Happy weekend! Exciting news: the digital version of The Pretty Dish is available now for $1.99 for a limited time. If you’ve been meaning to pick it up, now’s the moment to grab it before the offer ends. We have a fun weekend ahead, including a brunch with Santa, and I’m planning to do plenty … Read more

We are talking summer on a bun here, people! These pulled chicken guacamole sliders are utterly irresistible, piled high with summer flavors. They’re topped with a grilled corn pico de gallo — essentially fresh pico tossed with smoky charred corn — and the result is vibrant, bright, and packed with texture. This sandwich brings together … Read more

These black bean burger bowls are incredibly delicious — a crispy smashed black bean patty topped with cheddar cheese, served over crisp romaine with tomatoes, red onion, pickles and a dill pickle vinaigrette. Now this is how I like my dinner to look! These bowls start with a simple base of lettuce, tomatoes and pickled … Read more

If there was ever a dish that had my name written all over it… Yes. No question about it. I might just change my last name to Formaggi. I know what you’re thinking: bread and cheese sounds simple, maybe even boring. It’s not dressed up like some of my other creations. There’s no bacon, no … Read more

How is it almost the end of April?! We have a delicious week ahead: breakfasts for dinner, easy weeknight meals, and a hint of summer flavors. What To Eat This Week Start the week with breakfast for dinner. Try quick burrata omelets with an avocado salad—ready in about 15 minutes and effortlessly satisfying. For Taco … Read more

Happy summer Fridays to you! EATING Grilled BBQ chicken sandwiches and lemon zucchini bucatini — both perfect for warm weather and easy to make for family dinners or casual gatherings. DRINKING Whipped coconut cream cold brew is my go-to iced coffee right now. It’s creamy, refreshing, and just sweet enough to feel like a treat. … Read more

Here are 28 of my favorite Father’s Day recipes—everything from a perfect slider bar and root beer BBQ ribs to skillet cookies and refreshing cocktails. These are guaranteed crowd-pleasers for a delicious holiday weekend. I’ve gathered so many of our go-to dishes in one place for easy planning this Father’s Day weekend. This ultimate Father’s … Read more

Chocolate peanut butter bars are my absolute dream dessert. Seriously — is there any better combination? I don’t think so. Sure, there are other delicious pairings — brown butter and sage, tomato and basil, salt and vinegar — but for me, peanut butter tops them all. A spoonful of peanut butter dipped in chocolate chips … Read more

This is the story of how I blended giant chocolate chip cookies into milkshakes — with homemade Bailey’s. Not long ago I made nearly the same thing with Kahlúa, but this time I had a big batch of homemade Irish cream in the fridge. When you have a pitcher of that goodness staring back at … Read more

January is here, which means peak citrus season is in full swing. Although the calendar has turned, it still doesn’t quite feel like the new year to me — I’m eager to get fully back into the rhythm of work and routines next week. In case you missed it, I recently shared my 2019 word … Read more