Grilled Shrimp with Pistachio Basil-Mint Pesto, Garlic-Saffron Aioli, & Heirloom Tomatoes

Jumbo shrimp in a marinade of pesto, saffron, and garlic aioli, get a quick walk across a hot grill, and are then served with fresh heirloom tomatoes to evoke the sensation of deep summer. The mint and pistachios, while not traditional in pesto, add a freshness that pairs perfectly with a hot summer night and a crisp, chilled white wine.

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Roasted Salmon with Mustard, Miso & Brown Sugar

This simple but delicious weeknight dinner takes around 30 minutes to make, but feels luxurious enough for a weekend. Pair it with some roasted asparagus (which you can do on the same sheet pan if you like), and rice pilaf. This works equally well on a hot grill, just in case you’re not in the mood to use your oven in the middle of the summer.

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Lobster Risotto

This dish is as seductive to eat as it is to look at. Sweet, buttery lobster is paired with beautiful, floral saffron in this gorgeous dish that embodies the essence of deep summer. No matter where you live, this dish will instantly transport you to seaside, where dog-day afternoons give way to a cool, evening sea breeze after a day spent in the sun and sand. Wash it down with an ice cold lager, or a crisp, dry white wine for the maximum experience.

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Tuscan Grilled Chicken with Burst Cherry Tomatoes and Angel Hair Pasta

This bright and flavorful pasta is especially suited to warm summer evenings, but can be enjoyed any time of year. It pairs perfectly with a crisp, dry white wine (such as pinot grigio).

Total cook time is probably around an hour, but can be shortened to 30 minutes by using rotisserie or pre-made grilled chicken from the deli section at the grocery store.

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Saffron Grilled Chicken Kebabs

These chicken kebabs are simple to make, and are a sure crowd pleaser any time of year.

Saffron, once considered the world’s most elusive and prohibitively expensive spice, is now readily available at Amazon and other specialty grocers like Trader Joe’s.

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