Summer

Master the classic highball cocktail using these 11 easy, refreshing recipes.

They're the perfect sides and mains for summer.

Don’t be surprised at how quickly this olive oil and cornmeal-enriched sheet cake will disappear.

After nine tries (and so. much. cake.), we’re really sure it’s good.

Put them on repeat all season long.

For when you and hot dogs are on a break. You didn't break up, you're just seeing other people.

As if grilled squid that's tender in the middle and charred on the exterior weren't good enough, we're pairing it with smoky bell peppers and a lemony herb salad.

When it comes to grilling chicken breasts, it's skin-on, bone-in all the way. The meat stays juicier, and you get the bonus of crispy skin.

There’s only a kiss of honey in the vinaigrette, but it’s an essential player. With all the briny flavors from fish and the capers, you need a touch of sweetness for balance.

Red, juicy, and sweet, tomatoes and watermelon are soul mates, and they both need salt, spice, and fat to reach their full potential.

If you can learn how to cook a whole fish, you'll have summer's most impressive dinner in your back pocket.

In this unexpected take on panzanella, chunks of ripe melon take the place of tomatoes. But the unexpected star is the brine from the Peppadew peppers: Spicy, sweet, and tart, it combines with the melon's juices and soaks into the toasted bread.

Perfect as either a side salad or a cocktail hour snack platter, you’re going to want to keep serving this mix of complementary sweet and salty and crunchy and soft bites all summer long.

Say it with us: No more squishy, bland summer squash!

Salty and sweet, crunchy and juicy, this throw-it-together summer side has it all.

Flank steak is flavorful but quite lean. To make sure it's as tender and juicy as possible, be careful not to overcook it (medium-rare is best) and be absolutely certain you’re slicing against the grain.

In search of an alternative to the mac and cheese her kids insist on, Deb Perelman found inspiration in an iconic Italian dish.

We nearly lost our minds over palapa. It's an insanely flavorful condiment made from toasted grated fresh coconut and tons of aromatics that can be a topping for any grilled or roasted protein. 

Shrimp, unlike chicken or steak, can take on the flavors of a bright, acidic marinade in minutes, making it a good choice for last-minute grilling.

Just the side your barbecue ribs are looking for, this all-green salad gets a kick from serrano, ginger, and just a hint of fish sauce.

If you can't find yu choy, a slightly bitter green in the brassica family that's often available at Asian markets, don't be discouraged: The fiery sate oil complements any grilled vegetable.

Don't be intimidated by the slices of jalapeños: The fire of the grill mellows their heat. If you're a real spice-seeker, you can even leave some of them raw.

We always seek out dry scallops, which will sear and caramelize better. Ask your fishmonger before you buy—it really makes a difference.

Don’t worry about removing all of the melon seeds in this take on the popular Mexican street snack—they’re edible and add a little crunch.