What to cook in June: Market-to-table recipes that nail 'the Martha Stewart aesthetic'
This summer’s big trend calls for fresh produce hauls and colourful dishes — without breaking the bank

Searches for the "Martha Stewart aesthetic" are up 2,899% on Pinterest, alongside rising interest in "garden to table" and "fresh summer" recipes. If you're dreaming of a Martha Girl Summer, this list is your guide to easy, beautiful market-to-table meals.
Whether you're bringing home bundles of asparagus or pints of strawberries, we've got plenty of ideas for turning your haul into something delicious — including cost-saving recipes that blend pantry staples with what's in season now. And if you end up with extra, homemade preserves are an easy, budget-friendly way to make your produce last — and a great weekend activity to do with friends.
If you're hosting during this fruit-forward month, focusing on seasonal ingredients instantly gets you that Martha aura. Consider our rhubarb shrub martini, which is light, tangy and a little unexpected. For dessert, leave lots of room! A trendy cake grazing board might be ideal when there are this many gorgeous strawberry and rhubarb treats to choose from. Or keep it very simple and crowd-pleasing with Lidia Bastianich's no-bake berry tiramisu — it never misses.
Vegan kurma is packed with spring vegetables

Asparagus, prosciutto and parmesan turnovers

Asparagus, leek and chickpea salad

Cheesy zucchini-wrapped koftas



Grilled radicchio salad with tahini and chive dressing


Chopped salad with tofu and sesame dressing




Strawberry cardamom yogurt cake

Strawberry rhubarb custard tart


Strawberry shortcake drop scones


Cardamom strawberry country slab pie
