Poached Pear Puff Pastry with walnut filling and a sticky poaching liquid. Reminiscent of baklava with a poached pear to knock it out of the park! The pears are poached in Triple Sec, vanilla and cinnamon. Then the poaching liquid is reduced with saffron to create a distinctive, elegant taste. Serve with vanilla ice cream on top for an absolutely unforgettable experience!

-HESTAN

With their dramatic molten chocolate core, lava cakes are a fun throwback to the steakhouses of the past. Our foolproof recipe adds a touch of peanut butter, and utilizes the microwave to make this a decadent, yet easy, dessert for your next date night at home.

-LE CREUSET

Melt in you mouth delicious, keep this cookie dough on hand frozen to bake when unexpected guests drop in.

-CUISINART

A party-size spin on the classic Baked Alaska, built with layers of ice cream and vanilla sponge cake, then finished with toasted Swiss meringue. Designed to feed a crowd and guaranteed to steal the show.

-MADE IN

Fragrant with fennel and chock full of seafood, this hearty seafood stew is reminiscent of the Italian-American favorite, cioppino. The recipe is simple to prepare in only 30 minutes and it’s an impressive main dish or starter when served hot in a colorful Dutch Oven. Just make sure you don’t forget the crusty bread – you’ll want to soak up every last drop of the flavorful broth.

-LE CREUSET

Juicy, golden-roasted chicken takes center stage, nestled in a rich tomato sauce infused with red wine, garlic and Herbes de Provence. Sweet peppers, earthy mushrooms, and caramelized onions add depth to this rustic yet elevated dish, while toasted pine nuts and fresh parsley provide the perfect finishing touch.

-LE CREUSET

This spelt wholemeal bread is a cozy, satisfying loaf that fits perfectly into comfort food season. Baked in cast iron for a crisp crust and tender interior, it’s simple to make and full of hearty flavor.

-STAUB

This recipe is a no brainer. Only 20 minutes and 3 ingredients to super tender, rich biscuits. Although this is a basic biscuit recipe, you can easily customize it by adding fruit, cheese, chocolate chips, ham, or even fresh herbs. These golden biscuits are a perfect addition to any dinner table.

-USA PAN

This everyday sourdough boule recipe from our partner Justin Chapple is perfect for beginners. Because the hydration level (the percent of water to flour in the recipe) is slightly lower than many sourdough bread recipes, the dough is less sticky and easier to shape.

-LE CREUSET

Sunday lunch with the family calls for a hearty Minestrone soup, and we’ve got just the one for you! Minestrone soup is essentially a vegetable soup incorporating beans, pasta, and a range of delicious veggies. This version of the Italian classic features carrots, celery, zucchini, squash, tomatoes, green beans, leafy greens, and other aromatics.

-LE CREUSET

Every home cook needs to know how to prepare a basic chicken stock. After all, this recipe serves a number of purposes in cooking, whether it’s to prepare a soup, as a braising liquid, to cook grains in…the possibilities are endless. Our Basic Chicken Stock recipe is easy to make, featuring seven staple ingredients commonly found in any pantry.

-LE CREUSET

This impressive entrée is cooked in stages, first on high heat to sear the outside and caramelize the natural sugars in the pork, then at a lower temperature to evenly cook the tender meat.

-LE CREUSET

Break out the bubbly and celebrate with our Rose Champagne Sparkler. The complex floral character of our Rose Cordial syrup shines beautifully in this effervescent cocktail. This beverage plays well with brunch plans, summer picnics, and the cheers-worthy moments in life.

-PORTLAND SYRUPS

This European-style Tonic Spritz is a refreshing take on a classic tonic-based drink. Made with Premium Tonic Concentrate, fresh citrus, and a savory touch of olives, this elegant mocktail (or cocktail) is served in a wine glass for a sophisticated sip—with a delicious treat at the end!

-PORTLAND SYRUPS

To toast New Year’s Eve, we’re giving the classic French 75 a festive twist with Spiced Cranberry. Bright, bubbly, and perfectly seasonal, it’s an easy cocktail that feels celebratory without being fussy. Ideal for ringing in the new year, whether you’re hosting a crowd or raising a glass at home.

-PORTLAND SYRUPS