This is the first year I’ve grown these little peppers and I wanted to make sure I had them for use later in the summer.

Cool and crisp with a touch of heat. The best part of this recipe is the cucumbers, peppers and dill right out of my garden.

Another fabulous (no cook) recipe for gathering outside a the end of the day to share fresh picks from the garden and a cool bottle of wine.

This is the perfect summer grill item that pairs beautifully with any number of white wines that mimic the herby, citrus vibes of the marinade. Make this the centerpiece of your summer table and surround with fresh salads and some good crusty bread.

This recipe came to me via my daughter Anna who makes homemade pizza probably once a week. It is not only super simple, but it produces the most fabulous crust.

I have included two of my favorite toppings recipes, Margherita and Prosciutto with Creme Fraiche and Caramelized Onions. But go crazy with your own fabulous creations.

You are transported deep into the Italian countryside with each drizzle of this vibrant, nutty, centuries old sauce.

Your summer canvas and crunch all in one bowl.

The lovely, woodsy essence of rosemary is magically imparted to these potatoes as they slowly grill or roast.

Fresh mint and dill add a cooling summer vibe to this shrimp salad.

The sauce that takes your dish to the next level.

Creamy and delicious with a little toasty crunch on top-the perfect nosh with toasted pita.

A homemade curry paste, fresh tomato, coconut cream and a zing of fresh lemon make this a a fabulous weeknight meal.

A little happiness that you didn’t know you needed.

A perfectly crunchy, herbaceous accompaniment to your next nosh display or cocktail hour.

Four simple ingredients, a glass of wine by your side and a little Pavarotti in the background is all you need to make a gorgeous homemade pasta dough.

The beauty of a dish often lies in its simplicity. There is very little that needs to be done to greens gathered directly from the garden.

This recipe, unlike my earlier Currin’s Carbonara, is the pared down traditional Carbonara and is one of the most classic Italian pasta dishes