Dinner with Friends: Our Recipe Ideas

All recipes and menus for a successful meal with friends

Are you hosting friends and want to show off your cooking skills?! This section will help you rise to the challenge!

The recipes featured here stand out for their flavor, originality, or visual appeal. If you’re unsure of your cooking skills, take a look at the prep time and difficulty level so you can plan ahead.

For example, avoid serving several consecutive dishes that require individual plating.

Enjoy reading and bon appétit!

Greece

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My Easy Greek Salad

Here’s one of my favorite summer recipes: Greek salad—delicious and easy to make. All the colors of the Mediterranean come together in this dish. This classic combination of summer vegetables, olive ...

Portugal

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Portuguese-style cod (Bacalhau a Brás)

Bacalhau à Brás has become one of the most iconic dishes of Portuguese cuisine. You’ll find it on the menu at every traditional restaurant, sometimes listed as bacalhau dourado (golden cod). It’s a ...

Portugal

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Kale and Chorizo Soup

I discovered this kale and chorizo soup during a trip to Lisbon, and I’ve enjoyed making it at home ever since. It’s very simple to prepare, yet offers a delightful blend of textures and flavors. The ...

Portugal

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Flat bean fritters

Here is my recipe for flat green bean fritters, also known as Pataniscas de Feijo Verde in Portuguese. I discovered this dish during a cooking class in Lisbon and have made it several times ...

India

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Beef and Turmeric Samosa

I’d like to share with you this excellent recipe for beef and turmeric samosas, which I discovered during a cooking class taught by a chef from Laos. These little pastries are pretty easy to make ...

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Salmon and Spinach Sun Tart

Here is my recipe for a salmon and spinach sun tart. The sun tart is the "trendy" dish of the moment, perfect for a cocktail party. This sun-shaped tart made of crispy pastry is a treat for ...

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Queen of Sheba Chocolate Almond Cake

Here is the famous recipe for the chocolate and almond cake my mom used to make for us—I call it the Queen of Sheba. This rich, dark chocolate cake is one of my childhood favorites, which I used to ...

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Cold zucchini, mint, and feta soup

If you're looking for a refreshing and light recipe idea for a summer meal, this cold zucchini, mint, and feta soup is just the thing for you! It’s also easy to make and requires just a few ...

Thailand

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Swiss chard Pad Thai-style

Pad Thai is an iconic dish of Thai cuisine, made with stir-fried rice noodles and shrimp or chicken. In this vegetarian recipe, I use Swiss chard to add a meaty texture, along with cashews for ...

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My Authentic Lemon Meringue Pie

Here is my recipe for an authentic lemon meringue pie, which I used to bake for the whole family when I was a child. It used to take me several hours back then, but seeing everyone enjoy it more than ...