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Forks & Vines

I’m Luca, the writer behind Forks and Vines, and I am so glad you are here. I have a passion for food, wine, travel, reading and a love for writing. It brings me so much joy to share my recipes, travel finds, and whatever else life throws my way with y’all. I’m a UT Austin alum (hook ’em!) and currently live in the south of France with my family.

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What’s New

Full dive into the Veuve Clicquot aromatics tour, add this to your bucket list!

Looking for a place to stay in Aix-en-Provence? I’ve got you covered with the perfect spot.

Cucumber ‘sushi’ boats — the easiest at home lunch to kill that sushi craving.

Community Favorite Recipes

Peach 🍑 & Brie Grilled Cheese

Fresh peaches, creamy brie – the perfect summertime comfort sandwich!

“Everything” Avocado Cucumber Salad

The added everything bagel seasoning, coconut aminos and ginger make this a delicous summer sald!

Pineapple Teriyaki Shrimp

Sweet honey teriyaki sauce coats shrimp topped with caramelized onions and pineapple – easy and flavor packed!

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You guys. These pancakes are Greek yogurt based and have no added sugar. They’re fluffy & golden, sweetened by banana & pretty customizable to your preferences 🥞 💥 today was a good food day in Crete 🤩 Greece eats part 2 🇬🇷 photos from last weeks food tour in Athens 🇬🇷 Leek & mushroom fried rice - a super easy & incredibly delicious take on the classic dish 🖤 recipe link in bio! Miso chili crunch salmon bowls 🤩 Still waiting for cooler weather but it’s officially October so I am ready for the fall recipes 🧡 Fennel is in season and the perfect add to a classic pesto pasta bringing extra comforting flavor without being overpowering. It pairs perfectly with sausage and oregano which are both thoughtfully added to this recipe for a perfectly balanced and comforting flavor 😋 incredibly simple strawberry banana oatmeal bars, they are quick, nutritious and easy for on the go breakfast or snacks for both you and kids alike 🙂 favorite eats from the last month of travels around France & Latvia ~ have a few weeks of down time coming up which is always so nice after being on the go! Here’s to hoping there’s some time to develop a few recipes 😊