Summer

#TeamSummer Who is ready for SUMMER? Me!  I’m #teamsummer all the way!  I’m really looking forward to the warm weather, all the BBQ’s, beach runs and long sunny poolside days …

Welcome back to Cheftini’s Kitchen!   Episode 4 – Part 1: Gemelli Pasta made with Zucchini and Italian Green Sauce Get ready to to turn up your favorite flavors of summer with …

One day right before the Easter holiday a really nice sales marketer at the Costco liquor Shop showered me with 2 shots of this Peruvian Brandy. It is called Pisco …

It’s Monday! Monday’s are always tough – especially when it’s Cinco de Mayo!   After that long day back from the weekend and work in the morning,  you might be …

Knowing we might all be a little less carb conscious this time of year, I strategically waited for the cooler weather to post this Tomato and White Bean Bruschetta recipe. …

I’m giving this Zucchini and Tomato Parmesan Gratin recipe the Cheftini “Must Try” stamp of the week.   It’s a one pot meal (well really it’s one skillet meal…), cooks …

In my search to find some watermelon ideas for National Watermelon Day last week,  I found tons of unique and fun watermelon cocktails, punches, and deserts. Most surprisingly though (well …

Have you ever been standing amidst a sea of melons in the supermarket wondering which one(s) to pick?! Then, after 10 minutes of poking, pressing and smelling them to decide which …

Here’s a pesto pasta recipe to use as an alternative to salads smothered in heavy dressings at your next BBQ this summer.  I know some of those store bought brands …

Give these Sour Cream ,Cheddar and Chives Polenta Cakes a try – it’s not as difficult as you might think!  I made these yummy cheddar cheese and sour cream polenta …