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Icons of Summer

What is it about the time between late summer and early fall that we struggle with what remains of the season; pickling cucumbers, making preserves or cultivating the garden to yield a few more flowers before early frost.

Soak up the sun & surf near any body of water, preferably an ocean or lake before losing too much light. Escape to a seaside island or spa for a weekend of relation.

There is nothing like a steamed basket of blue crabs known as “Maryland crab”, which are caught in Virginia waters off the Chesapeake Bay, sprinkled with bay seasoning makes a perfect summer meal. Watermelon is a staple in our house during the season, which is used for lunches or snacking.

Seasonal storms blow in frequently throughout the mid-Atlantic, which create a cozy atmosphere inside when it’s impossible to get outside for gardening, barbecuing, or swimming.And, no matter where I travel, I always enjoy flowers. These are in a window box in Charleston, SC near the Battery.

Enjoy what’s left of the season….stylishly!
Kathleen

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Taste of Baja

La Galeria Restaurant located in the Marina of Cabo San Lucas serves local style food so, we ordered the special, which was filet mignon, lobster, sea bass and shrimp with vegetables. Our chef prepped the shrimp at the table and shared the recipe as he cooked; using chunks of butter, lots of garlic, chili’s  and tequila. I love the use of tequila as a seasoning to enhance flavors or as an afternoon sip.

The seasonal menu at Flora Farms is about handmade food from ingredients grown at the farms. This freshly made burrata with tomato, herb vinaigrette and arugula was absolutely delicious, made with cheese curds from fresh milk.

Their edible flowers and herbs are grown in areas tucked around the restaurant. And, the band played at bit of rhythm and blues to country music in a most creative style.

I ate chips and salsa every single day while in Mexico, and still couldn’t get enough to eat. On our first day at The Cape Hotel they served “roasted tomato salsa” with homemade tortilla’s and guacamole with queso fresco and jalapenos that almost had me calling room-service for more. Our waiter at the pool shared the ingredients for this salsa so, will definitely be making a vat this weekend, and will post the recipe.

Enjoy the flavors,
Kathleen