Lime and ginger prawns
Lime and ginger grilled Pacific spotted prawns

The horseradish in the prawn marinade gives it a little kick, along with the garlic and ginger. The pineapple juice in the cilantro-garlic butter adds a sweet and tangy aspect. Ideal accompaniments include quinoa and fresh asparagus.

Grilled rack of lamb
Grilled rack of lamb with cherry, balsamic vinegar and rosemary glaze

A rich and tangy glaze complements this tender lamb that is available only once a year. Great served with seasonal vegetables and roasted, grilled or mashed potatoes. Chef's tip: "A good quality veal or beef stock is a must."

Bacon wrapped wild mushroom meatloaf
Applewood smoked bacon wrapped wild mushroom meatloaf

Local porcini mushrooms enhance this classic comfort food, elevated with applewood smoked bacon and using a special blend of ground beef (80% ground chuck and 20% ground brisket) to bring out flavors you can't resist.

Dungeness crab salad
Dungeness crab salad with Asian pear, mango and avocado

The combination of crab and fresh fruit is not only appealing to the eye and delicious, but it also will give you that "tropical" feeling!

Chicken pot pie
Chicken pot pie

 The great thing about a pot pie is the flexibility. "Feel free to use any vegetables and ingredients that you like," chef Rachel Haggstrom says. "Mix and match vegetables, make it vegetarian, play with the herbs using what you have access to."

Scallops with endive recipe
Scallops with Endive Recipe

Roast sweet scallops in butter and pair with endive and a savory raisin and caper sauce, and you've got a delicious combination!

Strawberry salad
Strawberry salad

This salad has a lot going for it—simplicity and crowd appeal being a few of its key attributes. It's versatile, too, says chef Rachel Haggstrom: "There are so many different ways to please your palate," including adding diced, cooked chicken or substituting a favorite cheese.

Vegan walnut "chorizo" stuffed bell peppers
Vegan walnut "chorizo" stuffed bell peppers

These stuffed bell peppers, adapted by Wellnut Farms from a recipe by California Walnuts, feature walnut butter for a unique twist.

Vegan falafel burgers
Vegan falafel burgers

This main dish gives vegans, or anybody, a burger experience bursting with flavor. 

Pork chops with grilled fruit
Pork chops with grilled fruit

This recipe can be modified to fit your mood and the season. For example, other fruits such as apples, persimmons, pears or cherries also pair well with the pork.