Everyone's outside... I'm still in the kitchen


Hi Reader,

Happy Father's Day!

If you're celebrating today, I hope it's filled with good food and even better company.

At some point today, everyone will probably end up outside around the grill. But before that happens, you'll usually find me in the kitchen.

I'm blending salsa, slicing limes, warming tortillas, and trying to keep everyone from sneaking chips into the bowl of guacamole before dinner is ready.

Some things never change.

I love those moments just as much as the meal itself. The conversations in the kitchen, someone "taste-testing" the salsa for the third time, and everyone asking, "How much longer?"

If you were coming over today, here's what I'd have on the menu:


Carne Asada Tacos

Mexican Street Corn Casserole


Homemade Guacamole with Lemon (No Tomato)


Baby Kale Salad with Grapefruit Vinaigrette


Roasted Green Hatch Chile Salsa


Sizzling and Juicy Grilled Chicken Fajitas


One last thing... if you're in charge of drinks today, I've got you covered there too. From classic margaritas to refreshing summer cocktails, there's something for everyone!
xoxo, Kate

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