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  • A bowl of creamy mashed potatoes topped with melted butter and sprinkled with dried herbs, seen from above.
    Mashed Potatoes with Gravy
  • Close-up of roasted cauliflower florets topped with a creamy orange sauce, crunchy golden crumbs, and garnished with fresh green microgreens on a white plate.
    Roasted Cabbage with Smoky Cashew Sauce
  • A plate of assorted roasted fingerling potatoes, some purple, red, and yellow, drizzled with green pesto sauce, with a small bowl of extra pesto on the side.
    EVOO & Caper Salsa Verde Over Roasted Potatoes
  • Six roasted asparagus spears are arranged on a bed of creamy mashed potatoes, garnished with chopped chives, served on a dark plate.
    Asparagus with White Wine Beurre Blanc
  • Close-up of sliced cucumbers coated in a creamy, spicy chili oil sauce with sesame seeds and chopped herbs, creating a vibrant, textured salad with visible seasonings and fresh ingredients.
    Cucumber Salad
  • A beige plate with roasted asparagus spears, blistered cherry tomatoes, dollops of herbed butter, and chopped nuts sprinkled on top.
    Asparagus & Cherry Tomatoes w/ Tarragon Butter
  • Close-up of a dish featuring roasted red and yellow tomatoes, melted cheese, fresh green herbs, and a sprinkle of black pepper and minced garlic. The surface appears bubbly and colorful.
    Charred Cherry Tomatoes w/ Lemon Zested Yogurt
  • A black plate of crispy roasted baby potatoes garnished with herbs, served with a small bowl of creamy white dipping sauce, on a wooden table.
    Harissa Roasted Potatoes w/ Garlic Mayo
  • Close-up of two grilled artichoke halves with charred edges next to a small glass bowl of creamy dipping sauce on a light-colored surface.
    Roasted Artichokes with Garlic Sauce
  • Close-up of a colorful salad with sliced tomatoes, toasted pine nuts, fresh herbs, and thin purple shreds, possibly pickled onions or seaweed, garnished with dressing.
    Heirloom Tomatoes w Sumac Shallots
  • A bowl of roasted mushrooms topped with a creamy yellow sauce, served in a white ceramic dish on a light-colored surface.
    Air Fried Blue Oyster Mushrooms w/ Thyme Vinaigrette
  • A black bowl filled with roasted cauliflower, melted cheese, mushrooms, and chopped herbs, placed on a wooden table.
    Roasted Cauliflower with Calabrian Chili Tahini Sauce
  • Close-up of baked sweet potato fries scattered on a baking sheet, coated with spices and seasoning, with bits of seasoning spread around.
    Sweet Potato Fries
  • A grilled romaine lettuce half is served on a beige plate, topped with a brown, chunky dressing or sauce. The plate sits on a wooden surface.
    Grilled Red Romaine w/ Bagna Cauda
  • Grilled asparagus spears topped with roasted cherry tomatoes, chopped nuts, and a creamy herbed cheese mixture on a white plate.
    Asparagus with Cherry Tomatoes & Sauce Gribiche
  • A close-up of sautéed mushrooms in a dark sauce, garnished with finely chopped green herbs.
    Oyster Mushrooms with Black Garlic Mayo
  • Close-up of a corn salad with yellow corn kernels, chopped green herbs, and a creamy dressing mixed throughout. The ingredients are evenly combined and coated, creating a colorful, textured appearance.
    Mexican Esquites
  • Four pieces of roasted, cross-hatched eggplant are served on a black plate over a creamy green sauce, garnished with chopped herbs and nuts.
    Mediterranean Zucchini w/ Minted Whipped Feta
  • Soy Cured Egg Yolks
  • A baked casserole dish with a golden-brown crust, topped with crispy prosciutto and fresh sage leaves, sits on a dark wooden table. The edges of the dish are slightly browned.
    Crispy Sage Potato Gratin with Gruyère, Pecorino & Crispy Speck
  • A cast iron skillet filled with golden-brown cornbread, topped with a dollop of creamy butter and sprinkled with flaky sea salt.
