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14 Fresh Dinner Ideas — Bibimbap, Sweet Tater Tacos, & More
Plus even more dinner ideas!
Rhys Lawson
September 07, 2025
This week’s menu brings together bold global flavors, hearty classics, and comforting bowls made for late summer nights.
…and plenty more — from cozy soups and spiced chilis to saucy pastas, seafood favorites, and golden fried comfort dishes.
Perfect for mixing up your weeknights with a balance of vibrant, fresh flavors and rich, satisfying meals.
Hope you enjoy! — Rhys
14 Fresh Dinner Ideas — Bibimbap, Sweet Tater Tacos, & More
1. Korean Bibimbap
Mixed rice bowl with beef and vegetables.
 | Korean Fried Chicken Bibimbap by Bao kimchi, pickled cucumber, scallions, a fried egg, and sesame seeds (medium spice) |
2. Sweet Potato & Black Bean Tacos
Plant-based tacos with avocado crema.
 | SWEET POTATO & BLACK BEAN by Ta Co. Crispy sweet potato, black beans, roasted corn, onion, & poblano pepper mix, jack cheese blend, and ancho Chipotle sauce on a soft flour tortilla |
3. Mediterranean Falafel Bowls
Crispy falafel served with hummus and pita.
 | Falafel Bowl by Zullee Mediterranean Grill Base of homemade hummus, romaine lettuce, your choice of grain, red cabbage, carrots topped with fresh tomato, English cucumber and with falafel |
4. Wild Mushroom Risotto
Arborio rice stirred with earthy mushrooms and parmesan.
 | Wild Mushroom Risotto by Porto Leggero Wild mushroom risotto and asparagus, topped with crispy zucchini, finished in a cream and truffle oil. |
5. Paneer Butter Masala
Indian vegetarian curry with paneer in spiced tomato sauce.
 | Paneer Butter Masala by Sula Indian Restaurant, Commercial Drive Gluten Free! Serve with naan |
6. Thai Green Curry Chicken
Coconut milk curry with chicken, basil, and veggies.
 | Geang Kiew Wan - Gai by Sookjai Thai Restaurant Coconut milk in a spicy Thai green curry sauce with chicken, bamboo shoots and peppers. Flavoured with fresh Thai basil. |
7. Rustic Lentil Soup
Earthy lentils simmered with carrots, celery, and spices.
 | ZUPPA DI LENTICCHIE CON SALSICCIA DI CINGHIALE E PATATE by Osteria 177 Special rustic lentil soup with potato and wild boar sausages |
8. Spicy Chili con Carne
Beef and beans simmered with spices and peppers.
 | Chili Con Carne by Gallo's Mexican Restaurant Warm up your senses with our hearty Chili Con Carne, a robust blend of slow-cooked beef simmered in a rich, spicy tomato sauce. |
9. Mediterranean Baked Cod
White fish roasted with tomatoes, olives, and fresh herbs.
 | Filet of Basa Calabrese by Villa Italia Restaurant & Bar White fish with artichokes, olives, capers, roasted peppers, tomato |
10. Rigatoni with Sausage Ragu
Pasta tossed with hearty tomato-sausage sauce.
 | Rigatoni with Sausage by Cafe Silvium Spiced with sausage and spiked with vodka. |
11. Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo
Creamy Alfredo pasta tossed with juicy shrimp.
 | Seafood Fettuccine Alfredo by Firetap Alehouse Dive into a sea of flavors with our Seafood Fettuccine Alfredo, featuring shrimp, clams, and halibut in a luscious creamy sauce. |
12. Sesame Crusted Tuna Steaks
Seared tuna finished with soy-ginger drizzle.
 | everything crusted ahi by C Level Lounge black rice, pineapple salsa, soy-ginger reduction, wasabi, pickled ginger |
13. Crispy Pork Schnitzel
Breaded cutlets fried golden brown, finished with lemon.
 | Crispy Pork Schnitzel by The Front Room Red wine braised cabbage, crispy potato, mustard cream sauce |
14. Korean Bulgogi Beef
Thinly sliced marinated beef grilled and served with rice.
 | Beef Bulgogi by James' Home Kitchen Savor the rich, savory flavors of our Beef Bulgogi, featuring tender marinated beef grilled to perfection and served with a delightful blend of caramelized vegetables. |
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Check out my previous dinner ideas! There’s everything from buddha bowls to tropical tacos.
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