In the summer, when the weather gets hot, happy hours might be the perfect party to plan. Invite your guests for a couple of hours, serve them something light and yummy, and don't forget a delicious drink or two. Here's inspiration for your next alfresco happy hour.
Summer Cobbler Cocktail
A haute "house cocktail" to have ready for guests. The interesting ingredients include white whiskey, Grand Marnier, blackberries, blackberry preserves, and fresh lime juice.
Baked Chipotle Salmon Sushi Cups
These are just the cutest! And the salmon is actually baked, not raw at all. With bits of avocado and ginger, not to mention the chipotle mayo, this is something different that most will love.
Pea Pesto
Homemade Pesto is my favorite, and I grow my own basil and make the pesto, myself. But I have never made pea pesto! This is so bright and beautiful, it must be delish. They say that this recipe is so good, you could eat it with a spoon.
Antipasto Tortellini Skewers With Lemon Basil Vinaigrette
What a pretty presentation this platter makes! Feel free to mix up your skewers - some with tomatoes, some without, just to accommodate your guests preferences. But do make sure you add that drizzle of vinaigrette at the end. The toasted bread will be great for dipping!
Golden Layered Piña Coladas
If I am going to indulge in an umbrella drink, it's always one of these. This may be the prettiest frozen drink ever!
Heirloom Tomato Tart
If you are going to spotlight any one ingredient, it better be good. It's hard to beat heirloom tomatoes. The tart filling is of ricotta and basil. You won't need to serve another thing.
Salmon Nicoise With Charred Scallion Pesto
Here's a fun take on the classic Nicoise salad. It makes a pretty platter, and your guests can just take what they want. This dish is packed with protein, and probably all anyone needs. I think that this recipe will be unexpected.
Most people love guacamole. So why not serve it? But if you do, make sure it is the best guac ever. I looked at this recipe and noticed two ingredients that I don't add in mine - red onions and lime "zest." I can't wait to try these additions.
Rhubarb Mint Mojito
It's rhubarb season, So let's make a cocktail. It's a muddled drink, which is always fun to watch. The liquor is rum, and the presentation of so sophisticcated!
The Best Cerviche
On a hot summer day or night, cerviche seems just right. It's fresh fish cured with lime juice, tossed with cilantro, cucmber, tomato, and optional avocado. Since when is avocado ever really optional? You can use almost any kind of fish you desire. Yum!
Easy to make and so delicious to eat. In fact I suggest that you make a double batch. It's that good!
The perfect recipe to highlight the stars of summer. Any kind of crostini is always a hit with my guests. The tomatoes and peaches are served over grilled garlic bread that has been topped with goat cheese and basi. A chic choice.
Citrus Mezcal Cocktail
Who knew that Tequila's sister spirit could make such a chic cocktail? If you didn't know Mezcal is like tequila but smokey with a distinct personality of its' own.
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