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

Peppery watercress tossed with grapefruit and orange supremes, dressed simply with their own juices and a drizzle of olive oil. A crisp, palate-cleansing salad that refreshes and revives after a long journey.

These Shakin’ Chicken cutlets are my go-to for a crispy, flavorful dinner that’s easy to make ahead and keep in the freezer. Cook them whenever you need a quick, comforting meal — especially perfect topped with a fresh, lemony arugula salad.

Fusilli is tossed in an oregano-honey-Parmesan vinaigrette with artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, olives, fresh mozzarella, salami, and torn basil. This Italian deli-inspired pasta salad is a beach party essential that travels well and tastes even better after the flavors meld.

A spice cake mix is layered with a ricotta-mascarpone filling that magically switches positions during baking, then topped with a pumpkin spice pudding-mascarpone frosting. This easy yet impressive cake captures all the warm spice flavors of fall and makes a delightful alternative to traditional pumpkin pie.

Mini sliders layered with deli ham, sharp Cheddar, and crisp apple slices on soft rolls with a pickle relish-mustard spread. A sweet-savory handheld snack perfect for game night.

Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are seared golden, then braised low and slow with white wine, kalamata olives, thyme, heirloom garlic cloves, and shallot at 375°F for over an hour. The meltingly tender garlic and briny olives create a rustic, deeply savory braise perfect for the episode's celebration of vibrant, colorful ingredients.

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.

A creamy crab spread made with Neufchatel cheese and fresh crabmeat, topped with a zesty ketchup-horseradish sauce. Served with garlic-rubbed toasted baguette rounds for an impressive appetizer.

Brussels sprouts halved and quartered, then cooked with cubed pancetta until the sprouts are tender and the pancetta is crispy and golden. A simple, savory side dish that pairs salty Italian pancetta with earthy sprouts for an effortless crowd-pleaser.