Vol. I  ·  Issue No. 7  ·  July 2026  ·  Cook · Learn · Explore
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Summer  ·  Flavor  ·  Discovery  ·  Fire
From the Library
Flavour
——
Ottolenghi
Book of
the Month
Ottolenghi Flavour — bold, vegetable-forward cooking that changes how you think about flavor.
Technique of the Month
The Perfect
Vinaigrette
Balance, emulsification, and the secret ratios that make every salad sing.
Julia's Corner ♡
Let's Bake
Brownies!
Live Zoom class with Chef Freyka.
July 19 · 11:00 AM
All skill levels welcome.
Let's fire up
the grill! ♡
✦ Feature Story — July 2026
Summer Grilling
in Greece
Fresh ingredients. Bold flavors.
Unforgettable moments by the fire.
Explore Story  ▶
Ingredient of the Month
🌶
Aji
Amarillo
The golden chili of Peru. Flavor. Heat. Tradition. Irreplaceable.
Dessert to Try
🫐
Lemon Blueberry
Mascarpone Tart
Silky, bright, and impossibly beautiful.
Restaurant Review
Milos Miami
A taste of the Greek Islands — and why it moved me deeply.
Guest Chef / Friend
Chef Diego Munoz
Ceviche, conversation, and the spirit of Peruvian cooking.
Food Safety Minute
Summer Food Safety
Quick, essential lessons to keep your kitchen safe when the heat is on.
What's Coming Up
Classes & Events
Jul 12 — Greek Cooking Workshop
Jul 19 — Brownies with Kids
Jul 26 — Fermentation 101
A Note from Chef Freyka
"July brings sunshine, fresh ingredients, and time to gather around the table. I hope this issue inspires you to cook, learn, and most of all — to enjoy the journey."
— Chef Freyka ♡