I was seated at Breeze, their outdoor bar/cafe right on the Pacific shore. Perfect sunset. Delicious margarita. Wonderful, warming memory to hold on in the mind on February 22. (Is it ok to ask why National Margarita Day is in February?)

Julia Platt Leonard, Regional Editor

My first proper margarita (I won’t count the all-you-can-drink frozen margarita brunch I had in NYC in the late 80s…) was at historic El Farol in Santa Fe. The memory is slightly blurry, shall we say, but I remember the tang of lime, the lick of salt, and warm hug of tequila. That and a live band, some questionable dancing, and an alarm that went off far too early the next morning. 

Stephanie Cravotta, Director of Digital Advertising

The ultimate margarita lies in the delectable balance of tartness and a perfectly salted rim, making every sip an absolute delight. You can find me at Round Corner Cantina (now Esquina Cantina) in Pittsburgh enjoying a girls night out or mixing up margarita recipes at home for the family.

Sean Collier, TABLE Arts & Cultural Editor/Shady Ave Editor-in-Chief

Unfortunately, tequila doesn’t agree with me. This dates back to college, when one friend had a bottle of very cheap tequila and another had a flavor of Gatorade the approximate color of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. We thought we had come up with a formula for an inexpensive dorm-room margarita; we had actually come up with a formula for feeling very bad for the next three days. Regrettably, that was pretty much it for me and margaritas. (Although I do enjoy the song Margarita by the Traveling Wilburys.)

Kylie Thomas, Online Editor

While I personally can just barely stand the taste of tequila, I do have a recent memory where a margarita somehow ended up in my hand. I had gone to visit my cousin (who is like my brother) in Philadelphia after my mom’s passing. The plan was to have this trip as a chance to relax and get my mind off things. So, last minute, we bought tickets to go see The All-American Rejects and the Jonas Brothers the night I got into town. After a subway ride, long walk, and a ferry ride, we made it to the amphitheater. My plan in this situation was to get the souvenir cup with a spiked vodka lemonade and discounts on refills.

After the first opener went on, I had finished my drink and my cousin had offered to go get me another. So of course I took advantage and told him to get me ANYTHING but a margarita. Well, he comes back, I take a sip out of my cup and immediately realize he was not entirely listening and now I have a cup full of a $20 margarita. I am the last person to waste away a drink so I bucked up, held my breath, and chugged that thing down as quickly as I could. Oddly enough, it wasn’t as bad as I thought it would be. Needless to say though, as a person who doesn’t drink tequila, one margarita was more than enough to get me dancing to songs IN BETWEEN sets.

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with These Margarita Recipes

Looking to celebrate Cinco de Mayo yourself? Mix up one (or all) of our signature margarita recipes and sip the night away.

Marigold Margarita

A reposado cocktail that pleases the palate and the eye. Photo by Tira Howard

Aged tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and elderflower liqueur make up the delicious golden liquid of our Marigold Margarita. It’s a little earthy, a little tangy, and packs a punch thanks to the 1414 ArteNOM Reposado Tequila. 

Prickly Pear Margarita

A dark-pinkish red prickly pear margarita sits in a salt-rimmed glass in front of a green background.

A blast of refreshment and a little bit of tartness hit you in every sip of our Prickly Pear Margarita. We recommend using unaged agave or Blanco tequilas for their clear and crisp finish. 

Campo Lavender Margarita

Fresh from Los Poblanos, a refreshing cocktail made from their signature crop.

Albuquerque restaurant Campo shares their perfect recipe for a margarita with citrus and floral notes that complement each other well. In the Campo Lavender Margarita, orange liqueur, lemon, and lime juice cut through the lavender simple syrup while still letting the tequila take the spotlight.

Pineapple Habanero Margarita

a glass of Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita

Cool down with this tropical take on a margarita. The Pineapple Habanero Margarita uses Cimarron Reposado, pineapple juice, lime juice, and a homemade habanero simple syrup that you can use in other recipes besides this one.

Margarita, A Cocktail for Cancer

A margarita cocktail for cancer in a small blue glass with a lime garnish and salt rim. Selenite sits near by on the black table.

For our zodiac cocktail series, the margarita had to be the perfect match for compassionate Cancer thanks to its ability to bring people together. This Margarita recipe is a classic, simple one that’s a staple to have in your cocktail recipe wheelhouse. 

Apple Cider Margarita

An apple cider margarita in a Halloween-inspired glass

While it isn’t fall during National Margarita Day, you’re going to want to save this recipe for when the apple cider is flowing. Our Apple Cider Margarita is a little sweet with a backing of mulling spices like cinnamon, cloves, allspice, and nutmeg. Just be sure not to forget the cinnamon sugar rim!

Cranberry Margarita

Three cranberry margaritas garnished with lime and staged for a Christmas table

Tangy cranberry makes a margarita just as delicious in the wintertime as it is in the summer. Simply sugar your rim and then fill with a combination of fresh fruit juices, orange liqueur, and tequila. Not to mention you can really have fun with the presentation of this Cranberry Margarita.

The Protea, aka a Guava Margarita

A person with rings holds a short cocktail glass with a Guava Margarita inside in an orange color, garnished with a lime and rimming salt.

Sometimes you just need something different in your margarita and guava is just exotic enough to try. Spicy rimming salts cover the edge of a glass full of your favorite tequila, fresh lime juice, Grand Marnier, and guava juice. Keep the tropical party going all evening long with this recipe.

Spicy Orange NA-rgarita

A white man's arm and hand holds a Spicy Orange NA-rgarita (a Margarita Mocktail) on a black filled with mocktail mixing supplies.

Here’s a non-alcoholic version for all those wishing to enjoy the flavors of a margarita without the headache afterwards. Fresh orange and spicy agave syrup combine with an alcohol-free tequila in this delicious and lively Spicy Orange NA-rgarita.

For a full menu, check out our Cinco de Mayo recipes!

