75 luxury recipes to wow your gang all summer long

🌞 Summer means entertaining, and entertaining big

Nothing beats a summer supper on the patio with people you love, a fire on the BBQ, a cocktail in hand and music playing. This year, we go all in: 75 recipes sorted by course so you can build a real feast from A to Z, stress-free. Appetizers that spark conversation, salads that refresh, BBQ dishes that impress, desserts that close things out in style, cocktails that keep the gang around until the stars come out, and a full toolkit of signature homemade sauces and marinades to make everything your own. Serve, toast, and let the evening take care of the rest.

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🥂 Appetizers and starters: to get the gang buzzing right at the door

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Homemade guacamole

Homemade guacamole is the anchor of every self-respecting apéro. Creamy avocados, lime, fresh cilantro and a touch of heat: the nachos will disappear before the music even starts.

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Huile à tremper aux olives, fines herbes et parmesan

A velvety hummus with just the right amount of tahini and roasted garlic, served with crudités and warm pita bread. The healthy appetizer that packs so much flavour nobody realizes it’s healthy.

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Tomato bruschetta

The Italian classic everyone agrees on: garden tomatoes, garlic, fresh basil and olive oil on grilled bread. The kind of simple appetizer that always steals the show.

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Crostini with white beer cheese, prosciutto and arugula

Creamy white beer cheese, salty prosciutto and peppery arugula on a crunchy crostini. Three bites in and your guests are asking for the recipe.

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Tortilla bites with guacamole and shrimp

Crispy tortilla bites topped with guacamole and marinated shrimp: the festive finger food that pleases kids and grown-ups alike.

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Salmon duo tartar with fennel and apples

A fresh, elegant tartare with two salmon preparations, crunchy fennel and green apple. Light and refined, perfect to open a luxury dinner.

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Feta, pistachio and mint dip

Whipped creamy feta with crushed pistachios and fresh mint: the Mediterranean dip that changes up the classics and always makes an impression with grilled pita.

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Beef carpaccio

Thin slices of raw beef tenderloin, arugula, parmesan, capers and a drizzle of lemony olive oil. The bistro-chic starter that shows you’re taking the evening seriously.

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Olive, fresh herb and parmesan dipping oil

A generous dipping oil with olives, fresh herbs and parmesan to soak up with good crusty bread. One bowl on the table and everyone gathers around.

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Tuna tataki with sesame crust

Sesame-crusted seared tuna, sliced thin and served with ponzu sauce. The refined Japanese-style starter that impresses and takes just ten minutes.

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🥗 Fresh salads: the green touch that cuts through the richness

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Burrata, Peach & Tomato Salad with Honey Dressing

Creamy burrata melting over juicy peaches and sun-ripened tomatoes: summer on a plate. A drizzle of olive oil and you’re done.

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Tomato salad with avocados, mozzarina and fresh basil

An Italian classic refreshed: multicoloured tomatoes, creamy avocado, buffalo mozzarina and basil from the balcony. No fuss, just perfect.

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Melon salad with feta and fresh herbs

Watermelon and cantaloupe with salty feta, mint and basil: the sweet-and-salty pairing that refreshes every time. A real pick-me-up when it’s hot.

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Grilled asparagus salad with walnuts and feta

Grill-marked asparagus, crunchy walnuts and creamy feta: the salad with character that steals the spotlight between courses.

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Orzo salad with bocconcini cheese, pesto and garden vegetables

Orzo coated in homemade pesto with creamy bocconcini and crunchy garden vegetables: the salad that fills you up without weighing you down and travels anywhere for a picnic.

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Asian cucumber salad

The most popular salad on the site for good reason: crunchy cucumbers in a sweet-and-tangy Asian dressing with sesame and cilantro. Easy, fresh and addictive.

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🌽 Summer sides: to round out the plate

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The best potato salad with bacon

Creamy baby potatoes with bacon, pickles and a sauce that tastes like the perfect picnic. Make it the day before, it gets better with time: a gift from the sky for hosts.

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Barbecued grilled broccoli

Broccoli florets grill-marked with a touch of garlic and chili. Quick, simple and gives your dinner a real steakhouse feel.

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Classic macaroni salad

Grandma’s classic macaroni salad refreshed: creamy with just enough mustard and celery. The essential side for any Quebec family BBQ that respects itself.

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Mexican street corn pasta salad

Shells coated in a creamy Mexican sauce with grilled corn, feta, cilantro and lime. The side that steals the show right alongside the main.

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Grilled rapini with burrata

Grilled rapini with a smoky kick, served with soft burrata and a drizzle of lemony olive oil. The chic Italian side that never fails to impress.

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Grilled halloumi skewers with honey, thyme and lemon sauce

Grilled halloumi that squeaks against your teeth, glazed with honey, thyme and lemon. The vegetarian side that carries itself like the star of the show.

