Recipes

A Mediterranean masterpiece on a slice of crusty bread! Preparation is deceptively simple given the depth of flavor it delivers. The salty, sweet, herbaceous, creamy, crunchy combination is utterly beguiling. This light but satisfying open-face sandwich will transport you to a seaside café where you can see the sunlight glinting on the water and ta...

Make this for 2 or make this for 20! Try our flavor-packed take on the 7-Layer Dip – done the Med Way. A little fresher, a little healthier, with a lot of deliciousness to discover and devour! This dish is great for game day, potlucks, and backyard cookouts. It checks all the flavor and texture boxes we know and love in a 7-layer dip – just with ma...

Is there a better smell than bread baking in the oven? It’s hard to beat. In all of its varied and glorious forms, bread remains an enduring testament to the ancient ingenuity of humankind to grow crops, transform ingredients, and feed each other. It’s been around for over 10,000 years. This recipe combines a beautiful focaccia dough with another f...

These hot wings are crispy, perfectly spicy, and super simple to make. No frying mess. No frying calories. No kidding! And what is the “hot” in this hot wings recipe? Wildfare’s Authentic Shatta Hot Sauce. If you’ve never heard of it, you are not alone. But for the hot-heads, heat-seekers, and pepperistas out there, it is the next indispensable pro...

Thanksgiving is over, but the attitude of gratitude lingers. Maybe some of your guests are lingering too. This is a perfect time to use your Thanksgiving leftovers to make a simply delicious frittata. You can respect the essence of the big meal and easily use what remains of it to create a marvelous breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner. Whatever you...

You’ve had deviled eggs – but you really need to try Devilishly Good Eggs. The beautiful creamy filling is familiar, but the flavor is amped up. There is a heat to this filling that makes you take notice and keeps you coming back for more. And the creepy but fun presentation is perfect for Halloween, for Game Day, or for a gathering of appreciative...

This is a quick and delicious way to amp up your favorite hummus. Fire-roasted red pepper Ajvar is a must-have Mediterranean pantry staple that most of us are just discovering in the U.S. It is a culinary multi-tasker – spread, sauce, dip – yes, all of the above! It also lends a beautiful depth of flavor. And it doesn’t get any simpler. We are gett...

If this sounds like an odd combination, please suspend your misgivings long enough to read this recipe. Seafood, citrus and olives love each other. This is a Mediterranean classic that might just be your next favorite dish that surprises and impresses. And if cooking a raw octopus seems a bit daunting, don’t worry, you can buy quality cooked octopu...

Fruit salads are a celebration of the season. What is ripe and fresh and at the peak of flavor and nutrition deserves to be enjoyed with abandon. This is a no rules recipe for selecting the fruits you love in any combination you wish. The seasons will inform your selections, so this salad can and should evolve throughout the year. The simple, elega...

Minimal ingredients. Maximum taste! Shrimp cocktail is always a favorite. Plump, snappy shrimp smelling and tasting of the sea dipped into a sumptuous sauce with a bit of a kick! The Ajvar is a fire roasted red pepper sauce with serious depth of flavor – a wonderful base to this Mediterranean twist on a classic shrimp cocktail sauce. This dish is a...

Vegetables deliver the bounty of the season! This preparation brings a fresh, colorful, but still grilled, counterpoint to all the protein typically prepared during a backyard barbeque. It’s a tasty way to get your veg in. Beautiful as a main or side.

Tempeh is so versatile! If you’ve never grilled it, give it a try. It’s wonderful! The preparation is as simple as it gets and the grilling time is quick. This grilled and saucy tempeh can be placed on rolls and served as a sandwich or served with grilled veggie skewers or grilled hearts of romaine drizzled with Wildfare EVOO and Balsamic Vinegar.

Shrimp – a perfect package of seafood splendor! These grilled shrimp barbeque skewers are the answer the call for a quick weeknight meal, or a weekend gathering, or a simple but delicious appetizer. Shrimp are the stars at parties of all sizes. Try this variation. Very quick! Very tasty!

Barbequed ribs are great any time but are particular favorites during grilling season. They take a while if you are a fan of the “low and slow” cooking method, but once you bite into that first rib, hot off the grill, slathered in BBQ sauce, the time spent melts away with the recognition it was all worth it.