Story by Kylie Thomas

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Braised Pork Shoulder & Kimchi Soup

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A tantalizinbraised pork shoulder & kimchi soup featuring Korean flavors, garnished with fresh dill, sour cream, scallions, and toasted sesame seeds.

Pork shoulder is a great cut because it has the right meat-to-fat ratio for a flavorful braised dish. If you can find a whole shoulder, use it to minimize the work, or use already-cut pieces as an option. This dish highlights Korean flavors in a simple kimchi-based braising liquid. This recipe can be made in two stages to accommodate your schedule. You can cook the pork shoulder days ahead and finish the braising on the day it is intended to be served. Its optional accompaniment of spicy tteokbokki (rice cakes) contrasts with and balances the richness. You could also make simple white rice instead.

Braised Pork Shoulder & Kimchi Soup with Spicy Tteokbokki Recipe

INGREDIENTS

1 cup gochujang
1/4 cup sesame oil
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup sweet soy
1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
1 tbsp fresh garlic, minced
2 tbsp persimmon vinegar or apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp kosher salt
1 tsp ground black pepper
4 lb whole pork shoulder
2 qt meat or vegetable stock
4 cups kimchi, rough chopped
Fresh dill, sour cream, scallions, toasted sesame seeds for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Make the marinade ahead by combining all the ingredients except the pork shoulder and braising. Set aside 1/2 cup of the marinade if making the rice cake side dish.
  2. Marinate by evenly spreading the mix on the pork; cover with plastic in a bowl and refrigerate overnight.
  3. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large braising pan, bake pork shoulder covered in foil for 2 hours. Let cool before refrigerating if you will finish the braise on a later day.
  4. Otherwise, remove pan from the oven and add stock and kimchi around the pork; cover without foil and braise for another hour.
  5. Serve while still hot and with garnishes and side dish.

Note: If replacing the rice cakes with plain white rice, cook the rice and add the marinade after or omit if preferred plain.

Spicy Tteokbokki

2 cups Korean rice cakes, ready-to-cook.
1/2 cup reserved pork marinade
Toasted sesame seeds for garnish

Use ready-to-cook or dried. Rice cakes will need special instructions to prepare before cooking, so check the instructions on the packaging. At the end of the previous recipe there is a note to add a sauce as the liquid reduces and the rice cakes are close to done; add the marinade that was made ahead to save time.

Cucumber Salad with Sushi Vinegar & Fresh Dill

Use one package of Kirby cucumbers or seedless cucumbers. Add enough sushi vinegar to marinate the cucumbers for at least 5-10 minutes. Top with fresh dill.

Story, Recipe and Styling by Rafe Vencio / Photography by Dave Bryce 

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6 Root Vegetable Recipes

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An aerial view of a wooden cutting board filled with various veggies like carrots and beets. Carrot and Beet Latkes recipe

Root vegetables, with their unique flavors and intricate textures, have been a staple in kitchens since the dawn of time. From the orange hues and crunchiness of carrots to the deep purples and earthy sweetness of beets, these versatile vegetables offer plenty of nutrient-dense culinary possibilities. Whether roasted to caramelized perfection, mashed into creamy purees, or made into vibrant salads, root vegetables allow you to enhance your longstanding dinner favorites or create new, exciting meals. Discover the endless possibilities of these treats from the Earth with some of our favorite root vegetable recipes. Whether you’re looking to use potatoes, carrots, beets, sweet potatoes, or onion, we’ve got the perfect recipe to get you started.

Roasted Beet Salad with French Vinaigrette

Roasted Beet Salad

Beets are actually at their best late in the winter season, when they’ve had time to accumulate the natural sugars and earthy flavors they’re so famous for. With this Roasted Beet Salad recipe, you can bring out all their virtues with a quick roasting session, and a drizzle of delicious vinaigrette.

Maple-Glazed Bacon-Wrapped Carrots

On a white plate sits a bundle of maple-glazed bacon-wrapped carrots with a maple dipping sauce to the side and a glass of beer above the plate.

Crispy bacon, crunchy farm-fresh carrots, and coated in a sweet maple-glaze… Do we have your attention? Our Maple-Glazed Bacon-Wrapped Carrots elevate your basic veggie recipe with a beloved maple bacon flavor. Serve it as a side along with a roasted pork loin or on its own for a yummy appetizer. 

Sweet Potato Stacks

Sweet potato stacks

Start with thick slices of sweet potato drizzled with butter and baking spices. Roast for a half hour in the oven. What do you get? Our delicious Sweet Potato Stacks, a side dish with savory undertones, a bit of natural sweetness, and an herbaceous aroma that can’t be beat.

Carrot and Beet Latkes

An aerial view of a wooden cutting board filled with various veggies like carrots and beets. Carrot and Beet Latkes recipe

Potato latkes are a favorite for breakfast or lunch but what if we told you that there’s a way to make them even tastier? Instead of potatoes, use shredded carrots and beets for a bit of earthy sweetness, crisped to perfection. Plus, get adventurous with the garnishes like capers and hard boiled eggs.

Caramelized Fennel, Onion and Pea Soup

Caramelized fennel soup in a bowl on a white wooden surface with a spoon and a small bowl of toppings on the side

If you’re looking for a farm-to-table winter soup, try our Caramelized Fennel, Onion and Pea Soup! Warm spices come together with fresh fennel, onion, and frozen peas to make this recipe as simple as possible. Cuddle up on the couch with a bowl of our soup on the next winter weather day you’re stuck at home. 

Roasted Radishes with Garlic Scape Butter

An aerial shot of a plate of Roasted Radishes with Garlic Scape Butter

You have to try roasted radishes to appreciate their goodness. The roasting process brings out a sweetness in the radishes that is unexpected but delightful. Garlic scapes complement the Roasted Radishes but you can use garlic and shallots to get the same effect.

