Summer Recipes & Treats

Summer is officially here and we couldn’t be happier to see the sun here in Southern California. Here are some of the best recipes of the season!

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Huli Huli Chicken

This looks delicious!

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Harry’s Berries and Whip Cream

Try Ina Garten’s Make it Ahead Whip Cream - it’s so delicious and lasts in the refrigerator for 2-3 days!

One issue with make-head desserts is the whipped cream. If you whip cream ahead of time, it tends to deflate before you top a dessert with it. Ina’s solution is to add two tablespoons of creme fraiche in with the cold cream, sugars and vanilla extract. She then whips the mixture on high speed until soft peaks form. The creme fraiche “makes the cream stable so that it can be made ahead,” Ina said.

Note: Use powdered sugar and no vanilla extract!

Watermelon Tier CAke

This is such a fun and refreshing summer “watermelon cake”. Use toothpicks to decorate with fresh fruit and mint leaves!

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Oreo Ice Cream Dessert

Levain Bakery Chocolate Chip Cookies

Levain Bakery from NYC has opened in Los Angeles! Plus, you can get them delivered!