Think chocolate fondue is out of place on a camping trip? Imagine a cozy evening with close friends around a campfire, a pot of hot chocolate sipping over smoldering coals. This dessert will be...
Recipes for a picnic outdoors
Jambalaya is a Creole dish from the US state of Louisiana, similar to pilaf. It's made with rice, meat, and vegetables. Unlike the traditional recipe, this jambalaya is baked in...
7 Elegant Ways to Serve Summer Drinks
Surprise your party guests with these unique touches (botanical motifs and rainbow ice) that will add a special touch to everyday drinks.
When heading out on a long journey or a picnic, there's no better snack than a mix of dried fruits and nuts: it's delicious, healthy, keeps well, and can be enjoyed on the go, and a small amount...
Juicy, ripe peaches are perfect not only for desserts but also for savory dishes, especially when grilled. Make a delicious and nutritious summer salad with grilled peaches...
These individual pizzas are made with the most delicious ingredients, which become even more delicious when combined! You don't need dough or an oven to make them. The base of the pizza is...
This Italian seafood pasta can be cooked entirely on the grill. First, grill the scallops and shrimp until they're half-cooked, giving them a wonderful campfire flavor. And...
This simple yet delicious potato salad is the perfect complement to grilled meats. It's quick to prepare and perfect for picnics and summer barbecues. Sliced boiled potatoes...
Give a traditional summer cucumber and tomato salad a Latin American twist by adding grilled corn to the vegetables. Its sweetness and smoky flavor complement the spicy peppers perfectly.
The Best and Worst Foods for a Summer Picnic
Picnics and barbecues are some of the best summer food-related activities. Learn how to enjoy them without compromising your health.
This Asian buckwheat soba noodle salad is quick and easy to make, yet the flavor is rich and complex. This is all thanks to the rice vinegar, honey, and soy sauce dressing...
Simple chicken salad recipes
Stuff chicken salad into a bun, wrap it in lettuce, or eat it with crackers. Either way, chicken salad is worth making. Why?
If you're planning a summer party, make a large batch of natural homemade lemonade, adding lemon slices for garnish. It's made with just water, lemons, and sugar. No added flavorings...
Replace traditional mustard and ketchup on your hot dog with an exotic pineapple relish, where the fruity sweetness harmoniously combines with the tartness of lime and the heat of jalapeño. Simmer...
Infuse grilled corn with Mediterranean flavor and prepare it Greek-style with fragrant oregano, mint, garlic, and crumbled feta. The grilled corn is brushed with yogurt...
Corn lovers will be even more delighted when you offer them grilled corn on the cob, tightly covered with pieces of crispy bacon - because with fried bacon, any food becomes more delicious!...
Grilled corn develops a richer flavor and summery aroma, but it's even more delicious topped with a fragrant butter. It's the perfect appetizer for grilling parties...
Next time you fire up the grill, throw a few avocado wedges on the grate. You'll be amazed at the wonderful, deep, smoky flavor they'll acquire. It's the perfect picnic appetizer, filling,...
Sweet potato wedges, grilled to delicious black grill marks, are much healthier than regular potatoes, make a great side dish for almost any meal, and can also be eaten on their own...
The meaty caps of shiitake mushrooms, with their rich flavor and flat shape, make an interesting alternative to beef patties in these miniature sandwiches. They also cook faster...
This vibrant summer salad is made with seasonal vegetables, fresh herbs, and grated cheese. It's perfect for picnics, as a hearty main dish, or as a side dish for grilled meats. To fill it up...
The patties for these delicious and healthy vegetarian burgers are made with a blend of fried mushrooms, walnuts, cooked quinoa, and sweet potatoes. Worcestershire sauce and smoked paprika...
A chili dog is a meat lover's dream. A fried sausage on a bun is topped with a generous portion of chili con carne (or simply chili), a Tex-Mex dish consisting of ground beef in a tomato sauce...
The Sonoran hot dog gets its name from the Mexican state of Sonora, where it was first prepared. It's a grilled sausage wrapped in crispy bacon, placed on...
The name of the dessert s'more translates from English as "a little more." This delicious combination of toasted marshmallows, chocolate, and cookies is hard to resist and hard to stop.
