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Summer cookout menu

This weekend, whether you're hosting a backyard BBQ or keeping it low-key at the cottage, spend a little time in front of the grill for a meal stacked with the season's best ingredients.
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A get-together starring saucy glazed ribs is a highlight of BBQ season, and these spiced and saucy Memphis-style side ribs recipe are perfect for a summer cookout. Whether you're hosting a backyard shindig or keeping it low-key at the cottage this weekend, this menu takes a little time in front of the grill and turns it into a celebration of a few of summer's best ingredients.

Cherry-onion bruschetta recipe Photo by Roberto Caruso Cherry-onion bruschetta recipe
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Appetizer
Cherry-onion bruschetta Enjoy a savoury twist on this juicy summer fruit. Loaded with some of our favourite flavours, this grilled bruschetta is the perfect way to start the evening.

Gourmet corn with herb butter recipe  Photo by Roberto Caruso Gourmet corn with herb butter recipe.
Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Sides
Gourmet corn on the cob with herb butter Forget boiling—this summer, cook your corn on the ‘cue. (And we have four gourmet styles to choose from!)

A bowl of parsley salad with parsley vinaigrette with red onion slices; radishes; green beans on a picnic table (Photo: Angus Fergusson)

Potato salad with parsley vinaigrette recipe This lightly dressed potato salad breaks free from the traditional mayonnaise-based version. This delicious dish features a diverse combination of vegetables, herbs and a little punch of mustard.

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Peaches and cream cake recipe Photo by Roberto Caruso Peaches and cream cake.
Photo, Roberto Caruso

Dessert
Peaches and cream cake Take the season’s ripest, juiciest peaches to tasty new heights with this divine dessert.

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