September 16, 2026 Hi friends, The first cool mornings always change the way I cook. Suddenly I'm reaching for crisp apples, roasting vegetables again, and planning dinners that feel just a little cozier. September is one of my favorite months in the kitchen because it brings the best of both seasons—late summer produce is still hanging on while fall flavors begin making their way back to the table. If you're wondering what's on my menu this month, these are the recipes I'm reaching for...
10 days ago • 1 min read
September 9, 2026 Hi friends, September might be my favorite month at the farmers' market. One minute you're filling your bag with sweet corn, zucchini, and colorful peppers, and the next you're spotting the first signs of fall around every corner. I love that little overlap between seasons, so instead of rushing into pumpkin everything, I'm making the most of summer's final encore while it's still here. If I were shopping this week, these are the ingredients I'd be bringing home. 🌽 Sweet...
17 days ago • 2 min read
August 12, 2026 Hi friends, If you've been around Maplevine Kitchen for a while, you've probably noticed I have a soft spot for Italian-inspired cooking. After years working in Italian restaurants, I came to appreciate how a handful of quality ingredients and a few thoughtful techniques could create meals that felt both comforting and memorable. These are the pasta recipes I find myself reaching for again and again. Each one has its own personality, and I've included exactly what I'd serve...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
August 5, 2026 Hi friends, August is one of my favorite months to cook. The farmers' market is overflowing, tomatoes are at their sweetest, and simple meals somehow feel a little more special when everything is in season. If I were putting together a late summer dinner this month, this is exactly what I'd make. Bruschetta Dip with Whipped Feta — This crowd-pleasing appetizer layers creamy whipped feta with juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. Sco GET THE...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
July 29, 2026 Hi there, Tomato season is one of the highlights of summer. Whether you're bringing home heirlooms from the farmers' market or cherry tomatoes from your garden, this is the time of year when simple recipes really shine. Here are three of my favorite ways to enjoy them while they're at their best! Burrata Bruschetta with Peaches & Tomatoes - Sweet, juicy peaches, ripe tomatoes, creamy burrata, and fresh basil come together on toasted or grilled crostini for an appetizer that...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
July 22, 2026 NEW RECIPE! Summer Burrata Board with Fresh Seasonal Pairings Creamy burrata, juicy peaches, grilled crostini, marinated bruschetta tomatoes, prosciutto, berries, and three simple pairings you'll want to make all summer. GET THE RECIPE (And don’t forget to pin for later!) A Note from Allie One of my favorite things about summer is wandering the farmers market and coming home with whatever looks too good to leave behind. Usually that means peaches, tomatoes, berries...and, if I'm...
2 months ago • 2 min read
July 15, 2026 Hi there, You know those restaurant dishes that you order every single time because they're just that good? Chicken (Pollo) al Limone, an Italian-style lemon chicken dish, was always one of those for me. During my years working in Italian-American restaurants, I came to appreciate how a handful of simple ingredients could create something so memorable. My version stays true to that bright, buttery classic, with one small Maplevine Kitchen twist: a touch of Parmesan in the flour...
2 months ago • 1 min read
July 8, 2026 Hi friends, Have you ever gone to the farmers market for one thing... and somehow left with tomatoes, peaches, corn, berries, basil, zucchini, and absolutely zero regrets? Same. July is hands down one of my favorite months to cook (and to eat!). The produce is doing all the heavy lifting, and it doesn't take much to turn a market haul into something that looks like you spent hours in the kitchen. 🛒 This Month I'm Bringing Home 🍅 Heirloom tomatoes 🌽 Sweet corn 🫐 Summer berries 🍑...
3 months ago • 2 min read
July 1, 2026 Hi friends, Every Fourth of July menu looks a little different, but I always come back to the same idea: start with the best ingredients of the season and choose recipes that naturally work together. Mix and match these summer favorites to build a menu that's fresh, colorful, and guaranteed to impress. From appetizers to grilling favorites and vibrant salads, folks, these are the recipes I come back to all summer long. Whipped Ricotta Dip with Garlic and HerbsCreamy, flavorful,...
3 months ago • 2 min read