Everything Bagel Pretzel Dogs

Everything Bagel Pretzel Dogs
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So here we are – the last long weekend of the summer. It’s been a bizarre summer, to say the least, but I still managed to sip a few cocktails outdoors, grill to my heart’s content, and swim in a large body of water. Sure, I didn’t see as many friends as I would’ve liked and I didn’t get to visit my family in Nova Scotia. But even with the drawbacks bought to us by COVID, this summer has been pretty ok. But I will confess I am excited for running without oppressive humidity and mugs of mulled wine. There is a lot to love about summer and there’s a lot to love about fall. So instead of mourning the summer that was, I’m going to give it a proper send-off with a platter as exuberant as it was. Say hello to these Everything Bagel Pretzel Dogs.

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Dark Chocolate Port Torte with Malted Whipped Cream

Dark Chocolate Port Torte with Malted Whipped Cream
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I get strangely anxious about recipes during this time of year. One side of me wants to leap into fall recipes head first because, after a summer of popsicles, they feel novel. But the other half of me, the half that pays attention to the calendar, knows it’s still summer. And there is no greater sin a Canadian can commit than ushering summer out the door prematurely. So what’s a girl to do? Keep on posting summer-friendly eats until the 21st? Or start cooking for the sweater weather ahead? How about both? Yes, both! Today’s Dark Chocolate Port Torte with Malted Whipped Cream is a delicious compromise designed to placate my opposing sides. The torte’s crown of fruit says late summer, while the dark sultry cake underneath flirts with fall.

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Grilled Corn Queso with Tortilla Chips

Grilled Corn Queso with Tortilla Chips
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It’s the last week of August and I’m over here pretending summer is forever. Yes, the dishes on Instagram feeds everywhere are getting cozier but clearly, I didn’t get the memo. Instead, I’m living in a haze of popsicles, crisp chilled salads, and grilled proteins like September is never going to come. I, of course, know it will but that’s no reason to draw attention to it. It’s so much better to live in an endless summer delusion and while shoveling Grilled Corn Queso into your mouth. Okay, so maybe the word “better” is a little strong, but this is the “self-care” regiment I’m currently working with.

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Blueberry Cornbread Ice Cream

Blueberry Cornbread Ice Cream
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I know everyone is jumping into Back to School season with both feet but I’m not done with summer. As long as heat warnings remain a constant in my life so too shall ice cream. So while it’s usually best to stay ahead of the curve in the content creation game, autumn is a curve I don’t mind being behind. Even when I’m suffering from heatstroke or sporting a particularly painful sunburn, you won’t find me wishing the summer away. And why should I? There’s still plenty of summer left in this calendar year. So let’s make this Blueberry Cornbread Ice Cream while the sun shines – the pumpkins can wait.

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