    Fresh Corn “Cornbread” with Miso Honey Glaze
  • Torn chunks of sourdough seared until deeply browned, piled with warm wild mushrooms and dressed with aged balsamic, on a white plate with greens.
    Warm Balsamic Marinated Mushrooms
  • A close-up of a bowl filled with smooth, yellow mashed food, resembling mashed plantains or a similar starchy dish.
    Fresh Corn Polenta
  • A close-up of creamy yellow grits topped with fresh green thyme leaves, giving a textured and appetizing appearance.
    Polenta
  • Close-up of crispy, golden-brown roasted potato cubes with visible flakes of salt and slightly caramelized edges.
    Crispy Roasted Potatoes
  • Close-up of roasted golden-yellow squash pieces with charred edges, served on a green sauce, with a sprinkling of coarse salt visible on top.
    Roasted Squash with Salsa Verde
  • Close-up of roasted Brussels sprouts with crispy, charred edges, drizzled with a creamy, light-colored sauce. The sprouts are caramelized and slightly browned, highlighting their texture and glossy finish.
    Brussel Sprouts w/ Black Garlic Brown Butter
  • Sliced, browned mushrooms in a light oil or butter sauce, garnished with fresh thyme sprigs, served on a white plate.
    Trumpet Mushroom ‘Scallops’ w/ Brown Butter & Thyme
  • A glass bowl of creamy brown dip topped with glazed walnuts is surrounded by endive leaves filled with crumbled blue cheese and walnuts, arranged in a circular pattern on a white plate.
    Endive with Maple Walnut Butter
  • Close-up of peeled, pink and yellow roots, possibly ginger or turmeric, with a shiny, moist surface, arranged in a pile on a brown surface.
    Miso Glazed Radish
  • Close-up of roasted sliced onions topped with a golden, crunchy herb and spice mixture, creating a textured and colorful surface.
    Delicata Squash with Spiced Buttered Pistachios
  • A plate of crispy, breaded squash rings arranged in a circle around a bowl of creamy dipping sauce with black specks, set on a light-colored surface.
    Delicata Squash Onion Rings
  • A close-up of a bowl filled with shiny, cooked brown beans that appear to be large and oval-shaped, possibly lima or butter beans, resting in a light-colored ceramic dish.
    Lima Beans
  • A gourmet salad with shaved greens, bits of crispy bacon, and roasted vegetables, served on a creamy white sauce, arranged artfully on a black plate.
    Cauliflower Three Ways
  • A slice of roasted butternut squash topped with a dollop of cream and sprinkled with black pumpkin seeds and black pepper, served on a white plate.
    Roasted Squash with Whipped Goat Cheese
  • A ceramic plate with a gourmet dish topped with black caviar and chopped chives, next to an open tin labeled Golden Icon Ossetra Caviar on a dark wooden surface.
    Honey Nut & Caviar Gratin with Crispy Leeks
  • Close-up of roasted leeks cut into rounds, topped with a glossy reddish-brown sauce and sprinkled with black and white sesame seeds on a white plate.
    Miso Braised Leeks
  • Close-up of caramelized onion halves in a dark, glossy sauce, seasoned with pepper and salt, arranged closely together on a plate.
    Miso Butter Onions
  • A poached egg with a runny yolk sits atop grilled asparagus spears on a creamy beige sauce, garnished with flaky salt on a dark plate.
    Pan Roasted Asparagus w/ Poached Egg and Miso Butter
  • Two crispy, roasted artichoke halves on a plate next to a small bowl of creamy dipping sauce. The artichokes have golden-brown edges and are arranged on a neutral-toned surface.
    Roasted Artichoke with Lemon Garlic Aioli
  • A close-up of a fresh salad with mixed greens, sliced avocado, crumbled cheese, sunflower seeds, and fresh dill in a white bowl.
    Greens with Marinated Feta & Shallot Dijon Vinaigrette
  • A round white plate with a large ball of burrata cheese in the center, surrounded by roasted vegetables and a drizzle of dark sauce, on a dark wooden table.
    Braised Leeks with Burrata and Salsa Verde

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  • Overhead of a sliced bone-in chuletón ribeye on a white plate, fanned and topped with peach-and-shallot sauce, held over a wood board.
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