From the time it starts to heat up to the last legs of the summer season, there are some foods that we just begin to crave. Maybe it’s because they’re at their peak right now or maybe they remind us of backyard grilling and entertaining in the sunshine. So whether you’re looking for something to cool you down or to fill you up, these local dishes will fit perfectly into your summer schedule. From hot dogs to ice cream to watermelon, these are the summer foods that we can’t get enough of.
ICE BOX LEMON
Mayday Ice Cream
Let’s start with perhaps the most important summer food staple of all – ice cream. And when we’re on the lookout for ice cream, nothing serves us better than a scoop (or two) of the Ice Box Lemon. Deliciously creamy with a hint of a lemony tartness, a cone is sure to cool you off.
www.maydayicecream.com
KEY LIME PIE
Sunset Grille
At the peak of their season, Key Limes are always a star – especially here in the Sunshine State. So one of our summer dessert cravings is Key Lime Pie. Light, airy, creamy, chilly, and tangy, this dish stands out among pies (that are typically warm and cozy desserts).
www.sunsetgrillea1a.com
KING STREET CLASSIC BURGER
123 Burger House
Take a second to close your eyes and imagine the peaceful, familiar sights and sounds of mid-summer backyard parties. The centerpiece of such an event is always the grill, and the grill is always full of burgers. When we want a good burger, we can’t go wrong with the classic at 123 Burger House.
www.onetwentythreeburgerhouse.com
WATERMELON SALAD
Cap’s on the Water
There’s nothing quite like a perfectly sweet slice of watermelon making your hands and face sticky as you sit on the beach. But there are plenty of ways for watermelon to be more than just an afternoon snack – like the Watermelon Salad at Cap’s on the Water. Watermelon is served with Heirloom tomatoes, Haloumi cheese, and spiced pecans.
www.capsonthewater.com
CHILI DAWG
Brewz N Dawgs
While we’re thinking backyard summer barbecues, you can’t ignore the hotdog. It usually plays second fiddle to the burgers on the grill, but it will always have a place in our hearts. Try this 100% beef dog topped with an organic three-bean chili and shredded cheddar cheese on a garlic butter toasted bun.
www.brewzndawgz.com
GAZPACHO ANDALUCIA
Columbia Restaurant
When the weather outside is pushing 100 degrees, the last thing on our minds is soup. But luckily, gazpacho is here to save the day. The Gazpacho Andalucia is chilled pureed tomatoes (perfectly in season), green peppers, onions, garlic, and cucumbers. Ahhh, refreshing.
www.columbiarestaurant.com
MAINE LOBSTER ROLL
Prohibition Kitchen
Fresh and light and reminiscent of sunshine and salt air, summer is the perfect time to enjoy a lobster roll. Prohibition Kitchen’s roll is utterly classic – fresh Maine lobster with Old Bay seasoning, mayo, chervil, and celery for crunch. All that deliciousness is served on a toasted white roll.
www.pkstaug.com
BOCA STYLE SHACK FISH
Salt Life Food Shack
In a beach town full of fresh seafood experts, it’s hard to choose just one delectably summery seafood preparation. We’re pretty partial to the flavors in this Boca-style fresh catch. It starts by breading whatever fish is fresh off the boat that day, topping it with avocado, tomato, and a key lime drizzle, and serving it over tropical fried rice.
www.saltlifefoodshack.com
SUMMER BABE
The Floridian
Soft summer evenings are an ideal time to sip on a deliciously fruity and fresh cocktail. The Summer Babe at the Floridian starts with St. Augustine Distillery vodka mixed with rhubarb citrus cordial, Cocchi Bianco, Aperol, lemon, ginger syrup, and finished with lavender bitters.
www.thefloridianstaug.com
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