Mezcal shaken with orange liqueur, fresh orange juice, and homemade simple syrup, served in a salt-rimmed glass for a smoky-citrus kick. A bold, California-style cocktail that brings campfire depth and bright sunshine together in one glass.

Recipe courtesy of Valerie Bertinelli Mustard greens are braised low and slow for an hour and a half with onions, garlic, chicken stock, vinegar, and a meaty ham hock, then the tender pork is pulled from the bone and stirred back into the pot liquor. These deeply savor

A butterflied turkey breast is pounded flat, filled with cranberry-triple-citrus bread stuffing, rolled and tied, then roasted at two temperatures until golden, with a cream gravy made from the pan drippings. This elegant roulade offers all the flavors of a traditional Thanksgiving turkey in a beautifully sliceable, evenly cooked presentation

A fresh green salad topped with crispy pan-fried polenta croutons and dressed in balsamic vinaigrette. A clever twist on a classic salad with satisfying crunch.

Dry-aged prime rib slow-roasted at 225 degrees on a bed of fresh herbs, flash-finished at 500 degrees for a gorgeous crust, served with a tangy creme fraiche horseradish sauce. A majestic, foolproof roast that brings old-world grandeur to the modern dinner table.

A hearty salad of massaged lacinato kale tossed with quinoa, cherry tomatoes, goat cheese, and pine nuts. Dressed in a simple red wine vinaigrette for a nutritious side or light meal.

Grapefruit juice and lemon vodka shaken with pomegranate juice and served in a glass rimmed with grapefruit-zest sugar. A tart, rosy cocktail that shakes off the travel blues and welcomes you home in style.

A chocolate hybrid treat that's half scone, half muffin — tender, rich, and cocoa-forward. A sweet Valentine's morning surprise.

Chicken thighs are baked and then broiled with a homemade barbecue sauce built from apricot preserves, Fresno chiles, and Dijon mustard until caramelized and sticky. These sweet-heat thighs deliver a glossy, finger-licking glaze that balances fruity sweetness with a slow chile burn, perfect for a casual dinner party.