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Feel free to adapt this fruit salad as the seasons change; aim for a mix of juicy fruit (like melon), stone fruit, and berries.

When you toss hot clams right off the grill with some flavored butter, the butter melts and mingles with the clam liquor, creating an irresistible combination.

Cooking lobster entirely on the grill ensures that no water gets inside the shell, which means you’ll get more concentrated lobster flavor.

This sauce gives a bright finish to any flame-kissed fillet or crustacean.

This is also delicious with pretty spring onions; increase cooking time to 6 or 8 minutes.

Grilling the jalapeño adds a bit of smokiness to this spicy bright sauce.

Somewhere between a condiment and a side; this would be great spooned right onto a burger.

Pour in the root beer slowly, allowing it to cascade over the ice cream, then top off until the glass is full.

Choose scallops that are “dry” (not stored in liquid preservatives). Larger is better; small ones could overcook before browning. Make sure to coat them thoroughly in oil before grilling so they don’t stick to the grate.

Chill glasses in the freezer for 5–10 minutes to keep the ice cream from melting into the ginger beer too quickly.

When you toss hot clams right off the grill with some flavored butter, the butter melts and mingles with the clam liquor, creating an irresistible combination.

In case of sunshine and happiness, make this colorful ice cream float! Spiking it with some booze makes it even tastier.

When buying squid, order a mix of bodies and tentacles for different textures and visuals, and ask your fishmonger to clean it, if it’s not already.

To guarantee perfect scoops, temper your ice cream on the counter for 5–10 minutes.

Pour in the soda slowly, allowing it to cascade over the ice cream, then top off until the glass is full.

Who doesn’t love a wedge? Ask your butcher to cut slab bacon into thick slices (about ¼") to yield nice meaty pieces once they’re crisped on the grill.

Because it’s so delicate, the flesh can break down when marinated first, sometimes causing the fish to fall apart. A post-grill bath delivers flavor without compromising texture. Learn how it's done here.

To clean mushrooms, use a slightly damp paper towel or soft brush to remove any dirt or grit, then trim the stem end.

Who doesn't want to cook faster? We could all use a little more time in the kitchen—these hacks make quick work of dinner.

Our favorite Bloody Mary is an instant classic. Great-quality tomato juice, bright lemon juice, savory Worcestershire, and a tangy hot sauce deliver on all fronts.

Customize this chai recipe blend by adding a crushed cinnamon stick or big pinch of grated fresh ginger to the first step.

The best reward for walloping a bag of ice is this drink—it’s like a grown-up snow cone.

Okay, fine, you’ve never heard of baobab—but that’s about to change. (Remember when no one knew how to pronounce quinoa?) You’ll find the powder from the tangy superfruit stocked at the health food store.

The tangy dipping sauce is great with pretty much any grilled meat. Keep it on heavy rotation this summer.