Appetizers & Starters

Come August, the only thing on our minds is all the peak-season produce pouring out of the farmer's markets. Crisp cucumbers, sweet, thin-skinned peppers, fragrant melon, juicy stone fruit and of course, the king of summer produce: tomatoes. These simple toasts allow these majesties of...

Capers + Chimichurri = Caperchurri. This vibrant herb sauce is a Sicilian take on the classic Argentinian condiment (usually a combination of olive oil, vinegar, parsley, oregano and garlic). Here we've switched out the oregano for fragrant fennel pollen and added a couple tablespoons of...

One of the keys to simple, yet satisfying cooking is making the most out of a short list of ingredients. Here, the eggplant is charred over an open flame and then roasted until tender and creamy, creating a deep smoky flavor and silky texture in the finished spread.  The other secret to this...

At the height of summer, there is nothing better than a plate of sweet, juicy tomatoes enhanced by the simplest of toppings like mozzarella and basil. And while classic Caprese salad will always have a place in our hearts and at our tables every summer, this season a new tomato salad stole our...

Ensaladilla Rusa, or “Russian Salad,” is in fact not Russian at all. This simple salad of tuna, potatoes and vegetables dressed in tangy mayonnaise actually finds its roots in Spanish cuisine and is still served in many tapas bars across Spain. Serve on a bed of butter lettuce or for an easy...

Make it a tapas night with these Spanish-style deviled eggs. Las Hermanas Pimentón de La Vera DOP adds a nuanced smokiness that pairs beautifully with the richness of the eggs and the delicate brininess of Conservas Ortiz Bonito del Norte Tuna. Garnish with Spanish anchovies or organic piparra...