Summer has arrived in Austin, and with the triple-digit temperatures, there is no denying it. Our Austin Food Blogger Alliance wants to help you make the most of your summertime vibes. Enjoy these recipes with seasonal ingredients and summer flavors and tips for ways to best enjoy Austin in this heat (or escape the heat).
Because music makes everything better, we have also made an AFBA Summertime Fun Spotify playlist to go with these blog posts. Please read up, listen up, eat up, and drink it all in! Bookmark this post for all your summer foodie needs, wear your sunscreen, and remember to hydrate!
Summer Sips, Starters, and Soups
5 Simple Summer Cocktails to Stay Cool All Summer Long paired with “So Good” by B.o.B – Phat Phoodies
Definitive Guide to Austin Craft Beer – Craft Beer Austin
“Love You Anyway” Simple Delicious Smoked Fish Dip paired with “Summer Breeze Pts. 1 & 2” by The Isley Brothers – Food Fidelity
Peach and Tomato Gazpacho paired with “Sun to Me” by Zach Bryan – Fearless Captivations
“Que beleza” Brazilian Fish Stew (Moqueca Baiana) {Recipe & Video} paired with “Que Beleza” by Tim Maia – Food Fidelity
Summer Salad Extravaganza
Southwestern Steak Salad and Dressing – The Weekly Menu
“Don’t Disturb This Groove” Quick and Easy Black Eyed Pea Salad paired with “Hot Fun in the Summertime” by Sly & the Family Stone – Food Fidelity
Simple Recipes: Watermelon Cucumber Salad paired with “Here Comes Summer” by The Dave Clark Five – Phat Phoodies
Summer Salad With Peach Balsamic Vinegar – The Weekly Menu
Recipe: Honey Banana Grapefruit Salad paired with “Grapefruit” by Tove Lo – Phat Phoodies
Sweet Summertime Desserts
Air Fryer Peaches – Food Banjo
30 Best Cold Treats in Austin paired with “Heat Waves” by Glass Animals – Fearless Captivations
Gluten-free Cherry Nectarine Crumble – The Weekly Menu
Four-ingredient Frozen Lemonade Pie – Food Banjo
Adventures Around Austin and Beyond
Best Texas Vacation Getaways Near Water paired with “Texas Sun” by Khruangbin
Best Date Night Spots in Austin – ATX Bites
Austin Pride Beer Events – Craft Beer Austin
4 Ways I’m Getting Ready for Summer paired with “Cruel Summer” by Taylor Swift – Fearless Captivations
We hope you have a wonderful summer! We would love to hear from you if you made any of these dishes or checked out any of these hot spots around town.
Stay cool!
