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A collection from the Robin & Willow kitchen

Vibrant Sumac Blackened Chicken Wings

Vibrant Sumac Blackened Chicken Wings—crispy, bold, and easily baked with delicious Middle Eastern flavors. Perfect for quick, easy meals with a Mediterranean flare.

Robin Ward

July 3, 2025

#appetizer, Chicken, Dinner

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Warm Marinated Olives with Orange Zest – A Vibrant Mediterranean Appetizer

Glossy, Warm Olives with Orange Zest, herbs, and spice—bold, fragrant, and effortless. A Mediterranean delight ready in minutes. Savor the flavor!

Robin Ward

May 15, 2025

#appetizer, Mediterranean, side dish, snack

#appetizer, #AreshHashemi, #CastelvetranoLove, #CitrusandHerbs, #easy, #EasyEntertaining, #FallEntertaining, #GameDayFood, #HerbMarinatedOlives, #Hors d’oeuvres, #MediterraneanAppetizer, #MezzePlatter, #OrangeZestOlives, #persianfood, #sharablesdinner, #sidedish, #SmallBitesBigFlavor, #snack, #snacks, #snacksfordinner, #warmolives
Irresistible Feta, Spinach & Caraway Hand Pies

Feta, Spinach & Caraway Hand Pies—flaky, golden pastry bursting with tangy feta, vibrant spinach, and aromatic herbs. Easy, savory, and perfect for any occasion.

Robin Ward

January 14, 2025

#appetizer, Cheese, Greek, Kale & Spinach, Lunch, snack, Vegetarian

#appetizer, #caraway, #easy, #easyRecipes, #fetacheese, #Greek, #handpie, #healthy, #lunch, #pie, #puffpastry, #snack, #spanakopita, #spinach, #vegetarian
Easy Cheesy Protein-Packed Spinach Dip

This cold spinach dip features four cheeses—blended cottage cheese for a smooth, healthy base, plus cream cheese, mozzarella, and a kick of sharp Parmesan. Loaded with nutrient-rich spinach and crunchy water chestnuts, it’s a super cheesy, flavorful dip that’s easy for beginners to master.

Robin Ward

October 29, 2024

#appetizer, condiment, Dinner, Kale & Spinach, Lunch, snack

#appetizer, #condiment, #dinner, #easy, #healthy, #lunch, #sidedish, #snacks, #topping
Irresistible Spicy Maple Buffalo Wings

Crispy, irresistible wings smothered in a bold, buttery Buffalo sauce with a sweet maple twist and just the right touch of heat. Each bite is packed with juicy, tender chicken and a perfectly balanced sweet-spicy glaze that delivers an unforgettable punch of flavor. Customize the heat and savor the deliciousness!

Robin Ward

October 17, 2024

#appetizer, Dinner

#appetizer, #Buffalowings, #chickenwings, #comfortfood, #dinner, #easy, #familydinnerideas, #healthy, #hotwings, #lunch, #partyfood, #spicywings, #weeknightdinner, #wingsandtwosidesdinner
Tomatoes with Brown Butter

Savor the magic of peak-season heirloom beefsteak tomatoes drizzled with nutty brown butter, where the rich, toasty aroma elevates the tomatoes to a mystical level of flavor. Topped with briny capers, sweet onion slivers, and fresh basil, this dish bursts with vibrant colors and enticing aromas, with the brown butter mingling beautifully with the tomato…

Robin Ward

September 5, 2024

#appetizer, Dinner, side dish, Tomatoes

#appetizer, #butter, #dinner, #easy, #healthy, #sidedish, #tomatoes
“The Mother Butter” for Bread-Based Bites

Get ready to elevate your dishes with “The Mother Butter”, a zesty, garlicky herb butter that takes bread and sandwiches to the next level! The only bit of effort is mixing the butter evenly in batches, but it’s totally worth it. This recipe gives you about 8 convenient rolls of buttery goodness, perfect for stashing…

Robin Ward

August 1, 2024

#appetizer, Dinner, Lunch, side dish, snack

#appetizer, #butter, #comfortfood, #condiment, #dinner, #garlicbread, #herbedbutter, #lunch, #motherbutter, #sandwhich, #sidedish, #sides, #TheMotherButter, #topping
Pineapple Habanero Chicken Wings + Coconut Rice Lunch

