A from-scratch butter cake studded with blueberries and baked in a springform pan, served with a luscious mascarpone-honey cream infused with vanilla bean. A gorgeous, fruity dessert ideal for farewell parties or summer celebrations.

A yeasted dough made with a blend of bread and all-purpose flour is dimpled by hand and topped with sliced onion, briny green olives, rosemary sprigs, and flaky sea salt, then baked at 425°F until golden. This pillowy, aromatic focaccia serves as a beautiful edible centerpiece and bread course for the birthday celebration.

Steeped hibiscus-lavender tea is mixed with vodka, honey simple syrup, and lemon, then topped with prosecco and served over ice cubes frozen with sprigs of fresh lavender. This gorgeous, ruby-hued punch is as visually stunning as it is refreshing, making it an unforgettable signature drink for a summer patio party.

Stovetop macaroni and cheese made with Cheddar and processed cheese for maximum creaminess, loaded with jalapenos and topped with toasted panko and cilantro. A spicy, indulgent comfort food classic that turns up the heat for a birthday feast worth remembering.

A rich butterscotch cake layered with brown sugar caramel and cream. A decadent homemade dessert that's a labor of love.

When summer hits, the best way to celebrate is to head outside and grill the perfect cheeseburger. Add in Valerie's special burger sauce and it's a can't miss hit.

Cubed rib-eye steak is browned and simmered with poblanos, bell peppers, Anaheim peppers, serranos, chipotle puree, lager, pinto and kidney beans, and sweet corn. This multi-pepper, steak-house-quality chili builds serious heat from four different chile varieties while the tender rib-eye makes every bowl feel like an indulgence.

A custardy bread pudding made with rich challah and spiked with limoncello liqueur. A warm, comforting dessert with a citrusy Italian twist.

A thick strawberry milkshake blended with fresh berries, jam, and strawberry ice cream is topped with strawberry whipped cream and served alongside jam-filled puff pastry twists coated in homemade strawberry sugar. This multi-component treat turns a classic milkshake into a showstopping dessert experience.

Fudgy chocolate brownies swirled with peanut butter and studded with chopped salted pretzels for a sweet-salty crunch. A crowd-pleasing tailgate treat that disappears fast whenever football fans gather.