All July recipes

July is the quintessential summer month, when meals are light, sunny, and full of freshness. Fruits and vegetables are at their best, bursting with flavor and sunshine. It’s peak season for tomatoes, lettuce, zucchini, melons, peaches, apricots, figs, and many other delights. The market stalls are bursting with vibrant colors, perfect for whipping up refreshing salads, gazpacho, or fruit tarts.

It’s also the perfect time to enjoy barbecues and grilled dishes outdoors. Enjoy meats, vegetables, and fish cooked over an open flame, accompanied by fragrant marinades.

Meals are convivial, often eaten outdoors, and are all about simplicity and enjoyment. Evenings are enlivened by dinner parties featuring mezze, tapenades, and refreshing drinks.

July is a month for fully enjoying seasonal produce, when meals are meant to be light and the joy of cooking with the flavors of the season takes center stage.

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Martigues Bouillabaisse

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Here is the recipe for traditional bouillabaisse, as it is prepared and enjoyed in the Marseille region. Bouillabaisse (from the Provençal Occitan word bolhabaissa, derived from bolh, “to boil,” and ...

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Gazpacho

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Tomato Tart

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Here is my recipe for tomato and mustard tart. It’s both easy to make and delicious. Enjoy, and thank you in advance for your comments. ...

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Brocciu Omelet

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Here is the recipe for this unforgettable Brocciu omelet, which I discovered during a trip to Corsica. Brocciu is a staple in Corsican desserts, whether in cookies, the famous fiadone or Corsican ...

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Easy Zucchini Fritters

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Here’s my recipe for easy zucchini fritters, just the way we make them in my family, which is from Provence. It’s a truly indulgent recipe that’s sure to delight both kids and adults! These delicious ...

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My homemade tabbouleh with semolina

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Here is my recipe for homemade semolina tabbouleh, also known as Middle Eastern-style tabbouleh. It’s a foolproof, no-cook dish that I often make in the summer with family or friends. Not only is it ...

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Eggplant Gratin with Tomatoes

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This tomato-based eggplant gratin is one of the recipes I make most often during the summer! In fact, this dish requires only a few ingredients and is very easy to make, as long as you have an ...

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Fish in foil packets

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Here is my recipe for fish en papillote—delicious and very easy to make. Wrapped in parchment paper, the fish cooks gently in the steam from the vegetables and herbs that accompany it. This keeps it ...

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Walnut Wine from the Dordogne

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Here is the recipe for Dordogne Walnut Wine, just as my dear father passed it down to me.Walnut wine is the quintessential traditional country aperitif. Prepared according to tradition and with ...

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Brick stuffed with bell peppers

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These small pastries made with brick pastry and stuffed with bell peppers make an excellent appetizer for a menu inspired by Middle Eastern, vegetarian, or contemporary cuisine. Here, there’s no egg ...

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