Remember those thumbprint cookies your grandma use to make? They were the perfect spot-of-jam delivery system. These little darlings are no different. Well, a little different…

This classy little number shamelessly flaunts its herbal notes, making it as suave and cosmopolitan as far more complicated, not to mention classic, cocktails.

Taken neat, on the rocks, or with a stealth shot of tequila, we think you’ll find no fault with this drink that’s designed for the dog days of summer.

Meet the Queen of Tarts, with a throne of crushed cookies, a cloak of ever-so-slightly sweetened mascarpone, and a tiara of sliced strawberries.

Simultaneously crispy and chewy and silken, these flourless French indulgences make us swoon each and every time without fail.

This classic Moghul recipe is teeming with lamb and spinach. Lovely with Indian breads or rice or both, it’s a little bit of India brought to your home.

Butternut squash, red onion, and Parmesan cheese make this tart sing–okay, not literally, but it may make you hum a happy little ditty. Ideal for entertaining.

Need an instant something-to-go-with-your-espresso fix? These come together in less than an hour.

Buttery shortbreads take on an Asian accent—and an absolutely unforgettable appearance—with the addition of matcha powder.

These sophisticated shortbread are gilded with sweet butter, vanilla, and fleur de sel. Most excellent holiday gifts.