Riley Ziesig is an analog and digital photographer, videographer and talented musician. I was lucky enough to be introduced to him by my friend Skye. He brought over a couple bottles of red wine, a macro lens and instant film; I put together a fun menu for all of us to enjoy that sunny winter afternoon.

It was fun to make these bountiful mezze platters and I even smashed a pumpkin from the top of a step ladder! Click through for the recipes and details on how I adapted each one.

The Menu & Photos

• Crudites with Candied Lemon Labneh
• Flakey Bread, Bon Appetit
• Crushed Cucumber Lime Pickle, Bon Appetit
• Smashed Roasted Pumpkin
• Lamb with Pistachio Tapanade, Smitten Kitchen
• Chocolate Bark with Dried Fruit, Martha Stewart

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