From waffles to pancakes, top your delicious bites with a berry of your choice for a sweet and tart burst!

Simple to impress, niçoise salads are even simpler to make! Season salmon or tuna and quickly sear in a hot frying pan for approx. 3 minutes on each side. Let cool and flake into chunks. Boil fingerling potatoes and green beans until tender, then slice up hard-boiled eggs. Toss everything together with lettuce, olives, and a simple dressing (EVOO, lemon juice, dijon mustard + salt will do!). Bon appétit!

The season of grilling is upon us. Get ready with proteins for putting on the barbie and the buns that make them complete.

Move over, meat, and make room for some fruit & veggies on the grill. Ready in minutes, these are easy to throw on the flame. The best part? It's simple to tell when they're ready - just look for the char marks. We know what we'll be throwing on the grill and onto a skewer this week!

Crack them open and throw on some shades - these chill beers are like golden drops of liquid sunshine. Bring them wherever summer takes you - rooftops, backyards, park picnics, the beach... or just your very own couch.

One of the easiest and most delicious ways to enjoy soft shell crabs is in a sandwich. Here's how it's done: soak soft-shell crabs in milk for 10 minutes, then pat dry, season, and dredge in cornmeal or flour. Cook in a pan with oil until browned and crisp, about 2 minutes per side. Serve on a brioche bun with blanched ramps, spicy mayo, and lettuce. Get the full recipe on the FreshDirect blog.

Skip takeout and try this weeknight recipe: for the marinade, mix 1 clove minced garlic, 1 tsp kosher salt, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1.5 tbsp hoisin, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp sesame oil and sriracha to taste. Toss about 1.5 lbs. of chicken in the marinade, place on a sheet, then roast 30-45 minutes at 425 F, or until internal temp is 165 F. Toast a few sesame seeds in a pan over low heat, then sprinkle over baked chicken, along with some scallion greens. Serve with rice and veggies

Did ya know that this simple cocktail is part of a common Italian tradition? Before dinner at a time known as Aperitivo hour, many Italians enjoy Spritz, a mix of orange aperol + sparkling wine or prosecco. Super refreshing, super fancy, super easy. Try it with campari + prosecco for a twist!

The days are getting longer, Spring's here and we're so ready to let go of 30 degree weather. Indulge in an extra bit of sweetness while you relish in uber warm weather this weekend.

Flowers. Warm temps. Is there anything better than spring in NYC? Yes--the arrival of spring veggies. Every year, we count the days until we can again put these beauties on the feed and use them in our favorite recipes. Spring's tender veg shine in every kind of preparation--roasting, frying, steaming, baking.

Next time you're making a dip for snacking or a crudite board, try adding some veg for extra flavor + color. Like beets + yogurt (pink!) or greens + herbs with tahini. One of the best ways to get started with dip experimentation is by trying out our farm share box, which has a mix of seasonal produce that's made for getting creative.

For every RA Kitchen meal sold, Restaurant Associates, in partnership with FreshDirect, will donate a portion of the proceeds to NY Common Pantry¿s Hot Meals. This progam provides nutritionally-balanced breakfasts and dinners to those experiencing food insecurity. Enjoy a meal while also funding one for a neighbor in need.

HBO Max is joining us in our partnership with NY Common Pantry, whose mission is to reduce hunger and promote dignity, health, and self-sufficiency. We encourage you to support NYCP by adding a donation to your order in one of the amounts below. Through June 2, HBO Max will match up to $20K in donations to help provide meals for our neighbors in need.

The secret to making your own crudite platter is here in just a few taps - just add veggies like cut carrots, celery, broccoli florets, bell peppers, and more with your favorite dips. You can go classic hummus or ranch, or kick things up a notch with baba ghanouj or green goddess dressing!

We've compiled our top pink picks from around the globe. Grab a glass and uncork a new favorite tonight - no passport required. Here's a traveler's guide: wines from Provence tend to be classic and dry, resembling the sun-drenched beauty of the region, also similar to those classic rosés from the South of France. Picks from Germany and Austria tend to be zesty (also staff favorites!), while those from Portugal can be light and refreshing. Pour open one from California, and you'll likely find a lush and fruit-forward taste. Be sure not to miss South African rosés - those bold, berry characters are ones to remember!

Check out our food bundles that get you everything you need in a single click, plus more great basics for a well-stocked fridge and pantry.

Take some leafy greens, add a deli salad on top (like chicken salad or our roast tofu with squash + kale) + voila: your midday meal is ready to go.

This dinner recipe has so much flavor, all from a few cupboard staples: Cook 1 package pasta until al dente, reserving some cooking water. Tear a few kale leaves into large pieces; blanch in boiling water. Chop half an onion and sauté in 2 tbsp olive oil. Once soft, stir in 1 clove minced garlic. Fold in 1 tin sardines or tuna or 2 tins squid (including oil). Stir in a splash of pasta water, then add pasta, followed by juice and zest from 1 lemon, 1 tbsp chopped parsley, and kale. Add more pasta water as needed to loosely coat. Season to taste.

Vegetarian? Gluten-free? We've got options for everyone who wants to get their burger on. From plant-based patties to buns without wheat, check out these items that'll keep everyone at your cookout happy.

For a delicious refreshment, muddle 4-5 blackberries in a glass, add 1/2 oz of fresh-squeezed lemon juice and stir together. Add ice to the glass followed by 2 oz gin. Top with seltzer and stir. Enjoy the sweet and tart taste, or add simple syrup for something sweeter!

Peach season is here AND it coincides with grilling season (go summer!). You may have guessed where we're going here -- that's right, don't roast it - toss it on the grill. The peach's trademark sweetness will become more pronounced + it will melt in your mouth. Like candy!