Memorial Day

Gourmet’s version of this perfect summer drink mixes the ideal ratio of vodka with cranberry and grapefruit juices, right in the glass.

Just like the state fair, minus the crowds.

Tossed in a verdant sauce that recalls green goddess dressing, this striking herby spin on potato salad will have long-time skeptics reconsidering their stance.

Cornell chicken is a regional specialty grilled chicken that’s served at every fair, fundraiser, and cookout between the Finger Lakes and the Hudson Valley.

A classic lemon-blueberry bread is a thing of beauty. Plush lemon cake studded with jammy, perfectly suspended blueberries gets coated in a glossy, dripping glaze.

These chipotle chicken wings are a little smoky and a little sweet, with a lip-smacking tartness from a secret ingredient that will keep your guests guessing.

A batch of these fruity frozen mango margaritas is sure to win you the title “life of the party.”

All the joy of a freshly-fried funnel cake could be yours right now.

This simple, classic recipe for strawberry shortcake takes just over an hour to make—and includes an easy trick for stabilizing whipped cream.

The dough for these blackberry shortcakes contains hard-boiled egg yolks—an old trick for making a rich and tender biscuit.

This mac and cheese has an awesome, crusty, golden-brown top and the ooey-gooiest center known to humankind.

This twist on the whiskey sour adds blueberries—plus a touch of amaro and funky rum.

Layers of nutty pistachio ice cream and bright jam-flavored whipped cream make for a lovely pastel duo in this riff on a classic summer dessert.