October 28, 2026 Hi friends, One of my favorite questions to get is, "Can you bring something?" I immediately start thinking about what would make the table feel complete. Maybe it's warm homemade bread, a colorful salad, or an appetizer everyone gravitates toward before dinner is even served. These are four recipes I'd happily bring all fall long. Ultimate Fall Honeycrisp Apple Salad Sweet Honeycrisp apples, maple-candied pecans, creamy blue cheese, crisp greens, and homemade apple cider...
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October 21, 2026 Hi friends, Comfort food means something a little different to everyone. For me, it's less about one specific dish and more about a feeling. It's a pot of chili simmering on the stove while the rain falls outside. It's warm soup with crusty bread, a favorite appetizer shared over a glass of wine, or a simple flatbread that somehow turns an ordinary Friday night into something worth lingering over. These are four recipes I come back to every fall. Fall Harvest Chili with...
21 days agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
October 14, 2026 Hi friends, October is when my kitchen settles into its favorite rhythm. Farmers' market tables are overflowing with pumpkins and winter squash, evenings invite slower dinners, and there's always something roasting in the oven. Whether it's a weekend away with friends, a quiet Sunday at home, or the first dinner party of the season, these are the meals I'm excited to share this month. For a Cabin Weekend With Friends Dutch Oven Pork Tenderloin with Maple Dijon Pan Sauce ā...
28 days agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
October 7, 2026 Hi friends, Some recipes come together in an afternoon. Others stay on my āalmost thereā list for a while until every little detail feels just right. These caramelized onion tarts were one of those recipes. I wanted an appetizer that looked elegant without being fussyāsomething I'd be just as happy serving with a glass of wine on a Friday night as I would bringing to a holiday gathering. After plenty of testing (and happily eating the results!), I'm so excited to finally share...
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September 30, 2026 Hi friends, If you're anything like me, the side dishes are often the part of the meal I look forward to most. Whether you're planning a cozy Sunday dinner, a football gathering, or already thinking ahead to Thanksgiving, I've rounded up 14 of my favorite fall side dishes in one place. From crispy roasted vegetables to creamy potatoes and maple-glazed favorites, these are the recipes I come back to year after year. A few favorites you'll find inside: Maple-Thyme Fondant...
about 1 month agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min read
September 23, 2026 Hi friends, When I worked in Italian restaurants, I assumed the biggest lessons would be the complicated techniques. Instead, I discovered that the meals people remembered most often came down to a handful of thoughtful detailsāa properly heated pan, fresh herbs added at the right moment, a squeeze of lemon just before serving, or choosing ingredients that were simply at their best. Those little touches have stayed with me over the years, and they're still the ideas I come...
about 2 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
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 seasonsālate 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...
about 2 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 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. š½ Sweet...
2 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 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...
3 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read