Summer Archives – Christiann Koepke

Cool off with a refreshing summer berry shake made with strawberries, tomatoes and creamy yogurt. This dairy-free Summer Berry Shake tastes like a milkshake with a surprisingly sweet and savory twist. It’s no secret that cherry tomatoes and strawberries …

Matcha + coconut: a match made in dessert heaven. Today I’m sharing my three favorite ways to enjoy this delightful pairing as it’s served best: as a creamy, soft, homemade ice cream. Coconut milk is an ideal base for plant-based …

Make a stunning cherry and elderberry-studded clafoutis for your next get-together. Custardy, just sweet enough and perfect for a late summer dessert, this recipe is guaranteed to hit the right note between elegant and rustic. What is Clafoutis (klah-foo-TEE)? According …

Pickled mixed vegetables are the punchy, bright and crunchy topping that elevates simple meals into a full textural experience. Turn sweet roasted beets, crisp radishes, and bold red onion into a stunning monochromatic condiment to admire and enjoy. This recipe, …

Roasted beet in a cocktail? Yes! It’s smokey, naturally sweet, and of course an absolutely stunning color. This mezcal-tequila drink is made for pairing with your favorite summer produce: starting with ricotta, roasted beet, and thyme pizza. A quick …

Summer is perfect for easy breezy appetizers. You know I love Athens. Their products are so easy to work with and make hosting (or weekend snacking!) fool-proof. Athens Phyllo Dough Sheets are the perfect base for this Greek Lamb Phyllo …

This Vegan Green Goddess Broccoli Salad is about to turn your everyday salad on its head. Piled high with vitamin-rich broccoli, sweet roasted beets, crunchy cucumbers and handfuls of fresh herbs, all this healthy lunch needs is a drizzle of …

Savoring all the vibrant Summer moments. . . Been eager to share this recipe with you. I have some serious love for Summer stone fruit. Peaches, apricots, nectarines…yes to ALL. This coffeecake is amazing because you can pick whichever fruit …

Friends, there are just 3 months of summer! Every season is special, but there is nothing like traveling during the warm summer months. You deserve several long weekends away from the day-to-day demands of life. As always, I have you …

These long heat-packed summer days offer little solace, so I decided to create my own! This creamy ice-cold milkshake, full of ripe end-of-summer peaches, is practically life changing. I took it a step further and added a splash of …