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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 Best Moist Chocolate Cake from Scratch (with Coffee)
    • Gooey Chocolate Brownies (with Frosting)
    • How to Make Perfect T-Bone Steaks on the Grill
    • Aglio e Olio (Pasta without Sauce)
    • Pasta from 'The Bear' (Spaghetti Pomodoro)
    • Awesome Dipping Sauces for Sweet Potato Fries (and Fry Recipe)
    • The Absolute Best Manhattan Recipe

    The Latest Recipes

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

    • Easy Classic Grapefruit Palomas
    • Mojito Mocktail (Non-Alcoholic)
    • Mimosa Mocktail (Non-Alcoholic)
    • Virgin Pina Colada (Mocktail)
    • Soy-Marinated Flank Steak
    • What is Denver Steak? (+ Recipe)
    • Creamy Vegetable Pasta with Toasted Hazelnuts
    • The Ultimate Steak Sandwich

    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.

    • Caprese Salad
    • Pasta al Pesto (Pesto Pasta)
    • Naked and Famous Cocktail
    • White Wine Mussels Recipe
    • Cream of Mushroom Soup with Parmesan and Seared Shiitakes
    • Sidecar Cocktail
    • French Martini
    • How to Cook a Tomahawk Steak

    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!).

    • Roasted Radishes
    • 19 Delicious Easter Recipes To Try this Weekend
    • Classic Egg Salad Sandwich
    • Asparagus Pasta with Lemon and Mint

    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!

    • 35 Gourmet Brunch Recipes For Mother's Day
    • The Perfect Grilled Ribeye Steak
    • Grilled Chicken Thighs
    • Easy Classic Pesto

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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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