Story by Kylie Thomas

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Best Cookbooks of 2023

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Photo courtesy of Alfred Kenneally

Do you need another cookbook? Of course you do, especially when 2023 was a bumper year for food writing. We’ve picked some of our favorite and best 2023 cookbooks — writing that challenges, nourishes, as well as helps put dinner on the table. Bon appétit! 

Best for the Vegetarian (or Omnivore)

A white cover depicts a face made out of broccoli hair, mushroom nose, and squash smile.

Tenderheart

By Hetty Lui McKinnon

Yes, this is a book about vegetables but it’s also a story of the author’s father – the tenderheart of the title – who rose every morning to go to Sydney’s wholesale fruit and veg market. Divided by vegetable – everything from cabbage to turnips – this is food for both the heart and soul.

A person holds a basket of various colored vegetables like green cabbage, yellow peppers, onions, and red peppers. The image is placed as the cover of best 2023 cookbook, Veg-Table.

Veg-Table

By Nik Sharma

Another buy-me-now, veg-centric book is Veg-Table by one of our favorite food writers, Nik Sharma. Sharma trained as a molecular biologist and he shows as it takes a deep dive into the science of vegetables and how you can tease the most flavor from them. Not only are the recipes stellar (try his Acorn Squash, Kale, and Chilli Miso Sauce recipe), but Sharma also does the sumptuous photography himself. Worthy of a  place on your bookshelf.

A woman holds a fancy white plate of vegetables against a pink and orange background for the best 2023 cookbook, Comfort and Joy.

Comfort and Joy: Irresistible Pleasures from a Vegetarian Kitchen

By Ravinder Bhogal

Born in Kenya to Indian parents, Bhogal is chef/owner of Jikoni in London’s Marylebone. In this, her second cookbook, she turns her eye to vegan and vegetarian fare, taking vegetables from side dishes to pride of plate. Recipes like Roasted Muscat Grapes and Figs with Burrata and Bitter Leaves or Whipped Feta with Confit Tomatoes (which she shares with us here) are a riot of color and favor. 

Best for the (Armchair) Traveller 

A brightly painted oriental yellow bowl sits against a blue patterned background to make the cover of the cookbook.

Invitation to a Banquet: The Story of Chinese Food

By Fuchsia Dunlop

James Beard Award-winning writer Fuchsia Dunlop, was the first Westerner to train as a chef at the Sichuan Higher Institute of Cuisine, and has made China her second home for over thirty years. Not a recipe book but a history of Chinese food told by dish – everything from deceptively simple steamed rice, to the intriguingly-named ‘Catfish Basking in Honors’ – this is the perfect book to tuck into on a cold winter’s day.

A white cover of a 2023 cookbook displays a white plate with various proteins and vegetables on top. The name "Sofreh" is painted across the top left corner.

Sofreh: A Contemporary Approach to Classic Persian Cuisine

By Nasim Alikhani with Theresa Gambacorta

In Farsi, sofreh is the word for the bold, colorful table coverings that serve as a backdrop for Persian feasts. Nasim Alikhani – owner of Sofreh restaurant in Brooklyn – says it also means to ‘sit at the sofreh’ with a table heavily laden with wonderful things to eat and drink. And this, her first cookbook, is filled with just such things from Sour Cherry Rice to Saffron-Marinated Cornish Hens. Food that is as warm and welcoming as the restaurant itself.

A neutral colored cover with lighter spots displays the words on the cover of the Yogurt and Whey cookbook.

Yogurt & Whey: Recipes of an Iranian Immigrant Life

By Homa Dashtaki

Unemployed and mourning the death of her uncle, Dashtaki started making and selling yogurt at her local farmer’s market. What she found was much more: “Yogurt forces you to slow down. It takes a long time for the milk to boil – and even longer time for the milk to cool. And in that time, everything feels better.” A beautifully written ode to Iran where she was born and a guide for readers on how to turn something as simple as milk into something as magical as yogurt.   

Best for the Baker

A red cover of the cookbook The Cookie That Changed My Life by Nancy Silverton.

The Cookie That Changed My Life

By Nancy Silverton with Carolynn Carreño 

What Nancy Silverton doesn’t know about baking – she was original pastry chef at Wolfgang Puck’s Spago and went on to open and run La Brea Bakery – can be measured in teaspoons. Now she’s taken a deep dive into how to create the best of everything baked, from the ultimate Peanut Butter Cookie (the holy grail of the title), to Key Lime Pie.

A cookbook cover for Still We Rise pictures a person in white clothing holding a basket of fresh baked biscuits.

Still We Rise

By Erika Council

If it’s biscuits you’re baking, then Still We Rise is the bible. Council – chef/owner of the Bomb Biscuit Co. in Atlanta, named by the New York Times as one of the top 50 restaurants in the U.S. – knows a thing or two about biscuits. The recipes are as Council says ‘a love letter to the Southern biscuit’. It’s a letter we’d gladly receive. Check out Erika’s recipe for Pull-Apart Biscuits to get a taste.

Best for the Curious Cook

A cookbook cover features a colorful flavor wheel over a dark yellow background.

The Flavor Thesaurus: More Flavors

By Niki Segnit

Sorrel? It’s lovely paired with eggs, cheese, gooseberries and leeks not to mention white beans and of course spinach. How do we know? Because Niki Segnit’s latest is full of plant-led pairings of foods like sorrel, with recipes and ideas for cooks. Not a traditional cookbook but all the better for it. She’s created a color wheel of flavors from ‘sweet woody’ to ‘sour fruity’, then tells you what foods fall in each category, and what they pair with well. The writing is sublime and whether you read  it from cover-to-cover or dip in and out, you’re sure to be inspired. 

A cookbook cover displays shelves filled with kitchen materials like jars of ingredients.

