Happy Friday, everyone!

Summer is in full-swing, shorts are a necessity, it’s hot out, and I’m constantly seeking a glass of cold water. Gotta stay hydrated! I hope you are able to enjoy this week’s Buffet while sitting outside, or in the comfort of your own home; whichever is most relaxing to you!

While our weekends aren’t too busy, I do plan to be outdoors a lot and perhaps find a shady spot to enjoy an ice cream. Also, our grocery list includes a summertime essential: popsicles!

Have a great weekend and please wear a mask.

Read

Do we still need paper menus at restaurants? An interesting read as outdoor dining becomes more prevalent.

Now that we’ve been implementing “balcony cocktail hour” on Friday afternoons, I think we may need to buy a couple of these books to read up on all of the classics we should create at home.

Speaking of eating outside, here’s a helpful discussion about having a picnic this summer, safely.

Read this… “Dear White Friends.”

We may need to order the BBQ sauce from this list.

Cook

Salted Key Lime Pie - the heat we’ve been having is making me crave the cold desserts. This pie may be making an appearance soon (just make sure to buy GF pretzels and graham crackers).

Avocado Corn Salsa - definitely including this next time we make burrito bowls!

Blueberry Scones - Summertime is berry season and it’s about time I get to baking with them.

Dine

Admittedly, we did not order takeout last weekend so I don’t have an update for you ( no new restaurants have been visited). However, if you’re interested, there are plenty of places in/around Boston (and beyond) that are now offering outdoor dining.

I’m not willing to venture for patio dining these days, but I am considering ordering the following dishes to either eat in the car or take to the park. Or eat in the car on the way to the park.

Shoestring Truffle fries from Tempo Kitchen and Cocktails.

A platter of pulled pork from Sweet Cheeks Q.

Calamari and Fried Shrimp from Woodman’s of Essex.

Looking for more Bar Bites? Find them right here.

Shop

Stay tuned - Shopping is expanding! A full skincare post is coming soon!

This is the deodorant I’m using daily. It’s wicked hot this summer and I’ve made the switch to a natural option (that works!).

My usual Birkenstocks are a neutral tone, but I can’t get this pair off my mind. Too shiny? Or just plain fun?

Found these super-soft, lightweight t-shirts and am pretty sure I’ll be wearing them daily. #summeruniform

Enjoy!

Love the Buffet? Subscribe to the newsletter and receive it right to your inbox.

Mollie