Summer is here! In Vancouver, we are lucky to have some of the most beautiful summers in North America. With that being said, it can be hard to avoid the typical BBQ, hot toddy’s, and ice cream that we consume during the summer months. This can lead to those on a healthy diet feeling guilty about their food choices. I’ve created this list of 12 things you should eat this summer to ensure you don’t feel like you’re missing out!
12 things you should eat this summer
1. Fresh berries
Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries are all delicious and nutritious. Enjoy them as a snack or add them to your breakfast or dessert recipes.
2. Grilled vegetables
Grill up some fresh veggies like zucchini, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, and eggplant for a healthy side dish or main course.
3. Watermelon
This juicy fruit is refreshing on a hot day. Slice it up for a snack or use it in smoothies or cocktails.
4. Corn on the cob
Roast fresh corn on the cob with butter and salt for an easy summer side dish that everyone will love!
5. Seafood
Try some fresh oysters at one of our many seafood restaurants or tour our local fishing boats and see what they’ve caught today.
6. Sushi
Nothing says summer like raw fish and seaweed wrapped around rice with a bit of wasabi sprinkled on top! You can get sushi at almost any restaurant or food truck in Vancouver, so sushi is the way this summer if you’re looking for something light yet filling (and delicious)!
7. Poutine
What would summer be without poutine? Suppose you haven’t tried this Canadian delicacy yet. In that case, you need to get yourself over to one of Vancouver’s many poutine shops (or make your own). You can’t miss out on this one!
8. Ice Cream
Who doesn’t like ice cream? If you don’t like ice cream (why?), then maybe we can convince you with our list of the best ice cream shops in Vancouver (including gelato!). You won’t regret trying one of these places out–trust us!
Top Ice Cream spots in Vancouver
- Rain or Shine
- Earnest Ice Cream
- Mister
- La Glace
- La Casa Gelato
- Popina Canteen
- Bella Gelateria
9. Frozen yogurt
A yummy and healthier alternative to ice cream, frozen yogurt can be enjoyed in various flavors and toppings.
10. BBQ chicken/ribs
There’s nothing quite like cooking out on a warm summer night! Make your favorite BBQ recipes using chicken breasts, pork ribs, or steak tips marinated in your favorite sauce combo.
11. S’mores
No campfire is needed here! Toast marshmallows over an open flame (or use a kitchen torch), then sandwich them between two graham crackers with chocolate bars for an easy-to-make dessert that everyone will love.
12. Salad
Salads can be so much more than just lettuce and tomatoes! Add in some grilled chicken, bacon bits, and croutons for a tasty meal that will keep you cool all summer long.
If you are planning a trip out to Vancouver, I hope that this blog post will help you make your choices. You never know. Maybe these suggestions will inspire you to check out something new here! If any of these dishes have caught your eye or even inspired you to try them at home when you get back, let me know how it goes!
If you are currently in Vancouver and looking for someone to share a summer meal with, join us on Masosa to meet exciting friends around the city! Summer is soon, be ready for fun!
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