Hand-ground fresh salmon patties seasoned with Dijon, jalapeno, lemon zest, and herbs, grilled and served on buns with all the fixings. A lighter, flavorful alternative to beef burgers that's ideal for closing out grilling season.

A decadent layered cake starting with chocolate cake batter topped with a creamy mascarpone-ricotta filling that magically swaps layers as it bakes. Finished with a rich cocoa-mascarpone frosting.

A simple fresh salsa made with Roma tomatoes, scallions, jalapeno, and cilantro. Dominic's go-to recipe for easy snacking with tortilla chips.

Sugar and corn syrup are cooked to hard-crack stage, then mixed with butter, baking soda, vanilla paste, fennel, and pistachios, spread thin, and finished with orange zest and flaky sea salt. This elegant, shattering brittle balances sweet caramel crunch with savory salt and aromatic fennel for a sophisticated after-dinner confection.

Sauteed garlic, onions, and jalapenos simmered with black beans, cumin, and coriander, then partially blended for a thick, rustic texture. A warming, Cuban-inspired soup that delivers bold spice and creamy depth in every spoonful.

A rich yeast dough flavored with cinnamon, nutmeg, and orange zest is rolled around a cream cheese-cinnamon filling with a hidden plastic baby, shaped into an oval, baked golden, then iced and decorated with festive purple, green, and yellow sanding sugar. This iconic New Orleans Mardi Gras tradition brings carnival spirit to any celebration, with the lucky baby-finder crowned king or queen of the party.

Jumbo shrimp stuffed with fresh jalapeno strips and wrapped in bacon, pan-cooked until crisp and served with a homemade cherry cola ba

Julienned chayote, red cabbage, carrots, jicama, and scallions are tossed in a creamy avocado-crema-cilantro dressing blended in the food processor. This vibrant, crunchy slaw adds a fresh, colorful contrast to any Latin-inspired spread.

A showstopping dessert mashup with an almond flour crust, creamy lemon cheesecake filling, vanilla bean cherry compote, and billowy whipped cream. A retro-inspired creation that brings together pizza pie charm and cheesecake decadence.

Canned chickpeas dried thoroughly and deep-fried until irresistibly crisp, tossed with fried sage leaves and grated Parmesan. A crunchy, savory snack that pairs wonderfully with cocktails or a glass of wine on a long winter evening.