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Creamy coleslaw with apples and celery

A creamy coleslaw twisted with crunchy apples and fresh celery: the refined version of the classic that pairs with ribs and burgers.

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Grilled BBQ asparagus

Asparagus quickly grill-marked with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, pepper and lemon. The easy side that makes any BBQ feel more elegant.

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Sugar snap pea salad

Blanched snap peas with a light dressing and sesame seeds. Bright green and perfectly crunchy: the healthy side that looks chef-made.

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Thai pomelo salad

Pomelo segments with fresh herbs, peanuts and a sweet-and-spicy Thai dressing. The exotic salad that cuts through richness and wakes up your palate.

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Italian Barley Salad

Al dente pearl barley with tomatoes, olives, feta and Italian dressing. A filling side that keeps for days and travels well for picnics.

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🔥 Main dishes: the kings of the grill

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Grilled Asian chicken thighs

The site’s most popular recipe: chicken thighs marinated in a sweet-and-salty Asian sauce, grilled to caramelized perfection. Affordable, foolproof, and everyone asks for seconds.

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Grilled tomahawk with deluxe barbecue dry rub

The showstopper of the evening: a tomahawk with the bone standing tall like a trophy, a dry rub that crusts up and a rare cook that’s just right. The dish you share with four people and never forget.

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Red wine marinated beef flank steak

Red-wine marinated flank steak, rare in the middle, well-seared on the edges and sliced thin against the grain. The classic that never lets you down.

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Flank steak with Dijon mustard and beer

My new flank steak recipe: a Dijon-beer marinade that soaks into the meat and gives you a caramelized crust on the grill. Budget cut, steakhouse result.

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Grilled pork tenderloin with Fin du Monde beer

A pork tenderloin marinated in Unibroue’s Fin du Monde: the Quebec tripel soaks right into the meat on the grill. Tender, aromatic and proudly local.

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Beer-roasted chicken on the BBQ

A can of beer, a whole chicken and a closed BBQ lid: the magic happens on its own. The meat stays juicy, the skin turns golden and crispy.

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Maple Teriyaki salmon

A salmon fillet glazed with maple and teriyaki that turns lacquered and glossy on the grill. The Quebec-meets-Japan combo that wins every time.

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Grilled chicken skewers (the best)

The best skewers on the site, marinated properly to stay juicy and full of flavour. The dish that pleases the kids and the in-laws equally.

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Beef burgers stuffed with brie and sun-dried tomatoes

A burger hiding a molten heart of brie and sun-dried tomatoes: guaranteed surprise at the first bite. Serve it with the grilled corn and you’ve made everyone happy.

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Grilled duck breasts with orange

Duck breasts grilled with an orange glaze that caramelizes on the grill. The noble cut for nights when you want to cook like a chef without spending the whole evening on it.

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Sauce BBQ classique fumée maison

Fall-off-the-bone ribs glazed with a sticky sauce to lick off your fingers. The BBQ classic you eat with your hands and remember for a long time.

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Bang bang chicken skewers on the BBQ

Marinated chicken skewers grilled and glazed with a creamy-spicy-sweet bang bang sauce. The skewers that steal every BBQ and take the spotlight.

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Shrimp and halloumi skewers with homemade bang bang sauce

Plump shrimp and halloumi cubes alternated on skewers, generously drizzled with homemade bang bang sauce. The land-and-sea duo that surprises and pleases even the pickiest guests.

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Japanese-style beef skewers

Beef cubes marinated in soy sauce, mirin and sesame, skewered with green onions and grilled on the BBQ. The refined Japanese take that changes up the classic skewer.

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Grilled strip loin with salsa verde

A thick striploin, rare, sliced and drizzled with an herbaceous, tangy, spicy salsa verde. Steakhouse chic at home, no reservation needed.

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Grilled pesto salmon fillets on the barbecue

Salmon fillets brushed with a homemade pesto that grills into a fragrant crust on the BBQ. Light, elegant and ready in 15 minutes: the star fish for stress-free entertaining.

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Grilled mussels with IPA beer, lemon and fresh herbs

Mussels cooked right on the grill with IPA beer, lemon and fresh herbs. The ultimate summer sharing dish, ready to scoop up with crusty bread to soak up the broth.

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BBQ grilled cajun lobster tails

Lobster tails split in half, brushed with Cajun butter and grilled until the meat turns pearly. The luxury touch that gets a big “wow” without complicating your life.

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🍧 Desserts that scream summer: the sweet finale

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Strawberry and limoncello shortcake (in Mason jars)

Summer’s signature dessert in a portable, Instagram-ready format. Limoncello-macerated strawberries, homemade biscuit and whipped cream in a Mason jar: the picnic hit that turns heads.

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Watermelon fruit salad with honey and lime

A simple but perfect fruit salad: juicy watermelon, gentle honey and tangy lime. The refreshing finale that feels great after a big meal.

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Strawberry and vodka sorbet

A creamy Quebec strawberry sorbet with a splash of vodka that keeps the texture just right. The frozen final note to end the evening in style.

