At the peak of summer and corn season we always look for new recipes to enjoy the sweet freshly picked corn from the Farmer’s Market. This recipe is a blend of several and we experimented many times until getting it “just right”!

Reminiscent of a lunch we had in Italy years ago, butter beans are so versatile. Perfect for soups, stews, salads and as a side dish. We love this simple meal on a hot summer day!

Limoncino Vinegar is much sweeter than many other flavoured vinegars. A product of Italy, it is found in specialty stores, and distributed in Canada by Preferisco Foods Ltd., Vancouver.

Tomatoes fresh from the grower and Persian cucumbers elevate this salad to the summer entertaining rotation. Persian cucumbers are smaller and sweeter than English. This salad is a snap to make and serve alongside or on top of Aleppo Pepper Meatballs and Hummus.

Basic French Vinaigrette is not to be confused with bottled French Dressing! This vinaigrette pops and is absolutely delicious. All the dressing need is too be tossed with simple, leafy greens. tossing with your hands is the best way rather than using salad tongs.

Granny Smith apples are available all year-round, but we tend to use them in salads during the fall and winter months. Cranberries dreid and sweetened with apple juice pair beautifully with pumpkin seeds and chèvre.

The Farmer’s Market had fresh vegetables well into the fall! This salad is hearty enough to be the only side along grilled meat and definitely earns a spot on the summer picnic buffet. Fresh corn cut from the cob makes all the difference.

We discovered these fantastic crunchy lentils a few years ago. Grown and made in Canada, they are perfect for adding crunch to family favourites, especially when there is a nut allergy/

Caesar Salad is a classic salad anytime of the year and accompanies so many of our meals, or it is the meal! This is a creamier version for those who prefer.

Any combination of mediterranean herbs you like will work in this meatball recipe. Common herbs include basil, oregano, thyme, chives, sage, parsley, tarragon, and rosemary.