Aarti Sequiera creates light, fresh dishes for warm days, when the cookin' is easy!

Aarti Sequeira packs a picnic that is perfect with a side of sunshine and good company. Her Banh Mi Wraps are filled with grilled pork loin, pickled carrots, and fresh cilantro and mint. On the side, her Newspaper Nuts have toasty peanuts, chopped pecans and shredded coconut, all dusted with warm Indian spices for an addictive on-the-go snack. Finally, a little something exotic to sip on as you take in the sunshine: Aarti's Thai Agua Fresca, is a lightly sweet, very refreshing blend of lychee, coconut water and lemongrass.

Aarti Sequeira brings two of her favorite cuisines together in one meal: Italian and Indian! Her Caprese Salad with Roasted Mango Dressing is a fun new twist on an old favorite, while Meatball Curry takes a traditional Indian dish and jazzes it up with bite-sized meatballs. For dessert, a Bedouin Affogato pairs cardamom-scented espresso with vanilla ice cream, fresh whipped cream, and a sprinkle of chocolate-dipped cookies.

Aarti Sequeira makes fresh cheese in 30 minutes, with 2 everyday ingredients.

Aarti Sequeira whips up a meal with satisfying flavors and a humble price tag. Her Lebanese Lentils, Rice & Caramelized Onions is a hearty crowd-pleaser, perfect alongside two fresh-tasting salads. The first is Aarti's Roasted Eggplant Salad, served cool with a yogurt dressing, and the second is an Orange and Grapefruit Salad with Coriander and Black Olives. With such and affordable menu, a nice glass of Zinfandel wine is a welcome addition to the meal.

Aarti Sequeira grills up Old-Fashioned Burgers, with meaty patties stacked high with cheddar cheese, lettuce and tomato.

Aarti Sequeira makes a couple dishes she grew up with, and another she invented as an adult. Kheema is a traditional ground beef dish simmered with sweet peas and chopped tomatoes. The flavors will soothe your soul and satisfy your belly. One the side, sauteed Summer Squash are bathed in Turmeric Butter with toasted hazelnuts and a drizzle of honey. Finally, whether you're a kid or a kid at heart, Aarti's ice cream sundae with Homemade "Magic" Chocolate Sauce will make you grin from ear to ear.

Aarti Sequeira is firing up the grill to serve sweet temptation ribs to a group of her friends.

Aarti Sequeira pays tribute to the wonder of things that come in small packages. Her Smoky Spinach Artichoke Dip is comforting and rich, bubbling with three cheeses and a pinch of citrusy coriander. Next, her Lasagna Cupcakes are filled with chicken sausage, tomato sauce and a creamy ricotta-mango filling. Finally, Aarti's Blackberry-Ginger Clafouti is an elegant baked custard studded with juicy blackberries. Finished off with a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon wine, this meal nearly as good as having a bun in the oven!