Melissa Kravitz-Hoeffner

black squid pasta with green olives and shrimp

Shrimp and Green Olive Pasta

Green olives and shrimp pair so well together. The pink seafood and briny green fruit have beautiful color contrast, and the acidity in green olives brings out the shrimp’s gentle flavors. Furthermore, the textures of the two ingredients are more alike than they seem, especially when quickly sauteed. This recipe […]

scallop puttanesca

Scallop Pasta Puttanesca

Known for its briny, compulsively edible flavor, caper and olive spiked puttanesca calls out for a seafood topper. And seared scallops are it! Cut into bite-sized pieces, these crisp yet smooth pieces of seafood cut some of the spice in this chili-laced sauce, and they’re just right as a complement […]

lobster salad with fennel and orange

Fennel-Orange Salad with Lobster Tail

Lobster is often equated with special occasions, but what if you infused a little lobster into your every day? This poached lobster tail salad is quick to make and even quicker to eat, and can make your sad desk lunch a little more elegant in less time than it takes […]

Kale Risotto with Scallops

Some ingredients deserve celebration, no matter what the occasion and scallops certainly fall into that category. This scallop-studded risotto takes a few extra steps but is well worth it for a dinner party or at-home date night, to serve as a main, starter, or side. The recipe can be cut […]

al dente pasta with chicken ragu homemade

Chicken Thigh Ragu

A slow-cooked, long-simmered pasta dinner is just right for a chilly night, but sometimes red meat in red sauce just isn’t what you’re craving. Switch it up with this decadent chicken thigh ragu, which works just as well for at-home date night as it does for family dinner.   The […]

salmon with salsa verde

Salmon with Winter Greens Salsa Verde

Cold nights call for cozy dinners, but there are only so many soups and stews you can have in a season before, well, you just want something solid. Switch it up with this salmon recipe, which is simple to make and elegant enough to serve guests or just yourself for […]

chicken thighs on skewers with lemons

Marinated Grilled Chicken Thigh Skewers

Boneless chicken thighs are always a crowd pleaser. They’re moist, flavorful, and in this recipe, absorb a flavorful yogurt-based marinade for optimum tenderness. The grilled lemons add nice acidity, making these skewers a versatile entree for a summer dinner, served with salads, fresh pitas, or even as an appetizer to […]

lobster and tomato pasta dish

Simple and Luxurious Lobster Pasta

There’s nothing about lobster pasta that doesn’t feel luxe. Just the simple combination of seafood and carbs is a recipe for success, but throw in some fresh lobster claws, a silky tomato sauce, and the splurge-worthy dried pasta of your choosing  (both long and short shapes work!), and you have […]

herby pork chops and slaw

Herby Pork Chops with Fennel and Radish Slaw

Busy days call for quick dinners, and this pork chop recipe is perfect for a weeknight. With an extra set of hands in the kitchen, both the pork and the accompanying slaw can be prepped in just a few minutes, creating a full-flavored, balanced meal. This herb-coated pork seasons the […]