Two-ingredient ‘creamed’ corn.

Here’s the simplest, best way to enjoy summer sweet corn: grated off the cob and cooked briefly with plenty of butter. Great with grilled meats; it’s been our summer go-to side dish. Get the recipe!

Cool white gazpacho.

White gazpacho? You bet. It’s as traditional in Spain as the bright red, tomato-based version. Cool and smooth but with big flavor, this summer soup is a real winner. Give it a try! View the recipe.

Grilled pepper and egg sandwich.

If I had one last meal on Earth, this might be it: a simple, summery grilled sandwich with bell pepper, egg, cheese. Try this recipe; you’ll be grilling these babies up all summer long. Get the recipe!

Strawberry vinegar shrub.

We’ve named this cocktail Another Shrubbery, ’cause it’s made with strawberry shrub (and gin!). Say it with your best Monty Python accent. Here’s how to make a fruit shrub and fantastic cocktails with it.

Strawberries with creme fraiche and brown sugar.

The Easiest. Dessert. Recipe. Ever. Fresh strawberries, creme fraiche, brown sugar. Do this immediately, while strawberries are in season. Get the recipe.

Quick pickled strawberries.

These pickled strawberries are surprisingly delicious: bright, tangy, flavored with anise and black pepper. Perfect on a cheese plate. Get the recipe.