Curried Cauliflower Salad at M Café

 
  Summer of [BBQ] Love at Clementine
 
  Green Corn Tamales at El Cholo

Fresh Squash Soup at the Ivy
Most people consider soup a wintertime-only staple, but put that way of thinking aside and take our word for it: Order the fresh and summery squash soup at The Ivy. It’s as scrumptious as the restaurant is famous. Make sure to request a table on the patio so you can take advantage of the sunshine and people-watching while you dine. 113 N. Robertson Blvd., LA

Green Corn Tamales at El Cholo
May through October is our favorite time of year, and it’s not because of the beach weather—it’s because this is the only time El Cholo has its mouthwatering green corn tamales on the menu. Stuffed with cheese and Ortega chiles, this tamale is the best in LA. Wash it down with El Cholo’s blue agave margarita. One word: heaven. 1025 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica

Fresh Blackberry and Black Pepper Champagne Cocktail at Grub
Specialty cocktails are all the rage right now. Just ask chefs Denise DeCarlo and Betty Fraser, who founded the award-winning Hollywood restaurant Grub. This June, they are rolling out their unique fresh blackberry and black pepper Champagne cocktail. Crisp and tasty, it’s the perfect accompaniment to Grub’s signature California comfort food and is best enjoyed on the patio of the eatery, which is housed in a charming 1920s bungalow. 911 Seward St., Hollywood

Curried Cauliflower Salad at M Café
There’s nothing more fun on a weekend afternoon than a picnic with friends. But if you’re like us, you get tired of the same ol’ boring chicken salad. Instead pick up some of the summer deli salads at M Café. We especially like the curried cauliflower salad, which is made by high-heat roasting the cauliflower to bring out its sweetness. The salad is then seasoned with a house-made spice blend, creating an authentic Indian flavor. Delicious. 9433 Brighton Way, Beverly Hills

Summer of [BBQ] Love at Clementine
You can’t have a list of summer indulgences without including barbecue, and that’s where Clementine comes in. This summer it will offer a special weekday “Summer of [BBQ] Love” menu that features burgers, sausages and chicken sandwiches. Make sure to add a few of Clementine’s delicious sides to your order. Our favorite is Grandma’s Potato Salad. 1751 Ensley Ave., LA