Roasted garlic keeps well in the refrigerator, so double or triple this recipe. It’s an effortless way to add flavor to salads, dressings...

While we are big fans of good-quality prepared mayonnaise like Hellmann’s, there is nothing like the fresh, delicate flavor of homemade. ...

Yes, it’s extravagant, but what are vacations for? When Debra rented a summer house in the Hamptons, this was one of her entertaining hit...

Crème fraîche is one of those staple ingredients we reach for without a thought when we’re home, but can rarely find outside specialty st...

Use in a lively vinaigrette for Fancy Sweet Corn and Lobster Salad or Aux Délices Signature Orzo Salad.

An array of bright flavors end bright colors-the sunny yellow of the corn, the rich red of the lobster meat, and the vibrant green of the...

This salad is one of Debra’s best-sellers at her shop, and so many of her customers have asked for the recipe that she promised to includ...

This rub works best on meaty fish like salmon, tuna, and swordfish.

The refreshing flavors of Asia are always a good choice in warmer weather, and this easy marinade packs a bracing punch. While it isn’t n...

The mint syrup is a sweet and refreshing balance to the tart lemons.

Try using the syrup as a sweetener in iced tea or as a replacement for sugar in lemonade; the liquid sugar dissolves instantly in cold li...

The clean, revitalizing flavor of lime is a nice alternative to the more traditional lemonade.

Ripe summer fruits, simply pureed and mixed with seltzer, make delicious, naturally sweet summer drinks. We’ve suggested some of our favo...

This classic dates back to Paris in the 1920s and it finally found its way to New York in 1933 when its originator, Pete Petiot, began wo...

On a hot summer’s evening, martini lovers will appreciate this refreshing variation on the classic. To get an icy cold drink, shake the c...

Geralyn and her husband were inspired to make this delicious concoction after they tried it at a favorite bistro in SoHo called L’Orange ...

Even if your summer house is an urban rooftop, don’t despair. Mix up a batch of these, slip on your flip-flops, and crank up the Calypso ...

The margarita is a bartender’s ode to summer. Mix up a big pitcher, add a porch, a sunset, and Deb’s Best-Ever Guacamole, and you can sav...

Guacamole is one of summer’s quintessential pleasures. After experimenting with a few recipes, this fairly classic version turned out to ...

This delicious aperitif, inspired by the signature Verbena Royale cocktail at Manhattan’s Verbena Restaurant, calls for Lillet Blanc, a b...

The ultimate in cocktail nibbles, these nuts can be made ahead and stored in a tightly sealed plastic container. At cocktail time you’ll ...

A “flavor sponge,” eggplant melds perfectly with any ingredients you pair with it. This recipe is truly Provençal-a few olives, a sprinkl...

This distinctive variation on the standard tomato and basil version is one of the best ways we know to use all of those extra beefsteak t...

We love this goat cheese spread smeared on almost any kind of bread that’s been stuffed with leftover grilled veggies or sliced roast bee...

Can’t pass up these inexpensive beauties, found in overwhelming quantities at every farm stand come mid-July? As an alternative to throwi...

Use any good-quality olives from the Mediterranean for this spread. At Graham’s, Geralyn’s restaurant in Saratoga Springs, New York, they...

The smell of fresh herbs at the outdoor market—or better yet, in your own herb garden—is one of summer’s great joys. Combine your favorit...

Look like a pro without spending a lot of time in the kitchen with these pretty rosemary-skewered hors d’oeuvres. They have never failed ...

Any of our summer sojourns to the coast absolutely require a trip to the local lobster pound for a traditional home-cooked lobster feast....

This traditional French sauce is really just a souped-up tartar that also makes a nice dressing for cold poached lobster, shrimp, or beef...

You’re the only one who needs to know that this impressive, restaurant-quality canape takes only 5 minutes to make. The tartare can be se...

This healthy, sweet soup wins our vote for favorite take-to-the-beach lunch. The added plus is its versatility: Serve any leftovers the n...

We’ve served this versatile treat for breakfast with milk and fresh fruit, packed it to go for a midafternoon snack, and sprinkled it ove...

There are different philosophies on gazpacho. Debra prefers the slightly chunky version you get using a food processor, while Geralyn likes a thick soup with finer vegetable bits (throw everything in a blender and pulse). Whichever you prefer, ladle this spicy, healthy soup into a thermos for easy toting to your favorite picnic spot. For fancier occasions, we add three or four large cooked shrimp to each serving.

New Jersey is known for its horse country and hunt meets. Both of us loved to go each year, and the extravagant tailgating parties were a...

The French love their mustards, and they make them in a wide variety of flavors. One of our favorites is a red pepper and tarragon blend,...

A hands-down winner at picnics and barbecues, this Greek-inspired pasta salad is tangy and full of clean flavor. It tastes even better se...

This pretty salad gets its Nicoise name from the preparations favored in the South of France, which typically include green beans, tomato...

When it comes to classic recipes, you can't go wrong with this Picnic Basket Fried Chicken! This old-fashioned recipe is just like the one Grandma would make. This recipe uses only six ingredients and uses buttermilk to get get that delicious and crisp flavor that simply cannot be compared. This recipe is also hearty and delicious, and will taste great when served on the dinner table or in a picnic.

Because salmon is a sturdy, steak-like fish that retains its pretty color and flavor at room temperature, it’s the ideal choice for an al...