Long weekend menu ideas

If you haven’t already spent weeks devising the perfect menu for your cottage guests this long weekend, you may be in a bit of a pinch. But for those of you who aren’t willing to resort to the same ‘ol store-bought favourites, we’ve got tons of other great ideas. Whether you’re hosting a large group for dinner or are looking for a mouth-watering dessert to satisfy the family and celebrate Canada Day, we’ve picked out some of our top recipes to give you some inspiration to get started.

Classics:

• Grilled Salmon Fillets with Roasted Red Pepper Aioli
• Watermelon, Mint and Feta Salad with White Balsamic Vinaigrette
• Crisp & Chewy Peanut Butter Square

Midday Munchies:

• Muffuletta
• Spicy Potato Straws
• Grilled Vegetable Salad with Quinoa and Basil Oil
• Chocolate Mud Cake

East Coast Treats:

• Bean, Tomato, and Fresh Mozzarella Salad
• Grilled Lobster Tails with Wine Butter Sauce

West Coast Flavour:

• Avocado Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette
• Grilled Scallops with Pancetta & Sage
• Bear Bait 25th Anniversary Cocktail

Looking for more ideas for your Canada Day menu?  Pick up a copy of Cottage Life’s cookbook special Summer Grilling! at newsstands and wherever Cottage Life magazine is sold.