Grilling Outdoor Recipes

Pizza with Figs, Caramelized Onions, Prosciutto and Blue Cheese

As my sister and her family make their way from Cortina d’Ampezzo in the Dolomites to the romantic town of Lago de Como, Italy, I find myself living vicariously through their amazing food adventure. Daily, I wait with anticipation to see what photos she will send. What Italian dish will she be savoring today? My sister had me salivating from from the start, with her bubbling glass of prosecco accompanied by traditional pre-dinner treats, known as aperitivo. Soon after, more photos of homemade pasta dishes along with fresh cheese that she swears she is addicted to! Traveling with her husband and son, I had a feeling they would stop at the local pizzeria as soon as they walked by one.

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Grilled Halibut Steak with Corn & Mango Salsa

The heat of summer has definitely set in. With triple-digit temperatures forecasted for the upcoming week, there is no looking back! When it is this hot, I definitely like to eat light and fresh.

Father’s Day Smoked Turkey Legs

Some of the fondest memories I have from my college days are those special weekends when my parents would come down to Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo for a visit. Reunited with my family, we would head down to the Thursday afternoon farmers’ market in charming downtown SLO. Without fail, my father would immediately…

Farmers’ Market Pork Skewers with Grilled Avocado

Every Spring, I anticipate the start of Lodi’s beloved Farmers’ Market. Banners line the downtown Lodi streets, reminding the locals of opening day. The market runs for three months every Thursday, beginning on May 18th and ending on August 31st. Booths open at 5 pm and shut down by 8:30. I love this local summer…

Burger Dog Madness

With the month of May coming to an end, I want to pay tribute to “Burger Month” in this week’s recipe. I’ve created a recipe that will be perfect to serve while watching the NBA finals on the big screen. This recipe is a wonderful alternative to the traditional hotdog, taking out the actual hot dog…

Rotisserie Leg of Lamb with Cherry Compote

With Memorial Day weekend just around the corner, summer is about to kick into full swing. Last weekend, my dear friends visited from San Francisco, and one of the highlights of the weekend was introducing them to a few of my favorite fruit and veggie stands around town.

Grilled Sweet Chili Prawns with Stir-Fry Veggies

For this recipe, we are cooking everything on the Bull Angus Grill and the Bull Stainless Steel Griddle – another great recipe for the summer season that keeps the indoor kitchen clean, with minimal clean up of the outdoor bbq accessories. Using the griddle allows the veggies to sauté evenly on a large surface area and…

Mother’s Day Egg Cups with Crispy Ham and Shredded Potatoes

Like mother and child, Mother’s Day and brunch go hand-in-hand. For this holiday, I am preparing a brunch for the family as we sit outside and enjoy spring in full bloom. What is so great about this recipe is that the muffin tin does all the work and allows the host or hostess to sit…

Fully Loaded Nachos with Tequila-Lime Skewers

This week, there are two fun events taking place, and both call for a party and some delicious appetizers! Cinco de Mayo and the Kentucky Derby – two events that are culturally unique, both bring family and friends together to enjoy the festivities and, most importantly, to eat and drink. This is a great day…