Mother's Day Brunch

They say that pomegranate has amazing health benefits, and we all know about the proven benefits of vodka, so what could be better than a vodka pomegranate martini? Mom can feel confident in her health while she indulges. To make the experience really special, garnish each martini with a sprinkling of pomegranate seeds and a sprig of fresh mint. Serve in Mom's favorite martini glass, and make enough to share with everyone at the brunch. Another round, please! Read More

It doesn't get much better than cream cheese coconut icing. The tartness of the cream cheese, the chewy sweet coconut, the creamy butter--it's the ultimate indulgence and the perfect accompaniment to our Coconut Cupcakes (recipe below.) Fluffy, divine, and delicious: Mom will be sure to be wowed by these cupcakes. Read More

Moms love shrimp. Why shouldn't they? One of the healthiest proteins you can consume, they are low in fat, and utterly delicious. Put a few extra shrimp on Mom's plate after you prepare this dish for her. Parsley, oregano, red pepper flakes, white wine, garlic, and black pepper make these shrimp extra-flavorful. Best of all, the recipe is fast and easy: just brown the garlic, then toss in shrimp and seasonings for a few minutes, add wine, let reduce, remove from heat and serve! Read More

These days, it's not hard to find pita chips in any supermarket or deli. But it's even easier to make them yourself! One of the best-kept secrets of pitas is that they are even better baked with a bit of olive oil or butter, salt, and herbs or spices. The following recipe calls for chives, but you can go crazy experimenting with different flavor combinations! How about cilantro, cumin, garlic powder, salt & pepper, basil & oregano, or rosemary & thyme. Dip them in Greek yogurt or veggie cream cheese dip. The variations are endless, and don't forget about the sweeter side: cinnamon, nutmeg, sugar, & honey, or lemon & sugar! Perfect for dipping in a sweet cottage cheese or Nutella. Read More

Give spring a warm welcome with this Corn, Tomato, and Avocado salad. Red and yellow tomatoes, green avocados, yellow corn, green basil and arugula make this salad pop with bright spring colors. White wine, garlic, and ricotta salata give it an unforgettable flavor. WIth the avocado, this salad is both healthy and filling. Together with the herbed pita crisps and sauteed shrimp (recipes above), you have the perfect Mother's Day menu: light, flavorful, and munchable. Read More

The perfect end to a delicious brunch: cupcakes. White fluffy coconut cupcakes with cream cheese frosting are the ideal Mother's Day cupcakes. The addition of almond extract in the following recipe creates an unusual, subtle flavor twist. Feel free to complement it by sprinkling lightly toasted sliced almonds on top of the frosting, along with toasting or untoasted shredded coconut. Read More