Summer Dinner on the Porch

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Some of the best tastes of summer—sweet peaches, fresh seafood, crisp vegetables from the garden, and sour cherries—star in this fantastic warm-weather menu.

Pancetta-Wrapped Peaches with Basil and Aged Balsamic
Chef Stuart Brioza sears sweet summer peaches in pancetta with fresh basil leaves for a crispy, juicy hors d’oeuvre.

Seafood-and-Chicken Paella with Chorizo
Chef Tamara Murphy breaks with tradition by sautéing the shrimp and steaming the mussels and clams before adding them to the paella during the last few minutes of cooking; this keeps the seafood moist and delicious.

Crunchy Vegetable Salad with Sautéed Peas and Radishes
This crunchy, summery salad by chef Laurent Gras uses six different kinds of vegetables and greens, giving every bite interesting flavor and texture.

Cherry-Almond Clafoutis
Chef Paul Virant uses seasonal cherries to re-create the classic French clafoutis recipe, which combines the best of two desserts: custard and cake.

Wine: 2007 La Vielle Ferme Blanc