Weeknight Grilling! Easy Summer Cooking at Home

Has grilling ever felt too time-consuming, too messy, or impossible without a fancy backyard setup?This week, we’re simplifying grilling to make it feel more approachable, even on a weeknight.By the end of this episode, you’ll:Learn how to get charred, grilled flavor at home, with or without an outdoor grillDiscover easy summer meal ideas, including grilled salads, vegetarian dinners, unique kebabs, and fruity dessertsPick up practical strategies like shortcut marinades, make-ahead components, and smart ways to use peak-season producePress play now for low-effort, high-reward grilling ideas you’ll want to make all summer long!***For more recipes and cooking inspiration, sign up for our free Substack here. And join us on our live monthly calls by upgrading your subscription to paid!***Links:Salads as MealsBig fat Greek salad with souvlaki-ish chicken by Meredith HaydnGrilled caesar salad by Vindulge and Kari’s “secret ingredient” Caesar dressing via our SubstackVegetarianSoba with grilled mushrooms and tofu by Ali Slagle for NYT CookingSpanish-style grilled veggies with breadcrumb picada by Tori Ritchie via Bon Appetit MeatGeorgian Shashlik (kebabs) from Silk Road Recipes Spiedies sandwiches from Binghampton, NY, recipe from Sam Sifton via NYT CookingFishGrilled albacore with citrus marinade from Wild Tide Seafood (shout out to Tim Wastelll and Old Pal restaurant in Portland for the inspiration)Mahi mahi tacos with fruity salsa from Food 52SweetsGrilled peaches with amaretti by Ina Garten via Food Network Grilled lemon pound cake with peaches and cream from Food & WineRice krispies treats toasted on the grill by Lena Abraham via Delish ****Got a cooking question? Leave us a message on our hotline at: 323-452-9084For more recipes and cooking inspiration, sign up for our Substack here.Are you a local to Portland or planning a visit? You can now book a private farmers’ market tour with Sonya through Airbnb Experiences! Or order Sonya's cookbook Bra