The Secret of Cooking

By Bee Wilson

The secret to cooking isn’t equipment or even ingredients, it’s the cook. Wilson gently takes the reader-cook in hand to share what’s she has learned, including sage advice such as thinking of time in the kitchen as an ingredient, followed by a host of ‘universal cooking sauces’ that can be made and stashed in the fridge or freezer. A book that will transform not only how you cook, but how you think about cooking itself. Try her Magic Pasta recipe to see for yourself. 

A white background cookbook cover is topped with cut out photos of food dishes as well as the author, a woman standing in yellow overalls and a striped shirt.

Start Here: Instructions for Becoming a Better Cook

By Sohla El-Waylly

Cooking with confidence is what Start Here is all about whether you’re after the perfect poached egg, puffy pitas, or pot of steamed rice. We love the ‘What the Hell Happened’ so you can find out why your shortbread was less than stellar. Lots of good recipes to test your new found skills with like Chili-Blistered Egg over Brothy Beans or Creamy Lemon Squares with Brown Butter Crust.

Story by Julia Platt Leonard

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8 Recipes for Your Mardi Gras Spread

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A gumbo enriched with ham and andouille sausage for a Creole-style feast.

When you think of Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday, you probably think of bright colors, parades, shiny beads around everyone’s necks, and plenty of comfort cooking. This Carnival celebration is an all-out, all-rich-foods celebration right before Ash Wednesday starts the fasting season of Lent. Join in the festivities this year and cook up a feast fit for royalty! You don’t have to be in New Orleans to enjoy the traditional dishes of Mardi Gras. From flaky, delicious desserts to hearty, flavorful, seafood dinner dishes, we’re sure this spread will leave your stomach so full you’ll be happy the fasting season has arrived the next morning. 

Celebrate Mardi Gras with These New Orleans Recipes

King Cake

A braided bread with berries and other seasonings inside it, surrounded by small blue plates and various ingredients.

The King Cake is a tradition for Mardi Gras and the holiday of Epiphany (Three Kings Day) on January 6. This combination coffee cake and cinnamon roll is sweet and delicious with a baby hidden inside to represent baby Jesus. Whoever gets the slice with the figure wins a prize. We recommend decorating your king cake with the purple, yellow, and green frosting or sprinkles to really get into the Mardi Gras spirit. 

Jambalaya

Jambalaya in a bowl placed on a ceramic surface along with a spoon, spices, and lemon

What says New Orleans more than a big bowl of Jambalaya? It’s warm, spicy, and made from the heart. Our recipe piles the protein high with chicken, shrimp, and smoked sausage mixed into rice, celery, onion, green pepper, and a savory broth. It’s a recipe that reminds you there’s nothing quite like homemade cooking.

Green Gumbo

A gumbo enriched with ham and andouille sausage for a Creole-style feast.

Fat Tuesday is right before Lent so feel free to load up your gumbo with ham, andouille sausage, slab bacon, or all three! Our Green Gumbo starts with a rich stock of smoked ham hock or slab bacon, bay leaves, black peppercorn, and allspice berries. Then we add in your choice of protein, onion, celery heart, bell pepper, kale, collard greens, and so much more to make this a fulfilling dish for your celebration. 

Braised Beef Short Ribs with Cheddar Cheese Grits

Tender braised beef atop cheesy grits.

Grits are another staple of Louisiana, especially when they’re cheesy! In this recipe, we pair them with a Braised Beef Short Ribs recipe whose results are so tender, the meat falls off the bone. A perfect accompaniment to creamy Cheddar Cheese Grits. It’s truly a comfort dish at its finest level that’ll make you feel like you’re at a cafe on the streets of New Orleans. 

Turmeric Lemon Beignets

Powdered sugar topped beignets sit in a black bowl while a plate of beignets sits unfocused in the back.

Who would we be if we didn’t include beignets in our Mardi Gras menu? This recipe combines the vibrant flavors of turmeric and lemon to create a unique and unforgettable treat. These fluffy, golden squares of fried dough are not only delightful in their cloud-like texture but in their punch of flavor as well.

Zesty Shrimp Roll

A plate of mini shrimp sandwiches.

If you’re looking for a smaller bite that still incorporates essentials like shrimp and a little bit of spice, our Zesty Shrimp Rolls are your perfect appetizer. Grab your favorite bun and stuff it up with shrimp, celery, carrots, and fennel, then coat in a zesty, tangy sauce of mayonnaise, sour cream, chili flakes, lime, and lemon. So simple to make and just as easy to enjoy.

Wintertime Rice and Beans

Wintertime Rice and Beans served in a steel bowl

Every feast needs a side that matches its excellency. For Mardi Gras, that means red beans and rice which give you a cushion for spicy gumbo and other dishes. Our Wintertime Rice and Beans uses white rice, adzuki beans, black beans, Vindaloo curry spice, and a pinch of saffron for something a little more flavorful than your average recipe.

Oyster Shooter

A look in photo of an etched shooter glass with an oyster on the half shell resting on the top of the glass on a black surface, with another oyster shooter in the background along with a dish of oysters.

What better way is there to end a Mardi Gras dinner than with an Oyster Shooter? This combination of deliciously salty oyster with a rich Bloody Mary shot is simple decadence. We welcome you to dress up your oyster as well though our Bloody Mary mix uses horseradish Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and fresh ground black pepper.

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6 Valentine’s Day Cocktails and Mocktails

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Two small cocktail classes hold a valentine's day cocktail in a red color with a foam on top and edible flowers as a garnish.

Ah, Valentine’s Day. What better moment could there be for opening a bottle of wine to share with the one you love the most? This year, instead of turning to a bottle of wine, spice things up with complex, flavorful cocktail and mocktail creations. Not only are the results delicious, you’ll have some bonding time in the kitchen while you shake up these sensual sips.

Below you’ll find the Valentine’s Day cocktails and mocktails of your most romantic dreams, put together with care by contributor Kaitlin Fellers. With lovely ingredients like strawberries, passionfruit, and red wine, how could you deny yourself a drink… or two… or three?

You might think about pairing these cocktails and mocktails with with our Valentine’s Day Dinner Recipes for the perfect evening in.

