Life At The Table Recipes
Recipes, cooking tips, and culinary know-how from Chef Sandra Lewis.
Here you’ll find approachable recipes and practical techniques so you can be fearless in the kitchen.
Research shows that people who cook and spend time at the table are healthier and happier at home and work.
We wish you loads of delicious and soul-satisfying time at the table.
Cook. Converse. Create community.
Cajun Shrimp and Grits
Parmesan Grits (Polenta)
I say grits, you say polenta. That's because I'm a southerner. I would say polenta if I were lucky enough to have Italian blood coursing through my veins. But is it really that simple? Are both of these dishes essentially the same? Can you use the same grain to make...
Juniper Berry Crusted Roasted Pork Tenderloin
Paella Recipe and Cooking Tips
Goat Cheese and Pistachio Salad
Four Tips to Pick the Best Watermelon
Butternut Squash: A Vitamin Powerhouse
Butternut squash is an easy and delicious way to pack a ton of vitamins into a small package. Learn more about this vitamin powerhouse!
A Big Bowl Of Goodness: Butternut Squash Soup
What’s For Dinner? The Most Important Question
The Most Important Question You Ask Every Day What’s the most important question you ask every day? Is it deciding your life’s purpose? Is it checking off your to-do list? The answer is more simple than either of these. The most important question you ask and...
Easy Homemade Granola with Maple Syrup
About Me
Welcome! I’m Chef Sandra Lewis, and I believe cooking is more than just making dinner—it’s a powerful recipe for better health, stronger teams, and a more joyful life. As a trained chef and culinary medicine expert, I create crave-worthy recipes and interactive culinary experiences that nourish the body and spark real connection. From employee wellness workshops to culinary team-building adventures, everything I do is designed to bring people back to the table—where community begins. Be sure to browse my ever-growing collection of flavorful recipes. Come back often as there's always something new simmering.
A Savory Moment by Life At The Table
- Cider-Glazed Turkey Meatballs With Apples
- Chiles Rellenos Casserole: All That Flavor, None of the Fuss
- Make Your Own Mexican Chorizo (No Sausage Stuffer Required)
- Caprese-Style Sheet Pan Chicken
- Watermelon and Feta Salad: Sweet, Salty, and a Little Bit Unexpected
- Maryland Succotash: A Simple Side Dish with Chesapeake Charm
- Grilled Peaches: The Sweetest Thing You’ll Put on Your Grill All Summer
- Bourbon Sauce: The Southern Finishing Touch Your Desserts Deserve
- Grilled Baby Bok Choy
- Raspberry Lemon Scones
Top 10 Fruits and Vegetables for Weeknight Cooking
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