Melon Salad with Sweet Wine and Lemon

Farmers' markets overflow with a variety of sweet, flavorful melons in the summer— seek out the season’s sweetest for this refreshing take on fruit salad. (By Kate Ramos)

Femme Fatale Punch

Don’t be fooled by its ladylike looks—this one carries a punch. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Plum Blossom Cocktail

As pretty as it is tasty, this drink combines Aperol, plums, and sparkling wine. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Almost Summer Pudding

The season’s first berries mix with liqueur and brioche in this simple spring dessert. (By Kate Ramos)

Scarlet Harlot

Fresh cherry juice and brandy make perfect tail companions. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Vietnamese-Style Summer Rolls with Peanut Sauce

Fresh, summery ingredients in a neatly wrapped package. (By Regan Burns)

Lambic Sangría

A fruity, beer-based sangría with raspberries and orange. (By Kate Ramos)

Cuban Green Salad with Avocados

Green salad gets some Cuban flair with the addition of avocados, tomatoes, and black beans. (By Randy Zweiban)

Zucchini Carpaccio with Feta and Pine Nuts

A beautiful way to use up summer squash. (By Kate Ramos)

Pasta Salad with Spinach, Olives, and Mozzarella

Simple, healthy, and perfect for lunch or a light dinner. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Chicken with Goat Cheese and Figs

Served with a port reduction sauce. (By Luke Knowland)

Mixed Berry Shortcakes with Whipped Cream

Sweet berries shine in summer's favorite dessert. (By Kate Ramos)

Lattice Cherry Pie

The iconic cherry pie with a lattice crust —all that’s missing is a scoop of ice cream. (By Kate Ramos)

Baby Arugula Salad with Nectarines and Toasted Hazelnuts

Substitute seasonal ingredients for a salad that’s great year-round. (By Luke Knowland)

Bellini

Named for the Venetian painter Giovanni Bellini, this tail was created at Harry’s Bar in Venice in 1948. (By Rob Chirico)