6 Valentine’s Day Cocktails and Mocktails

More Adventurous

Two champagne flutes hold a yellow-orange colored drink as sparkling wine is poured into the glass on the right to make the More Adventurous Valentine's Day Cocktail.

It’s time to pop open the bubbly with your loved one. This year, be a little More Adventurous with our tasty concoction made from the sweet and sour flavors of passionfruit and an extra burst of lemon. This drink is sure to get the romance flowing from the pop of the cork, and onward.

Melt Your Heart

Two cat shaped mugs sit with a Melt Your Heart Valentine's Day cocktail in each and topped with ginger.

Get ready to cuddle and cozy up to your beloved with our Melt Your Heart Valentine’s Day Cocktail. You’ll fall in love with this hot, sippable surprise combo of white chocolate and tart cherry. It’s sort of like hot chocolate but much better because there’s tequila involved!

Two Slow Dancers

Two small cocktail classes hold a valentine's day cocktail in a red color with a foam on top and edible flowers as a garnish.

Our intimate take on a Whiskey Sour called Two Slow Dancers starts with a base of robust and spicy bourbon or rye before a rush of fruity relief and creamy texture follows. Watch the way the red wine sways and dances around the glass as it floats on top.

The Archer

Two coupe glasses hold slightly red The Archer Valentine's Day Cocktail with an edible purple flower on top.

This well-balanced Valentine’s Day Cocktail represents the happy couples around the world who balance each other out. There’s an even-Steven give and take expressed in flavors of lemon and strawberry alongside a smooth base of vodka and dry vermouth.

Francis Forever Mocktail

Two glasses filled with a Francis Forever Valentine's Day Mocktail with a spoon of herbs nearby and a piece of passionfruit in front of the glasses.

Those abstaining from alcohol can still delight in a special beverage to toast with their beloved on Valentine’s Day. Our Francis Forever Mocktail uses your favorite green tea, delicious, homemade passionfruit syrup, and a squeeze of lemon to help accentuate the flavors.

Chateau Lobby #4 Mocktail

Two glasses sit on slabs of marble with deep red liquid at the bottom and topped with a red edible flower to represent the Chateau Lobby #4 Valentine's Day mocktail.

Mocktails don’t have to taste like a boring glass of soda or flavorless seltzer. Our Chateau Lobby #4 Valentine’s Day Mocktail takes a little extra work to make the homemade vanilla honey syrup. We promise, however, that every step is worth the sweet taste at the end.

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Styling by Anna Franklin
Photography by Dave Bryce
Story by Kylie Thomas

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11 Romantic Dinner Recipes for Valentine’s Day

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An aerial view of Pork Dumplings with Edible Flowers on a white plate. Blue chopsticks sit to the right side of the plate. Edible Flowers sit around the plate.

Nothing says “I love you” like a homemade dinner, cooked from scratch with careful hands and plenty of passion. Instead of spending tons of money on a night out, stay in this Valentine’s Day and surprise your date with an extravagant meal made with your own hands. Many of our recipes use simple steps which help you all along the way, so even if you’re a beginner-level chef, we have the perfect recipe for you. 

Now, get prepared with a glass of your lover’s favorite wine, romantic music on the sound system, and settle in for one amazing meal that’ll definitely win you a kiss or two. 

11 Romantic Dinner Recipes for Valentine’s Day

Jambo Slow Cooked Oxtail

Slow-Cooked Oxtail Dish with Jamaican Jerk Seasoning, Rosemary, Thyme, and Cinnamon

A warm, spiced meal of Slow Cooked Oxtail will not only impress your partner but leave your house with a tasty aroma. Make sure you start this dish the day before your dinner date so you can give time for the rub to work its way into the meat. The end product leaves you with mouth-watering broth, tender, pull-apart oxtail, and plenty of love.

Savory Black Truffle Bread Pudding Stuffed Squash

Three different shades of blue plates with bread pudding stuffed small halved squashed with rosemary and red peppercorn garnish around the plates

Cook up a seasonal dish that embraces the fresh ingredients that winter has to offer in our Savory Black Truffle Bread Pudding Stuffed Squash. A variety of tender, roasted winter squash such as delicata, acorn, and red kabocha, is stuffed with a savory mix of sweet Italian sausage, fresh herbs, and brioche for a decadent blend of textures and flavors. It’s the addition of the black truffle paste that gives this recipe a rich and luscious touch. 

Beef Wellington with Crosshatched Potatoes & Roasted Carrots

A piece of beef wellington sits cut in teh middle of a plate with roasted potatoes and orange and yellow carrots.

Looking for an elegant main course that’s sophisticated but not too complicated to make? Jackie Page’s Beef Wellington is made easy with store bought puff pastry, other ingredients you probably have in the kitchen already, and simple instructions. Plus, the sides of crunchy Crosshatched Potatoes and sweet Roasted Carrots complement each bite.

Seafood Broil for 2

a black table with a round metal pan with clams, scallops, crab legs, lobster, and shrimp

What’s more romantic than a Seafood Broil made from luxurious seafood that you can both enjoy from one pot? In this recipe, we make sure to pack in all your favorites like lobster tails, scallops, snow crab clusters, littleneck clams, and gulf shrimp. Serve with slices of lemon, homemade garlic bread, and whatever else your heart desires for an unforgettable night.

Braised Duck Leg in Green Chile with Cumin-Infused Roasted Carrots

Plated braised duck leg in green chiles and roasted cumin carrot strips topped with parsley.

Show off your kitchen skills with delicious duck. It’s tender, juicy and can elevate any dish with nutty-tasting fattiness. For our Braised Duck Leg in Green Chile you won’t need much beyond excellent spices and sliced carrots for the accompaniment. For such an easy dish, the tasty payoff is huge. 

Cider-Glazed Pork Loin with Roasted Apples and Potatoes

An aerial shot of Cider-Glazed Pork Loin with Roasted Apples and Potatoes in a roasting tray.

