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    The Gourmet Bon Vivant

    At the Gourmet Bon Vivant, we make restaurant-worthy meals from the comfort of home. These recipes will hopefully challenge and inspire you, not to mention impress all your friends when you throw fabulous dinner parties. And of course, they taste amazing! Our current favs can be found below.

    Trending Recipes

    You voted, and the results are in. These are the top recipes from The Gourmet Bon Vivant in the last month!

    • Lobster Ravioli Sauce
    • The Absolute Best Manhattan Recipe
    • How to Make Perfect T-Bone Steaks on the Grill
    • Pasta from 'The Bear' (Spaghetti Pomodoro)
    • Awesome Dipping Sauces for Sweet Potato Fries (and Fry Recipe)
    • Braised Beef (with Red Wine)
    • Lobster Pasta with Champagne Cream Sauce
    • The Best Moist Chocolate Cake from Scratch (with Coffee)

    The Latest Recipes

    The latest and greatest recipes to come out of our kitchen.

    • Classic Egg Salad Sandwich
    • Cream of Mushroom Soup with Parmesan and Seared Shiitakes
    • Asparagus Pasta with Lemon and Mint
    • Sidecar Cocktail
    • Asparagus Soup with Brie Croutons
    • Recipes to Get you Through the End of Winter
    • French Martini
    • Are Cocktails the New Wine? How to Pair your Favorites at Your Next Dinner Party

    Date Night In

    Celebrating a special occasion? Just want a cozy night in? These recipes will impress whomever you're cooking for and definitely set the mood.

    • How to Cook a Tomahawk Steak
    • Date-Night In: 15 Romantic Meals for Valentine's Day
    • The Easiest Filet Mignon Recipe
    • Eggs Benedict: Step-by-Step
    • Espresso Martini
    • Tagliatelle Carbonara
    • Braised Beef Short Ribs
    • Seared Ahi Tuna with Sesame Crust

    See more date night recipes →

    Spring has Sprung!

    Grab the nearest in-season produce, and let's hit the kitchen (and the al fresco dining!).

    • Poké Bowl (with Spicy Mayo)
    • Seared Scallops with Lemon Butter and Capers
    • Apple and Blueberry Crumble
    • How to Cook Amazing Steak in a Cast Iron Skillet

    See more spring recipes →

    Meals for Entertaining

    Blow everyone out of the water at your next dinner party with these stand-out plates. They bring both the style and the flavor!

    • Braised Beef (with Red Wine)
    • Fresh Oysters with Simple Champagne and Blood Orange Mignonette
    • Creamy Brie Mac and Cheese

    See more recipes for entertaining →

    Hand-Crafted Cocktails

    The cocktail is making a big comeback. Whether you're looking for the classics, or a fun new twist (smoke! fire! garnish!) you'll find it here.

    • 11 Classic Cocktails All Home Bartenders Should Know
    • The Last Word Cocktail
    • Fresh and Fruity White Sangria
    • 17 Cocktails to Try this Valentine's Day

    See more cocktail recipes →

    Pick Your Protein

    What are you craving tonight? Oysters? T-bone steak? Roast ham? We've got you covered in all of the main protein categories (including some game meat!).

    • Beef
    • Seafood
    • Chicken
    • Pork

    Ready to Throw a Party?

    Let's face it, after being stuck alone, inside and without parties for two years; we're ready to get things started. Here are some ideas for your next soiree.

    • Appetizers
    • Cocktails
    • Entrees
    • Dessert

    Recently Updated

    We're always trying to improve things, so here are a few of our recently updated favorites!

    • Sheet Pan Gnocchi Carbonara with Brussels Sprouts
    • The Ultimate Guide to Oysters on the Half Shell
    • Baked Brie with Caramelized Onions, Balsamic Vinegar & Rosemary
    • The Classic Dry Martini

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    Hey, I'm Cara! I love good food, good cocktails and good wine. I created The Gourmet Bon Vivant as a way to share that passion with everyone! If you love culinary adventures in the kitchen with delicious results, you're in the right place.

    More about me →

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