Dinner party summer

So, you've decided to host your first dinner party? I've got you covered with my tips & entertaining essentials for the perfect party.

Recipe and photos By Cody Owens I’m a big fan of foods that seem fancy but in reality are pretty simple. A well-executed French omelet, crab legs, tartines, a cheese board, mussels in white wine sauce . . . you get the idea. At least for me, eating these kinds of foods brings with it a certain level of, “Wow! Look at me! I’m so fancy!” but also the realization that just about anyone can make them with a little practice. This Tomato Confit and Whipped Feta recipe definitely checks all those…

For when it's too hot to turn on the stove, stove-free recipes for the summer.

There's something magical about an Italian dinner party that brings people together through the love of tasty and healthy dishes, great company, and a touch of elegance.

Impress your guests with this easy and flavorful grilled peach and burrata salad recipe. Topped with toasted almonds and Turkish chili flakes, this dish is a perfect balance of sweet and savory.

Get your gourmet groove on without the kitchen stress.

Last week we had the pleasure of guest-gramming over at The Fraser Valley! If you’re not familiar with guest-gramming, it basically means that we got to log into someone else’s Instagram account and post videos for a week! We got to introduce ourselves to their friends who may not have heard of Lepp Farm Market […]

A luxe, maximalist, colorful, al fresco dinner party at Wrensmoor Castle, a Los Angeles private estate venue that is reminiscent of a Parisian Château

These main course dinner party menu ideas are delicious, easy, and can be made in advance. Read on for my go-to dishes for entertaining.

Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta is a great choice for a simple weeknight dinner. The recipe uses basic everyday ingredients and is perfect for family meals. You can use homemade or store-bought basil pesto. Chicken Pesto