This meal is truly fit for a king… or a lovely couple looking to enjoy their Valentine’s Day. The Cider-Glaze is where this Pork Loin recipe shines. It’s made with apple cider, brown sugar, bay leaves, and sage sprigs for the perfect combination of sweet and savory. Place the loin along with apples and potatoes in the oven and you’ll have yourself a fantastic home-cooked meal that reminds you of home.

Teriyaki-Glazed Grilled Octopus

Octopus Braised in a Symphony of Flavors with Sticky Rice, Wasabi Emulsion, Teriyaki Glaze, and Yuzu Aioli

If you want to go all out and treat your loved one to an elevated meal with complex flavors, this Teriyaki-Glazed Grilled Octopus is for you. The recipe isn’t as complicated as it seems. You’ll learn to grill octopus, cook sticky rice, and make your own wasabi emulsion and teriyaki glaze. It all comes together with the richness from the teriyaki, balanced by the acidity from the yuzu and heat from the wasabi

Pork Dumplings with Edible Flowers

An aerial view of Pork Dumplings with Edible Flowers on a white plate. Blue chopsticks sit to the right side of the plate. Edible Flowers sit around the plate.

Create an art display right on your plate with the addition of edible flowers to dearly beloved Pork Dumplings. This beautiful recipe takes Asian flavors and infuses them with botanical tastes to make an upscale delicacy. With a spicy, floral bite, you’ll be amazed how much your cooking tastes and looks like a restaurant-quality meal.

Cauliflower Steaks with Curry Leaf Oil and Red Wine Cherry Sauce

Cauliflower Steaks with Curry Leaf Oil and Red Wine Cherry Sauce sit on a blue plate to the left of the frame.

For all the vegetarians out there, don’t think we forgot about you. These Cauliflower Steaks are a delectable meat substitute. Maybe you’ll add a loaded baked potato smothered in cheese and sour cream. Or, you’ll cook up some risotto that’ll go beautifully with the Curry Leaf Oil and Red Wine Cherry Sauce. No matter what path you choose, you really can’t go wrong.

Roasted Oysters with Cornbread, Leek and Banana Pepper Crumble

A roasted oyster dish with an impressive symphony of flavors and textures.

Oysters are one of the most popular aphrodisiac ingredients. They’re rich in zinc, which helps maintain dopamine. But, you won’t find your basic oysters here. Instead, our recipe combines them with Cornbread, Leek, and Banana Pepper Crumble that adds equal notes of sweetness and spice. 

Aphrodisiac Board for Two

An aphrodisiac board for 2 with several aphrodisiac ingredients like, berries, nuts, cheese, honey, oyster shooters and pickled asparagus on a black counter in a black kitchen with two glasses of champagne, a champagne bottle, and a dish of oysters on the half shell in the background.

Dinner does not have to consist of just one main course. Instead, split your meal up into bite-size pieces. Our Aphrodisiac has all you need to woo your lover and set the perfect, romantic, intimate mood. You can get creative with your choices depending on if you prefer a more savory or sweet board. But, we recommend adding asparagus, berries, cheese, oysters, nuts, and peppermint leaves to get the blood flowing. It’s a way to have dinner, dessert, and snacks all in one so you can leave the rest of the night for celebrating further.

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Shop Local, New Mexico: Valentine’s Day Gifts

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Nothing says panic shopping like Valentine’s Day. Fatigued financially and emotionally by Christmas-shopping excess, Valentine’s Day sneaks up on us. And let’s face it, we’ve all seen the crazed look as someone throws a bunch of red roses with baby’s breath into their shopping cart, and dashes to the checkout line. 

If you’d like something with a bit more style, then we’re here to help. 

A white mug with a heart heart and the world love sits to the left of a pink tray with the same deisgn.
Photo courtesy of Museum of New Mexico Foundation

Alexander Girard LOVE Mug and Tray

Give someone your heart with the gift of a Girard Classic Love Mug, based on the motif from design guru Alexander Girard. There’s also a Love Tray, made of laminated plywood, that is perfect for serving your near and dear a heartfelt cup of tea in the aforementioned mug. 

Six books sit stacked on top of a textured blanket with five books on the bottom and one sitting atop the rest.
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Collected Works Books

For the cerebral Valentine in your life, we turned to our friends at Collected Works for book suggestions that put their ‘heart’ in it. For the hardcore horror fan, My Heart is a Chainsaw. History buff? Definitely Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee. For smaller-sized hearts, there is NOT a Heart. And of course our favorite, The Heart is a Lonely Hunter. Here’s hoping your Valentine’s Day isn’t lonely! 

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Photo courtesy of TOKo

Dressed in Red

Say it loud and say it proud with show-stopping clothing and accessories from TOKo that have Valentine’s Day written all over them. If your beloved isn’t getting the hint, then this could be the gift you give yourself. And trust us, when it comes to this vibrant red, everyone wears it well.

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Heart-Shaped Cookies from Dolina

Something sweet for your sweetheart? We can’t think of a better way to say I love you or even, I think I might like you just a bit…than Dolina’s almond linzer hearts with raspberry jam. 

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SWAIA Native Fashion Week Announces Featured Designers

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SWAIA Native Fashion Week (SNFW) in Santa Fe, the first-ever American-produced Indigenous Fashion Week, has announced this year’s 14 participating designers. This event works to empower Indigenous designers and creators to narrate their stories through the medium of fashion arts. Audiences will learn about the world of Indigenous fashion and how these designers made a name for themselves. The event culminates in a fashion show. 

The week starts off with a media launch event at the New Mexico Governor’s Mansion on Thursday, May 2. The following day at the Santa Fe Convention Center, a fashion mini symposium with panel discussions addresses topics such as, “Why Native American Fashion Matters?” and a “Designer Focused Fashion Hub.” The event finishes on Saturday and Sunday, which are dedicated to the mainstage fashion show featuring looks from each designer and their brand. 

