By Libbie Summers What started out as cheap mundane dorm fuel before parties has become a fancy adult lunch sandwich when made with layers of flavor that I couldn’t have appreciated at 18.  Adult Tuna Melt Serves 1 What you need:  1 thick slice of rustic bread 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon mayonnaise 1/4... Read More »

By Libbie Summers Recipe by Pati Jinich (with a couple of tweaks) I’ve been making carnitas since as long as I can remember, but it wasn’t until the blizzard that hit New York City in January 2016 (when I made Pati Jinich’s recipe) that I upped my carnitas game. I was in NYC food... Read More »

By Libbie Summers (from Brown Sugar by Libbie Summers, Shortstack Editions) Gingham Trimmed Linen Napkins from Yum Yum Smile Shop Learn the recipe for the perfect POP and up your weekend Netflix viewing game with this perfect sweet meets salty snack!  Homemade Caramel Popcorn (aka Cracker Jerks) makes 10 cups What you need:  3 tablespoons vegetable... Read More »

By Libbie Summers In 1997 this simple recipe helped make the toughest days aboard our 40′ sailboat, Calumet, a happier place. We were able to use up the bits and bobs of produce that was on its last legs AND enjoy a dinner that our then ten year old son said “tastes just like... Read More »

By Libbie Summers A 3-ingredient delicious dessert that doesn’t involve eggs, flour or sugar? I’m ALL IN!  Chocolate Covered Date Nut Squares (makes 16…depending on how big you cut them) What you need:  1/2 cup packed fresh dates, pitted 1 1/2 cups nuts (you can mix any nuts here, use the bits and pieces... Read More »