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    Home » Roundups

    Top 10 Best Summer Dishes by Region

    Published: Apr 27, 2025 by bobbieblue

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    Whether you are traveling to a new place or reminiscing on foods from the areas you grew up, regional dishes are an amazing way to truly "taste" the culture. Many factors can create regional food, including climate for raising or harvesting certain types of food, highlighting local ingredients. Immigrant influence creating a true culinary culture, vibing the local ingredients into a tradition that will never be broken.

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    Make a delicious Northeast-style lobster roll, Southern shrimp and grits or a cherry pie that is famous in the Midwest. So many options to cook up right in your kitchen!

    Cajun Shrimp and Grits

    A bowl of Cajun shrimp and grits.
    Photo Credit: Britney Breaks Bread

    Experience the flavors of the South with this classic Cajun shrimp and grits recipe. It's packed with the flavors, juiciness, and tenderness of shrimp drowned in a buttery, creamy sauce with a hint of spiciness, that can comfort you in one bite.

    Get the Recipe: Cajun Shrimp and Grits

    Cast Iron Skillet Peach Cobbler

    Peach cobbler in a skillet,
    Photo Credit: Britney Breaks Bread

    Celebrate summer with a dessert made in a skillet. Peach cobbler is a great dessert to indulge everyone with a dessert and to maximize the peach season. Add vanilla ice cream on top to make it more interesting. You'll love this Southern dessert!

    Get the Recipe: Cast Iron Skillet Peach Cobbler

    Smoked Corn On The Cob

    Photo Credit: The Cookin' Chicks

    Smoked corn on a cob gives is a perfect way to enjoy sweet summer corn straight from the Midwest. It's a nice addition to your outdoor get-together, or enjoy it beside the pool while soaking up the summer heat.

    Get the Recipe: Smoked Corn On The Cob

    Cherry Slab Pie

    Photo Credit: xoxoBella

    Enjoy the taste of fresh cherries by making cherry slab pie, a dessert from the Midwest. Those fresh, red, juicy cherries nestled between the flaky crust, baked to perfection, are a dessert table showstopper and are irresistible.

    Get the Recipe: Cherry Slab Pie

    Lobster Roll Recipe – East Coast Style

    Photo credit: xoxoBella

    These lobster rolls are sure to be a crowd pleaser and this is a great way to have the traditional dish that the Northeast is known for.

    Get the Recipe: Lobster Roll Recipe – East Coast Style

    Blueberry Pie

    Photo Credit: Chew Out Loud

    This amazing Blueberry Pie from the Northeast is loaded with fresh blueberries encased in a flaky butter crust. The filling is thick and sets up nicely without being runny. The all-butter crust is golden and crisp, making every bite unforgettable—pairs well with vanilla ice cream.

    Get the recipe: Blueberry Pie

    Fish Tacos

    Photo Credit: Amanda's Cookin'

    If you are a fan of tacos, this is precisely what you need to try! Instead of your usual tacos, try fish tacos and discover how they perfectly blend with Mexican flavors. You may not want to try any other taco variant for a while after you've tasted it, just like how it pleases the crowd from the West.

    Get the Recipe: Fish Tacos

    Fresh Corn and Tomato Salad with Avocado

    Photo Credit: Garlic & Zest

    Wow your family and friends with fresh corn and tomato salad with avocado. This dish is a vegan-friendly option that you can enjoy as a light meal or as a side dish to grilled chicken, fish, or BBQ skewers. A hit in the West and will be a hit in your home!

    Get the Recipe: Fresh Corn and Tomato Salad with Avocado

    Carne Asada Tacos

    Photo Credit: Garlic & Zest

    Craving for tacos and steak at the same time? No worries, you don't need to choose one, make the Southwest carne asada tacos and enjoy the best of both worlds! It's a savory treat that everyone will enjoy, perfect for game day and summer parties!

    Get the Recipe: Carne Asada Tacos

    Santa Fe Chicken Recipe

    Photo Credit: The Forked Spoon

    Delight everyone at the dining table with the high-protein and fiber Santa Fe chicken. This recipe is perfect for when you're looking for a dish to serve at a holiday gathering or for weekend family meals. It's like taking the flavors of the Southwest straight to your home.

    Get the Recipe: Santa Fe Chicken Recipe

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    Hi, I'm Bobbie! Welcome to Blue's Best Life. I'm a self-taught cook that loves to cook wholesome meals while still enjoying a truly decadent dessert, because there is always room for a little something sweet!

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