Tickets go on sale online in March. Watch SWAIA and SWAIA Native Fashion for complete event details and ticket information.

14 Native American and Indigenous Canadian designers plan to participate, including: 

Ayimach Lodge By: Angela DeMontigny, Rachelle Whitewind, Jason Baerg

A woman walks the runway in a shiny silver dress with teal embellishments and earrings.

Photo courtesy of @ayimach_horizons on Instagram. Designer: @jasonbaerg of @ayimach_horizons, Earrings: @ayimach_horizons, Hair: @cassandra_topartist, MUA: @makeupbysj_jessica, Photos: @fashionarttoronto, @conillleung, @prevalentfocus, @djay1307, Videography: @fashionarttoronto, @so_mani_media, Director: @_vanjavasic_, Producer @liammicha, Assistant Producer: @shirakarney, Assistant Director: @lillicetasia, Creative Makeup Director: @jezlooks, Creative Hair Director: @dylandoesmyhair, Venue: @blackcreekassembly, Hair Sponsor: @matrix, Skincare Sponsor: @farmacybeauty, Lash sponsor: @lashgodraq, Key MUA: @paolaortizco, Key Hair: @dylandoesmyhair

Carrie Wood

A woman stands facing the camera in a letterman type jacket while a man stands beside her, facing away from the camera in another lettermen jacket.

Photo of courtesy of Carrie Wood

Dehmin Cleland

A woman's side profile is turned towards the camera with her hair in braids, strawberry bead earrings, and a beaded collar as well.

Photo courtesy of indigenousfashionarts.com on Dehmin Cleland’s Profile

Himikalas Pamela Baker of T.O.C Legends

A woman walks the runway in a red patterned bottoms and matching top with her hair in a bun as she strikes a pose.

Photo of a Himaklas Pamela Barker look courtesy of @himikalas on Instagram

House of Sutai by Peshawn Bread

A woman stands in front of a pink background with a red dress draped around her body and a pearl necklace around her neck.

Photo courtesy of @houseofsutai on Instagram, taken by Tyra Maney for Museum of the Cherokee People

Justin Jacob Louis

A letterman jacket in a navy blue with a big red "S" on the chest and 3 and 5 on the sleeves.

Photo courtesy of sectionthirtyfive.com of a Golden Bear Sportswear Red Mox Letterman Jacket

Lesley Hampton

Lesley hampton

Photo of A Lineage of Badass Matriarchs Jacket courtesy of lesleyhampton.com 

Loren Aragon of Towering Stone

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Maria Hupfield

A woman in all black clothing and no shoes stands against a white wall and floor with a sliver decoration around her neck and a tambourine in hand.

Photo courtesy of @mariehupfield on Instagram, taken by Darren Rigo

Orlando Dugi

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Photo courtesy of @orlandodugi on Instagram, Models: @dean.michael_ & @tyy_fierce, MUA: @aprilkateri, Photographer: @darklistedphotography, Lighting: @benignfiltr

Patricia Michaels

A woman in a brown jacket with front floral embellishments stands in front of a brightly lit window.

Photo courtesy of patricia-michaels.com taken by Robert I Mesa

Qaulluq

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Photo courtesy of qaulluq.com

Randy Leigh Barton

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Photo courtesy of americandakota.com

Victoria’s Arctic Fashion

A woman in a light beige and black winter coat stands outside in the snow with the sherpa hood pulled up over her head.

Photo courtesy of vafashion.ca from the The Nanuraq Collection – Winter 2022

Tickets for the fashion week go on sale in March so keep your eye open for when you can grab a pair.

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Delicious Mediterranean Diet Recipes

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Mottahedeh's Tobacco Leaf Dinnerware: Prawn and Noodle Lettuce Wrap Dish

The Mediterranean Diet is considered by quite a few experts to be the best option for many of us. It focuses on the food practices of the Mediterranean region with an emphasis on heart-health. Usually this includes dishes that feature vegetables, whole grains, seafood, beans, nuts and seeds, and especially olive oil, while avoiding foods like red meats, processed sugars, and refined grains. Lowering cholesterol and blood pressure are great goals, but the its the unique flavors and vivid energy boost you get from healthy ingredients will keep you coming back for more. 

If you’re not sure how to start incorporating the Mediterranean diet into your lifestyle, here are some recipes that provide the essential ingredients that’ll become your new best friend.

Delicious Mediterranean Diet Recipes

Pomegranate Marinated Salmon with Roasted Brussel Sprouts 

A pan filled with brussel sprouts, salmon, and pomegranate seeds sits on a wooden table surrounded by plates and forks.

Salmon is one of the top protein choices in a Mediterranean diet and it’s easy to see why. It’s packed with omega-3 fatty acids that help promote heart health through reducing cholesterol and blood pressure. Try it combined with the just as healthy and helpful pomegranate in this Marinated Salmon meal for a lovely blend of tastes and benefits. 

Mediterranean Stew 

A bowl full of a tomato based Mediterranean Stew with carrots, kale, and beans throughout on top of a wooden table beside a golden spoon.

There’s nothing quite like a hearty stew that’ll have your stomach full of fresh, flourishing ingredients. This Mediterranean Stew makes substantial use of farm-grown vegetables, homemade marinara sauce, and plenty of seasonings. Lose yourself in the comforting flavors of cannellini beans, carrots, tomatoes, onion, and kale, all key elements of the diet.

White Bean Tuna Salad Wraps

White Bean Tuna Salad Wraps sit on a green plate with two orange slices, and a few pieces of kiwi.

Beans are a satisfying part of a healthy meal. They’re rich in iron, protein, and dietary fiber. These White Bean Tuna Salad Wraps are not only delicious but are loaded with nutrients perfect for midday pick-me-ups. The tuna is also soaked in olive oil rather than water to increase vitamin D and selenium intake. 

