Melissa Clark

The dining capital of the Pacific Northwest remains one of America’s great culinary cities.

After a long stretch of dining out on the road, I’m fantasizing about enjoying these recipes at home, in the fresh air.

By Melissa Clark This light and refreshing potato salad is the antithesis of the usual, creamy, mayonnaise-based recipes.

Smoky red devil eggs elevate the classic deviled egg with tomato paste and smoked paprika, offering a sweet, spicy, and smoky flavor profile that's both sophisticated and irresistible.

Has my outlook gotten rosier, or has rhubarb been getting redder?

Full of fresh cucumber and cilantro, Melissa Clark’s riff on cold noodles packs a compelling punch.

Cold peanut ginger noodles feature a nutty, spicy, and tangy dressing over noodles and cucumbers, highlighted by sweet-spicy crystallized ginger, perfect for make-ahead meals.

By Melissa Clark This is a simple, streamlined version of the classic cold noodle dish.

Sweet, juicy and crunchy, substituting shredded cabbage for the usual romaine adds texture to Caesar salad.

Parmesan, anchovies and walnuts come together in an umami-rich dressing for this crisp roasted cabbage.