What’s on the Table
Spicy Shrimp Mango Salad
A vibrant, high-contrast salad that delivers an explosion of sweet, spicy, and savory flavor. Juicy steamed jumbo shrimp, buttery avocado, and honey-sweet mangoes are tossed in a punchy Thai chili and lime dressing, then finished with toasted rice powder for a nutty crunch.
Pickled Grapes (with a flavor variation)
Elevate the way you eat grapes! Whether you choose the bright, classic brine or the aromatic Chinese Five Spice version featuring toasted Sichuan peppercorns and star anise, these "flavor bombs" offer a surprising burst of acidity and spice that pairs perfectly with rich cheeses, fatty meats, and plenty of other things.
Browned Butter Banana Bread Nut Butter
Everything you love about a fresh loaf of banana bread, reimagined as a silky, toasted nut butter. This recipe combines roasted cashews and walnuts with deeply toasted milk powder—our secret for an instant "browned butter" flavor—and naturally sweet dehydrated bananas for a spread that is pure comfort in a jar.
Tuna Tartare with Larb Topping
A bold, high-contrast appetizer that marries the buttery texture of sushi-grade tuna tartare with the vibrant, herbaceous crunch of a traditional Thai Larb.
Baklava Nut Butter
All the flavors of the a Greek baklava in a spreadable, nutrient-dense form. This Baklava Nut Butter features toasted walnuts and cashews spiced with warm cloves, cinnamon, and homemade orange peel powder. A touch of honey adds the perfect hint of floral sweetness.
Double Mustard Compound Butter
Elevate your next steak or roasted vegetable dish with this Double Mustard Compound Butter. By combining sharp Dijon, textured grainy mustard, and deeply toasted milk powder, this spread delivers a complex, nutty finish that tastes like it took hours to develop.
Tuna Aguachile with Avocado and Daikon
This Tuna Aguachile features buttery sushi-grade tuna, creamy avocado, and a refreshing crunch of thinly sliced daikon. It’s all tied together by a vibrant, herby lime and serrano base. Perfectly balanced and incredibly fresh, it’s the ultimate 20-minute appetizer for warm-weather entertaining.
Kombu Dashi and Sesame Hamachi Crudo
This refined Hamachi Crudo highlights the delicate sweetness of yellowtail against a savory, hand-crafted kombu dashi. Accented with a toasted nori and sesame crumble and a bright hit of yuzu, it’s a sophisticated, umami-forward appetizer that brings professional-level technique to your home kitchen.
Salmon Pomelo Crudo with Dill and Fried Capers
This Salmon Pomelo Crudo features buttery, sushi-grade salmon paired with bright segments of seasonal pomelo. Topped with salty, fried capers for a crunch and fresh dill for a floral finish, it’s a vibrant, 15-minute appetizer that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious.
Scallop Crudo with Confit Leeks, Pink Peppercorns, and Crispy Garlic
This elegant scallop crudo features salt-cured, sushi-grade scallops for a firm, buttery texture. Topped with leek confit, pink peppercorns, and golden garlic chips, it’s an impressive yet simple appetizer that balances silky fat with a sharp, citrusy finish.
Mini Mushroom, Feta, and Zaatar Galettes
These savory mini galettes feature a golden, laminated rough-puff crust filled with a tangy whipped feta, labne, and zaatar base. Topped earthy mixed mushrooms, and a generous dusting of zaatar, they are the perfect sophisticated appetizer or brunch centerpiece.
Buttered Japanese Sweet Potato Sushi Rice
Elevate your standard side dish with this fluffy, short-grain rice folded with creamy Japanese sweet potato and salted butter for a hint of earthy sweetness in every bite.
Shaved Brussels Sprouts, Guanciale and Golden Raisin Salad
Shaved Brussels Sprouts, Guanciale and Golden Raisin Salad
Mushroom Zaatar Galette with Whipped Feta & Ricotta
Mushroom Zaatar Galette with Whipped Feta & Ricotta
Tomato and Ricotta Toast with Tingly Peanut Chili Crisp
Tomato and Ricotta Toast with Tingly Peanut Chili Crisp
Tomato, Caramelized Spring Onion, and Corn Galette
Tomato, Caramelized Spring Onion, and Corn Galette
Raw Oysters with Frozen Shaved Tomato and Basil Oil
Raw Oysters with Frozen Shaved Tomato and Basil Oil