Want to entertain the kids at a picnic? Teach them how to make the classic American camping dessert, a s'more! A classic s'more is a sandwich made with toasted marshmallows and a square of melting chocolate, sandwiched between the two sides...
This bright and refreshing vegetable salad is perfect for summer. Green beans are mixed with green peas, celery, onions, and bell peppers, and marinated in a red wine...
Cooked spelt, ripe tomatoes, and plenty of fresh herbs make this Italian salad a delicious, filling, and healthy addition to your summer diet. Dress it with a balsamic vinaigrette...
If you're planning to grill real sausages at a picnic, instead of just throwing them on the grill, simmer them in beer and onions. The flavor is much richer and more interesting, and everything you need for...
Lowcountry boilie is a seafood and vegetable dish traditionally found in the American South, particularly the state of South Carolina (Lowcountry region). Boilie is typically cooked in a large pot in the backyard for a large gathering,...
Substitute fried Polish sausage for the regular sausage in this hot dog, top it with spicy grainy mustard, stout-caramelized onions, pickled bell peppers, and watercress, and enjoy...
Avocados are a fantastic ingredient for vibrant and eye-catching appetizers that are memorable not only for their flavor but also for their presentation, like these Mexican-inspired stuffed avocado halves.
Grilled avocado halves in a ginger-miso marinade are incredibly tender and rich in flavor. An outdoor grill with leftover barbecue coals is ideal for grilling. Green...
To give this chicken salad a wonderful summer flavor, you need a grill! Grilled chicken tenders and corn infuse the salad with delicious smoky notes. Toss them with chopped onions,...
Caprese, an Italian appetizer made with mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil, is incredibly versatile and can be served with wine, as an appetizer, or as a side dish. One of the most interesting ways to serve it is in...
Green tea is a powerful antioxidant, rich in minerals and vitamins, and a great invigorating and thirst-quenching agent. Make a wonderfully refreshing drink with it, perfect for the summer heat. Brewed...
Leftover roast chicken from last night's dinner makes a delicious salad and filling for hearty sandwiches. Cut the chicken into pieces and mix it with celery,...
Spidini are American sandwiches with an Italian twist, shaped like skewers in a bun. This recipe uses a simpler version: grilled Italian sausage. You can serve them on...
Unlike traditional baked beans, this side dish is made in a skillet with quick ingredients, but it's just as delicious and filling. And it takes no more than...
To make a delicious fruit salad faster, mix it in a zip-lock bag. This is also a great picnic salad option. Add any chopped fruit to the bag, drizzle with the dressing...
This casserole is incredibly easy to make, and despite being made with canned beans, it tastes incredibly homemade. The beans are simply mixed with fried bacon...
Freshly squeezed lemonade is ready in just 5 minutes. It's rich in vitamins, energizing, refreshing, and simply puts you in a good mood. So you don't have to wait for the lemonade...
The Best Grilled Pork Loin Recipes
Summer is prime grilling time. Why cook the same old shashlik and chicken when you can spice things up with a juicy, crispy pork loin? How
Grilled summer vegetables, melting mozzarella, and aromatic basil pesto sauce make a perfect filling for an Italian panini sandwich. Top with pesto. It can be made ahead and stored in...
To quickly bake meat pies, use store-bought yeast dough for the buns and prepare the filling from ground beef, sautéed with tomato paste, fresh pepper, and aromatic spices.
Bavette steak, also known as sirloin flap steak, is cut from the rump of the steer. This inexpensive cut of meat boasts a rich beef flavor and coarse grain. Although not as tender as...
Sweet, healthy sweet potatoes make a great alternative to traditional potatoes in this potato salad. They're paired with red onion, celery, and plenty of chopped fresh...
This light, protein-rich shrimp salad is refreshing, delicious, and nutritious. Perfect for summer. Serve it as is or layer it on sliced...
A popular summer cucumber and tomato salad will be much more flavorful when dressed with red wine vinegar and extra-virgin olive oil. And for a more colorful twist, add...
Instead of traditional tuna sandwiches, treat your loved ones to Mexican-style tuna. Canned tuna is heated in a pan in a light sauce with pico de gallo salsa, olives, raisins, and...




















































