Within the Could journal problem of Bon Appétit, we’re exploring the intersection of meals and artwork. Meals evokes artwork—like this opulent Loewe clutch designed to resemble a tomato and this cutlery that’s virtually too stunning to make use of—and naturally, the inverse can be true: Artwork evokes meals.

As such, our check kitchen was tasked with creating recipes that mirror work. For instance, these Inexperienced Falafel Smash Burgers had been sparked by Helen Frankenthaler’s Summer time View. Two herby chickpea patties are stacked with lettuce, cucumbers, and a beneficiant swoosh of harissa mayo. And this vibrant Neapolitan Cake is an ode to Wayne Thiebaud’s iconic Cake Slice. The distinct layers are flavored with freeze-dried strawberries, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract.

Should you’re in want of contemporary weeknight-friendly recipes, your search ends right here. Attempt these spring-forward Shrimp and Pea Pancakes and this vegetarian chowder. Starring cauliflower and potatoes, plus a flourish of Outdated Bay oyster crackers, you received’t be lacking the clams. Hold studying for all of the recipes from our Could problem.

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