Autumn Pumpkin-Java Milkshake by Robyn Savoie

Here's a less sweet version from the traditional milkshake. You combine fresh coffee, coffee ice cream, pumpkin and pow, instant afternoon pick-me up. If you wish to turn this into a adult beverage, add Kahlua pumpkin spice or pumpkin pie cream liquor. For the pint sized ghoul's and goblin's, use decaf coffee and no spirits.

Limeade Fizzler by "Cheffie Cooks"

Refreshing spring/summer non alcoholic drink, using my fresh limes

Sweet Southern Sun Tea by Wendi Taylor

Good, old-fashioned sweet tea cooked by mother nature & sweetened with real sugar. A traditional southern treat. Note: Yes, there is a school of thought that sun tea can be 'dangerous' because it doesn't get hot enough to kill bacteria - but people have been drinking it for hundreds of years. If you're skittish, don't do it,…

Hibiscus Iced Tea by Micheline

A hibiscus iced tea made with dried hibiscus flowers you have either picked and dried yourself or dried flowers you purchased. This tastes sweet and delicious on a hot summer day. It contains a lot of antioxidants, vitamin C and helps lower blood pressure.

Hibiscus Iced Tea (caffeine free) by Denise C.

Iced tea is a summer staple and this recipe combines a wonderful rich colour of hibiscus with a healthy boost of turmeric and ginger. This is has a rich twangy flavor, perfect for hot summer days or steamy evenings. Green rooibos is a caffeine-free herb that has a mild green-tea like flavour and contains antioxidants as well as…

Lime and mint Virgin Mojito by Hina Gujral

Though traditionally Mojito is cocktail made out of rum, sugar, lime juice, mint and sparkling water but virgin mojito is a revamped mock-tail version of the classic cocktail.

Carmel Macchiato Smoothie with Almond Butter by Betsy's Best

Betsy’s Best Carmel Macchiato Smoothie with Almond Butter recipe, a perfect blend for your morning routine. For more recipes, visit

Iced Lemon Pucker Chocolate Drink by Briimstone & Grumblenott

Florida's Orange Slush by "Cheffie Cooks"

NON-ALCOHOLIC SUMMER BEVERAGE

Watermelon Smoothie by Kelsey Martin

Inspired from the National Watermelon Promotion Board!

Banana, pecans and chocolate chips muffins by Malicia Flore

The other day, I discovered a nice dessert: the banana cake in the restaurant Factory&Co. This is the first time I tasted, because I'm not a fan of bananas usually. But here it was a stroke of heart, nay a revelation. This exquisite cake made capsized my taste buds ... and soft desire, with a slight touch of chocolate and cinnamon.…

Strawberry Lemonade with Fresh Strawberries by Doctor Jo

Strawberry lemonade made from freshly squeezed lemon juice and fresh strawberries are a winning combination. Roast the strawberries to extract all the flavor and juice from them.

Tropical Smoothie by Andrew Gluntz

This smoothie is great for during the summer or winter, spring or fall. It feels like you are in paradise. (NOTE: Does not actually take you to the beach)

Refreshing Iced tea by Prachi

Who wouldn't want the Iced tea with little spicy zesty taste in each sip in hot weather.

Pitcher of Cinnamon Sweet Tea by "Cheffie Cooks"

Delicious and refreshing in the warm months, serve over ice cubes and it'll cool you down.