Our Best August Recipes for 2023

In honor of the unofficial last month of summer, we’ve compiled a list of the best August recipes that are perfect for lazy days by the pool or stylish summer parties. Yes, we know it’s so hot out that you can barely wrap your mind around turning on the stove. But you can take solace in the fact that many of these recipes that require minimal or no cooking whatsoever. And when you do need to cook with heat, you’ll reach for the grill, not your oven knobs.

On the rare instance that the oven is required, it’s sparing and for good reason: dessert. Keep aperitivo hour chic with the nicest ice for your cocktails. Make sure to serve them with an appetizing snack alongside. In need something more filling? We’ve got that covered too. Whatever gathering you are planning, let the bounty of August produce shine. Come January, you’ll fondly remember the days when you had more corn than one person could ever need, and the tomatoes were plump and abundant. Here’s how to make the most of the month to come.