Skordalia with Salted Cod and Fermented Beets

Whole-Grain Pita, accompanied by a bottle of Garalis Terra Ambera Muscat of Alexandria from Lemnos, Greece. A Mediterranean delight featuring fermented beets and a delectable skordalia, embodying the rich flavors of Greek cuisine.

A mixture of hearty potatoes, almonds, Greek yogurt, and other wellness ingredients make up the skordalia in this recipe. When combined on a wrap with salted cod and fermented beets, you’ll see why this dish is a winner for lunch and dinner. Plus, you’ll learn to make your own whole-grain pitas at home.

Jeweled Lentils

A bowl full of french lentils with a spoon sticking out of it.

Inspired by Persian dishes like Jeweled Rice, this healthy vegetarian dish fuses the warm, savory appeal of lentils with fresh nuts, raisins, and pomegranate seeds. The addition of nuts and seeds bring in the proteins you miss from meat while also helping lower the risks of heart disease. 

Simple Chimichurri Shrimp with Couscous

A large scalloped edge white dish with shrimp over couscous, and a glass of wine on a textured white surface

Couscous, made from whole wheat flour, contains plenty of protein and fiber. That’s why it’s part of the Mediterranean diet. It’s also a lovely platform upon which to build a meal like this Simple Chimichurri Shrimp with Couscous.  Everything you need can be found at your local grocery store…and you can even pick up some store-bought chimichurri in case you don’t have time to make your own. 

Salmon Poke with Yuzu

Exquisite Salmon Poke Infused with Yuzu, Truffled Yuzu Kosho Sauce, Spicy Avocado Purée, and Crispy Rice Cracker

Bring a platter of this Salmon Poke with Yuzu to the table when you want to impress guests with a dinner that just happens to be part of your Mediterranean Diet plan. The ingredients–from the wafer-thin slices of lotus root and Fresno chile, to green pops of color from avocado purée–create a dazzling display of contrasting yet complementary flavors and textures.

Panelle (Sicilian Chickpea Fritters) with Ricotta and Anchovies

Panelle, Hand-Dipped Ricotta, and Anchovies. Accompanied by the Indigenous Red Varietal, Caruso e Minini Terre Siciliane Perricone Naturalmente Bio from Tina’s Bottle Shop.

Chickpeas are another excellent source of protein and are used frequently in Mediterranean cooking. After frying up these fritters, you’ll slather them with a homemade ricotta and top with salty anchovies. They make a great snack or can be made as an appetizer for any party.

Italian Lentil Soup

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Lentils are high in both fiber and protein, plus they offer up substantial amounts of iron, manganese, folate and phosphorus – all essentials to healthy human bodies. You’ll get your daily helping of lentils along with plenty of veggies in our Italian Lentil Soup. It’s not just great for your body but great for your taste buds too.

Coconut Curry Mussels

Coconut Curry Mussels sit in a big white pot with a small plateful sitting nearby and a baguette in half beside the plate.

Seafood like mussels are one of the most important parts of a healthy Mediterranean diet. In this case we use them in a recipe for Coconut Curry Mussels. This dish also includes the goodness of olive oil, green chilis, Roma tomatoes, and unsweetened coconut milk. You can even replace the ghee for more olive oil to suit your needs.

Sopa de Mariscos

Sopa de Mariscos sits in a black bowl with high edges next to a plate of sourdough bread.

Speaking of mussels, this seafood stew takes advantage of fresh mussels, cod, calamari, monkfish, tuna, and shrimp. Our Sopa de Mariscos soaks these ingredients in a seafood stock alongside spices, carrots, fennel, tomatoes, garlic, and onion. This recipe is the perfect way to enjoy a special dinner without the guilt afterwards.

Wonton Noodle-Wrapped Prawn Lettuce Wrap

Mottahedeh's Tobacco Leaf Dinnerware: Prawn and Noodle Lettuce Wrap Dish

Prawns take center stage in this healthy recipe that’s perfect for lunch or a light dinner. We coddle Wonton Noodle-Wrapped Prawns into lettuce leaves and top with avocados, jalapeños, radishes, cilantro, toasted sesame, cucumbers, microgreens, and a drizzle of sesame ginger dressing. You’ll be completely satisfied when the end product tastes even better than it looks.

Grilled Swordfish with Pineapple Salsa

A white plate with a piece of grilled swordfish with a pineapple salsa on top and a salad on the side. A fork and knife also sit on the plate.

Swordfish and other seafood are encouraged in the Mediterranean diet as lean sources of high-quality protein as well as healthy fats. This Grilled Swordfish recipe combines the smoky flaky nature of swordfish with a pineapple salsa that adds notes sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors.

Pickled Baby Carrots with Lentils

Three orange rectangular plates with pickled baby carrots, smoked labneh, and lentils.

Seeds, lentils, fresh vegetables, this Pickled Baby Carrots recipe has it all. The bright pickled vegetables bring acidity, while the lentils help to healthily fill you up, and a smoked labneh made with the Mediterranean diet staple Greek yogurt finishes things with its creaminess.

Black-Eyed Peas Salad

A big white bowl of salad with various toppings and black eyed peas beside a small pink plate with the salad on it.

Just looking at this hearty bowl full of wellness makes our mouth water. This Black‑Eyed Peas Salad is packed with fresh vegetables, herbs, and a citrusy dressing. Legumes are another must in Mediterranean‑inspired eating, carrying plant‑based protein, fiber, and essential nutrients.

Seafood Stuffed Poblano Peppers

An above shot of a sea-green, light blue bowl filled with Seafood Stuffed Poblano Peppers.

Sweet crab, shrimp, and octopus stuff into crisp roasted peppers over top of a silky cashew sauce for a dish that’s as impressive and flavorful. Even though this Seafood Stuffed Poblano Peppers recipe creates its cashew sauce using crème fraîche, we recommend using Greek yogurt instead for a lower volume of fat.

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