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Smoothie protéiné aux fraises

Pineapple, coconut and white rum: the vacation cocktail turned into a sorbet. Close your eyes and you’re in Puerto Rico.

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Limoncello-macerated fruits with mascarpone cream

Strawberries, blueberries and raspberries macerated in limoncello, served over silky mascarpone cream. The elegant Italian dessert that prepares ahead and always impresses.

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Lemon and limoncello ice cream

A homemade lemon ice cream with a hint of limoncello that stays creamy in the freezer. The refreshing finale to close a luxury dinner.

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Strawberry popsicles

Three ingredients, a mold and no compromise on flavour. Kids go crazy, adults steal them, and you’ve got a healthy dessert in the freezer for all of July.

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Grilled peaches with ricotta, honey and fresh oregano

Grilled peaches with creamy ricotta, local honey and fresh oregano. The chic summer dessert that comes together in five minutes.

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Berry and custard tart

A homemade shortbread crust, vanilla pastry cream and a ton of fresh summer berries on top. The French bakery classic anyone can pull off.

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Blueberry pie with beer and lemon zest

A Quebec blueberry pie twisted with blonde beer and lemon zest. The rustic finale that tastes like summer and practically makes itself.

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Grilled pineaples with rum and maple syrup

Grilled pineapple slices with a rum-maple syrup that caramelizes. Served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream: the ultimate BBQ dessert in five minutes.

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🍹 Cocktails and drinks to toast: the ones that keep the gang around

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The best homemade red wine sangria

A homemade sangria that macerates in a big pitcher with red wine, summer fruit, a splash of brandy and sparkling soda. The drink that serves itself when guests arrive.

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Strawberry daiquiri

The ultimate summer cocktail, done right with real strawberries and good rum. Three ingredients, a blender, and a tropical vibe on your patio.

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Classic margarita

The classic margarita — tequila, lime, triple sec — served on the rocks with a salted rim. The cocktail that puts everyone in a good mood in three sips.

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Aperol Spritz

The Italian Aperol Spritz that hits just right in the late afternoon: Aperol, prosecco, soda and an orange slice. Golden light in a glass, literally.

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Brazilian mango lemonade

Brazilian lemonade with a mango twist: sweetened condensed milk, lime and mango blended with ice. Creamy, exotic and irresistible on the patio.

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Strawberry daiquiri

The classic creamy piña colada with pineapple, coconut and white rum, served in a frosty glass. Tropical beach vibes without leaving Boisbriand.

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Strawberry, orange and mint mocktail

A mocktail that tastes like a cocktail: strawberries, orange juice, mint and sparkling water. Perfect for kids, expecting moms or nights when you take it easy.

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Homemade orange soda

A homemade orange soda that beats any Orangina: freshly squeezed juice, orange syrup and sparkling water. The perfect afternoon refresher.

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Peach, carrot and ginger mocktail

The healthy mocktail that doesn’t look healthy: ripe peach, fresh carrot and zingy ginger. Vibrant, fresh and a little funky.

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White peach sangria

White wine sangria with juicy peaches, a hint of vermouth and sparkling soda. Lighter than red sangria, just as festive.

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Homemade lemon iced tea

A homemade iced tea with fresh lemon that beats any Nestea. Make it the day before, serve it by the pitcher, drink it all day long.

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🌶 Signature sauces and marinades: the perfect BBQ toolkit

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Homemade classic smoky BBQ sauce

The homemade BBQ sauce that beats every store-bought version: sweet, smoky, with just enough vinegar. The must to brush on ribs, chicken and burgers.

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The best homemade maple BBQ sauce

A Quebec twist on BBQ sauce with maple syrup that caramelizes beautifully. Perfect on pork, chicken or to glaze sausages.

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Homemade bang bang sauce

The creamy-spicy-sweet sauce that makes everything better: on skewers, shrimp, halloumi or just as a dip. Keep it in the fridge all summer.

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7 homemade marinades for chicken, beef and pork on the BBQ

The marinade bible: seven signature recipes classified by meat so you never run out of ideas at the fridge. Once mastered, you never go back to store-bought marinades.

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Homemade Greek dressing

A classic Greek dressing with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic and oregano. Keep it in a Mason jar in the fridge for every salad of the week.

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Homemade honey Dijon mustard dressing

The essential honey-Dijon that goes on everything: green salads, grilled chicken, skewers, wraps. Three ingredients, two minutes, magical result.

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Homemade lemon herb marinade

A lemon-and-fresh-herb marinade that flavours everything: chicken, fish, shrimp, tofu. The all-purpose solution to prep ahead and pull out when the gang shows up unannounced.

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Asian orange marinade

An Asian orange marinade that flavours everything it touches: orange juice, soy sauce, ginger and garlic. On chicken, pork or salmon, it lacquers a glossy crust on the grill.

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