Holidays & Parties

Jul 18, 2018

Your mid-summer night's dreamy dinner menu

By: Jessica Alcock

Magically balmy evenings in the middle of the summer deserve a special dinner party—and therefore, a special menu. From a minty melon and cucumber salad for a starter to Mediterranean chicken pita burgers for the main dish to peach cobbler bars for dessert, these recipes are begging to be made for your mid-summer dinner parties.

Appetizers

These scrumptious breadsticks come together in just 25 minutes making them the perfect last-minute addition to your table. The best part? They look and taste so good that your guests will think you slaved over the oven all day.

These four-ingredient pastries are a welcome addition to any table.

Sides

Looking for a tasty side dish to complement your burger or steak? This quinoa salad is light, fresh and full of flavour.

Cucumber, cantaloupe and fresh mint leaves combine to create this delicious side salad. Tip: It pairs beautifully with barbecue chicken.

Bye, bye French fries. We’re craving these crunchy sesame-covered asparagus fries this season.

Mains

These delicious chicken skewers can be on your table in just 30 minutes.

We’ve traded in the dense burger bun in favour of a lighter alternative in this Mediterranean-inspired main.

Hosting picky eaters? Look no further. These homemade tacos can be easily personalized for any palate.

Drinks

A summer soiree isn't complete without fresh lemonade.

Your guests will love this healthy take on mimosas. Garnish with slices of grapefruit and fresh raspberries.

It's important to offer your guests something sans alcohol, and that's why we love this chic alcohol-free cocktail. It has all the flavour and sophistication of a genuine cocktail without the buzz.

Desserts

Is there anything better than cooking with fresh and local produce? We don’t think so! These peach cobbler bars, featuring farm-fresh peaches, are a must-have this summer.