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Ranch Burger on a Honey Bun

Everyone needs a perfect burger recipe, and this is my go-to. The fresh honey buns are soft, delicious, and simple to make. The Worcestershire sauce and fresh garlic add just the right combination of sweetness...

Butterflied Chicken with Peach Barbecue Sauce

This is a really fun way to grill a whole chicken. The beauty of a butterflied chicken is that you flatten the bird out, allowing the leg meat to cook before the breast is overdone...

Halibut Tacos with Citrus Coleslaw

This is a fresh, easy meal that can be made in the oven or on the grill. The halibut is steamed with lemon, onions and herbs as it cooks, making it incredibly tender and flavorful....

Chicken Piri Piri

There is a large Portuguese community in our area, and this is how I first learned about chicken piri piri. I had this classic dish at a barbecue and fell in love with the combination...

Chile Rellenos

A dear family friend who lived near the garden on the ranch used to make chile rellenos. In the fall she would gather poblano peppers and char them over an open flame. I was always...

New York Steak with Shrimp and Honey Ginger Butter

This is my rendition of a Surf and Turf meal. The tender New York Steaks are made even more flavorful because they are basted with garlic butter as they cook. Topping the steaks with shrimp...

Grilled Corn with Chile-Lime Salt

It’s grilling season and grilled corn on the cob is a classic! But I love to spice this up by making a Chile-Lime Salt to sprinkle over the corn. Yes please! This easy extra step...

Ribeye Steak with Chimichurri Sauce

A bone-in ribeye is my favorite cut of steak, and I love grilling for special occasions. It is well marbled, flavorful, and the ultimate classic cut. Chimichurri sauce is one of those condiments that you...

Grilled Tri-Tip with Fire Roasted Salsa

Grilled tri-tip is the Central Coast’s most famous dish—and for very good reason. The tri-tip (which is a triangle-shaped cut from the bottom sirloin) is a really flavorful piece of meat and a great way...