Experience the crunch of chicken wings bathed in a vibrant pineapple-habanero sauce, perfect for parties or hearty meals. This recipe also yields exceptionally fluffy and flavorful coconut rice, effortlessly infused with coconut through a foolproof soaking and baking method. Easy, healthy, and delicious, it’s ideal for tropical, Caribbean, Indian, and Asian dishes—a recipe from a…

Robin Ward

June 29, 2024

Chicken, Coconut, Dinner, Lunch, Pineapple, Rice, side dish

#appetizer, #chicken, #chickenwings, #coconut, #coconutrice, #dinner, #easy, #habanero, #healthy, #lunch, #Nigerian, #partyfood, #pineapple, #rice, #sauce, #sidedish
Fun Fish! – Fennel & Herb Fish Sticks

Experience the delight of homemade fish sticks with a crispy, herby crust and tender, flaky fish inside. Quick and easy to make, these fun finger foods are perfect for dipping and enjoying anytime!

Robin Ward

June 28, 2024

Dinner, Lunch, Seafood

#appetizer, #dinner, #dippable, #easy, #fish, #fishsticks, #funfood, #healthy, #kidfood, #lunch, #partyfood, #whitefish
Crazy Good Chicken Wings

This recipe is a delightful fusion of Asian, Italian, and Spanish flavors. These wings are garlicky, subtly sweet, and perfectly spiced, with melted Parmesan bits that stick to the plate—honestly, that’s the best part!

Robin Ward

May 30, 2024

Chicken, Dinner

#appetizer, #chicken, #chickenwings, #chilicrisp, #dinner, #easy, #partyfood
Shanghai-Style Sweet & Sour Baby-Back Ribs

These sweet and sour ribs are a Shanghainese delight that steals the spotlight on any dinner table. They’re cooked to crispy perfection with a caramelized sugar coating, then glazed in a sticky and aromatic sweet and sour sauce.

Robin Ward

April 7, 2024

Chinese, Dinner, Lunch, side dish

#appetizer, #babybackribs, #ChineseRibs, #dinner, #lunch, #ribs, #ShanghaiRibs, #sidedish, #snack, #sweet&sour
Dates with Espresso Coffee and Cardamom

Now, imagine a spoonful: You’ll taste the sweet, chewy date infused with the bold espresso coffee notes of espresso. The cardamom adds warmth and a touch of exotic spice. As you swirl it all together with the cool Greek yogurt, the flavors harmonize, creating a delightful symphony in your mouth. It’s a luxurious and wholesome…

Robin Ward

March 14, 2024

Dessert, Dinner, Lunch, side dish

#appetizer, #dinner, #lunch, #sidedish, #snack, #teatime, #treat
Stir-Fried Shanghai Bok Choy

This side dish packs a punch with its spicy, crispy, and downright delicious flavors. If you’re cooking for someone who’s not too keen on green veggies, give this a whirl and watch them be pleasantly surprised!

Robin Ward

March 2, 2024

Bok Choy, Chinese, Dinner, Lunch, side dish

#appetizer, #babybokchoy, #bokchoy, #healthyrecipe, #healthyvegetablesidedish, #shanghaibokchoy, #sidedish, #stirfriedbabybokchoy, #stirfry
Asian Smashed Cucumber Salad Recipe

Savor the vibrant flavors of Smashed Cucumber Salad—a beloved classic from Asia! With crunchy cucumber chunks and a zesty toasted sesame dressing, this salad bursts with freshness and is a breeze to whip up. This recipe is sourced from Maggie at Rack of Lam. Cucumber salad, popular across Asia, draws inspiration from Korean, Japanese, and…

Robin Ward

February 28, 2024

Dinner, Lunch, side dish

#appetizer, #Asianappetizer, #Asiancucumbersalad, #Asiansidedish, #Asiansmashedcucumbersalad, #salad, #sidedish
Korean Kimchi Pork Pancake

Savor the crispy delight of Pajeon, a Korean pancake recipe featuring succulent pork, scallions, and seasonal veggies. Go vegetarian by skipping the pork and achieve that perfect crisp using a magical mix of rice flour, cornstarch, and ice-cold water. A true crowd favorite on the Mokbar, NYC menu.”

Robin Ward

December 19, 2023

Dinner, Korean, Lunch, Pork

#appetizer, #crispykoreanpancakes, #crowdpleaser, #dinner, #Koreankimchiporkpancake, #koreanpancake, #Koreanporkpancake, #lunch, #Mokbarappetizer, #MokbarNYC, #pajeon, #porkpajeon