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You can buy any number of prepared sauces, but why not try making your own? Here’s a recipe that is unfussy, uncomplicated, and unbelievable! Made with pantry pull ingredients, it couldn’t be easier – and you are in control. No artificial flavors or colors and no preservatives. BBQ sauce is a finessed balance of heat, sweet, and tang. It’s also per...

Charcuterie Boards are more popular than ever. They are an easy way to wow guests and feed a crowd with minimal effort. Family gatherings, parties, and impromptu get-togethers will all benefit from a thoughtfully curated board of bounty. The choices are plentiful – and they are all up to you. Have fun with the selections.

Latkes are delicious all on their own. They are also amazing delivery vehicles for toppings of all kinds. A marvelously luxe, but easy, option is to top those beautifully crunchy potato pancakes with crème fraiche, cured salmon, and a little dollop of caviar. Fabulous as passed appetizers or festive buffet item. Beautiful, delicious, and party-read...

A frittata can be served any time of day. It can be served warm or at room temperature. And when cut into bite sized servings, perfect little appetizers are born. Better still, you can add whatever you desire to the frittata base: spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, artichokes, potatoes, sausage – you name it, a frittata can handle it. And Wildfare Fire R...

Meatballs are hard to resist, especially this very Mediterranean version. Rich in flavor and loaded with herbs and spices. The lemony sumac in the meatballs complements the lemon stuffed olives perfectly – these two bite-sized beauties were meant to be together. Pop a meatball in your mouth, then pop an olive in your mouth. Let the marriage of tast...

These briny little beauties truly are wildly irresistible! Fun and easy to make to snack on as a larger meal is being prepared. A must-have sensation for a cocktail party. As quick and simple as they are to turn out, they will be eaten faster than they can be made!

A beautiful and flavorful way to enjoy more vegetables! Using Ajvar as the dipping sauce for a crudité platter will make you forget about ranch dressing. So delicious – and so much healthier! Great as an after-school snack and equally perfect for a large gathering – let’s say a backyard barbeque! Assemble your veggies – the Avjar is ready for dippi...

Truly, the name says it all! What’s not to love about a flakey, cheesy, figgy, gooey, crunchy, hot, delicious parcel of exquisite flavor?

Whether you are preparing a snack for yourself, an elegant tasting for two, or a big, beautiful board for a party, these preserves and cheese pairings are truly delectable.

Sunday mornings call for a delicious, slightly sweet treat for breakfast - crêpes filled with our luxurious pistachio butter! We mix it with mascarpone cheese for creaminess and confectioner’s sugar for a little more hint of sweetness. This recipe is sure to become your go-to for a special breakfast or brunch!

Take your party food sampling up a notch by using a tangy mix of ketchup and our Pomegranate Dressing brushed over chicken wings for a satisfying bite that any wing lover will appreciate! We love adding a festive flair with the colorful pomegranate arils, parsley, and sesame seeds. Pairs perfectly with carrots and ranch dressing. You’ll be the hit ...

Add a festive touch to your holiday fête with a beautiful grazing board featuring Wildfare dried fruits and pistachio butter paired with an assortment of your favorite cheeses, crackers, nuts, jams, and pastries! For our board, we’ve chosen Wildfare dried organic figs, apricots and dates, marcona almonds, crackers and petit toasts, Wildfare creamy ...

Halloumi cheese is a traditional Mediterranean cheese bursting with salty flavor and with a perfect crunchy exterior when grilled! We’ve concocted this simple and delicious small plate by adding cherry tomatoes, our robust Early Harvest EVOO, our sweet and sour Pomegranate Dressing, and a hint of za’atar and fresh mint. Perfect as a refreshing lunc...

Who doesn't love this classic party favorite? Easy to whip up and always delicious, our spinach and artichoke dip is an essential part of your entertaining repertoire. Serve it with toasted baguette or crackers for the perfect small bite!

Add a Mediterranean taste to your holiday party with a Wildfare favorite, the Feta Cheese Fête! Easy to prepare, quick, and simply delicious, this hot appetizer features a generous block of the quintessential Mediterranean cheese paired with our flavorful green olives, which are hand stuffed with salty feta goodness. Add our zesty sun-dried tomato ...