Sangria just calls out for experimentation, and there’s no reason to feel tethered to a ho-hum mix of wine and fruit. In this fruity- but-bitter rendition, Dorothy Elizabeth of Straylight in New York brings out the juicy flavors of Sauvignon Blanc by adding fresh grapefruit juice and citrusy Aperol, bracing Campari, and rich Italian vermouth.
Recipes
Avocaderia’s Avocado-Chocolate Mousse
We initially used almond milk in this chocolaty avocado dessert, but we swapped in coconut milk and loved the result, which is still vegan and dairy-free.
Avocaderia’s Panko-Crusted Avocado Wedges with Tangerine Sweet & Sour Dipping Sauce
We mix and match Chinese and Japanese ingredients in this unique avocado side dish, and we use light and flaky Japanese panko in place of bread crumbs.
Avocaderia’s Avocado Burger
We use an entire avocado to make our burger. We recommend tackling it with a fork and knife, but if you’re feeling brave, go at it with your hands.
STAR HOME COOK: Sally Searby’s Lemon Drizzle Cake
Star Home Cook Sally Searby of Greenport, NY, shared a lemon cake recipe so vibrant and lemony, we couldn’t keep the recipe to ourselves.
Red Truck Bakery’s Madeleines (for Jacques Pépin)
It was a gutsy move baking these for the best French chef around, but I learned to make them from chef Mark Ramsdell of L’ Academie de Cuisine. I was elated when Jacques pronounced them “terrific!” and his daughter (and TV costar), Claudine Pépin said they were the best she’s ever had.
