Hello there, virtual friends. In this issue:

• Tapestry-approved recipes from TikTok

• Food bloggers to bookmark

• Blasts from the past

Recipes gone viral, and for good reason

Many of us are used to seeing recipes pop up on our feeds. Some are from well-known magazine publishers. Others are from bloggers who’ve amassed online fandoms, like Skinnytaste, Smitten Kitchen, Food52, and Chocolate Covered Katie. 

And then there's TikTok… a virtual goldmine for original recipes, not to mention a motherload of genius kitchen hacks. In this issue, we’re sharing recipes favorites from TikTok.

We’ve tried it. We liked it!

Baked feta pasta (pictured above) Considered TikTok’s most popular recipe ever! And we understand why. The aroma and sound of a creamy, melted block of feta and jammy roasted cherry tomatoes being folded into shaped pasta is something extraordinary to behold. Super easy and super delicious. 

Butter boards (pictured top of page) A beautiful twist on a charcuterie board, unsalted butter is whipped until soft and blended with your choice of herbs and/or spices, along with any topping(s) you choose. The result is impressive. Serve with plenty of warm, crusty bread and wait for the compliments. Be adventurous and try vodka butter for a taste sensation.

Carrot ribbon salad Just watching the video will have you craving veggies. This healthy and surprisingly addictive salad is a family favorite and very refreshing. And speaking of carrots…

Carrot bacon We were skeptical but pleasantly surprised by the smokey, crispy texture of this vegan bacon. Perfect for topping any kind of burgers, sandwiches and for nibbling.

Green goddess salad Healthy rarely tastes this decadently delicious. Best scooped up on tortilla chips. From top TikTok influencer, Baked by Melissa.

Salmon rice bowl A single ice cube is the secret ingredient for this viral recipe that took TikTok by storm.

Easy ice cream cinnamon rolls This delicious ice cream hack turns refrigerated cinnamon roll dough into something truly spectacular.

Drink it all in

Whipped lemonade (pictured above) In the warmer months, this refreshing take on lemonade is more like dessert. Try using pink lemonade and make pink ice cubes with a raspberry or two in each. Or spike it with a splash of vodka.

Whipped hot chocolate Comfort food in a mug! This version is rich and perfect for cold days.

Dalgona coffee (whipped Korean coffee) became an overnight sensation on TikTok (and our household). Make it with milk or a favorite alternative.

Triple-berry sparklers For this or any other summery beverage, the secret ingredient is freezing berries in coconut water ice cubes. Oh, the possibilities!

Keep exploring

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Viral Recipes from TikTok

Food bloggers to bookmark

• Pinch of Yum
  Lindsay Ostrom has amassed an extraordinary collection of recipes for weeknights and special nights. For starters, try the Egg Roll Tacos and Thai Shrimp Curry. 

• Sally's Baking Addiction
  This is one of our go-to blogs for consistently great, easy-to-follow recipes. If you happen to be craving blueberries right now, her Blueberry Pie Bars are a must (even better with a scoop of vanilla ice cream). The Brown Butter Blueberry Peach Crisp is divine.

• Smitten Kitchen:
  Deb Perelman knows her way around the kitchen, and with a camera. Want proof? Take a look at any of these favorites: Short Rib Onion Soup, Braised Ginger Meatballs in Coconut Broth, and Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cookies are on our menu rotation.

• Cookie and Kate:
  Innovative vegetarian recipes abound on this popular site by Kathryne Taylor. We always have a supply of her Homemade Vegetarian Chili in the freezer (super good on a baked potato). Also recommended: Pumpkin Mac and Cheese (easy and delish), and  Roasted Carrots with Farro, Chickpeas & Herbed Creme Fraiche.

• Minimalist Baker:
  We have this site bookmarked for vegan and vegetarian recipes (and recipes for carnivores), and for good reason(s). Try the Creamy Mocha Chia Pudding, Chicken Kofta Kebabs, and One-Pan Mexican Pulled Chicken.

• Half Baked Harvest:
  Tieghan Gerard offers recipes that are as tantalizing as they are easy-to-follow. Our favorites include the Spicy Orange Sesame Chicken, Buffalo White Chicken Chili, and her to-die-for Gooey Pecan Pie Brownies.

Blasts from the past

• Oh, the 1950s. There were poodle skirts, Elvis, and Ford Thunderbirds. And, then there were some pretty shaky Jell-O recipes (pictured above) on many American kitchen tables. But this era also brought us some iconic foods:

• Lipton’s onion soup dip 

• Flavored potato chips

• Pigs in a blanket

• Ambrosia 

• Chocolate cream pie 

• Pineapple upside down cake 

• Coronation chicken

Tastes and times may have changed, but little replaces nostalgic foods and the memories they bring back. Go retro and try a culinary blast from the past!

We look forward to building this tapestry of experiences with you.