The arrival of summer brings with it the season’s vibrant flavors, such as grilled favorites, fresh produce, and refreshing ingredients that enhance the dining experience. Our Summer Specials Menu at [Cafe Mocha Muse] is full of strong flavors, regional ingredients, and a few surprises that capture the essence of summer. You should use food to celebrate each season. She made the coffee. She drank the coffee.
🌽Summer special Grilled Corn & Avocado Salad
Black beans corn avocado red onion tomato salad with lime dressing. toning. Our chefs grill sweet corn grown nearby to highlight its inherent sugars This salad’s tangy lime vinaigrette unifies the creamy Hass avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, pickled red onions, and cotija cheese. It’s the ideal combination of citrusy, creamy, and smoky flavors—a cool beginning to your summer meal.
Ideal For:
A nutritious lunch
A side dish to go with your preferred main course
Visitors looking for vegetarian or gluten-free options
🍤 Citrus-Marinated Grilled Shrimp
Our grilled shrimp dish, which draws inspiration from the flavors of coastal summer, is marinated in a mixture of fresh orange, lime, garlic, cilantro, and a touch of chili for added zing. We serve it with a sweet and mildly spicy mango-pineapple salsa over wild rice pilaf. With each bite of this dish, which is finished with a citrus butter drizzle, you are transported to a beachside retreat.
Reasons to Love It:
Vibrant tropical tastes
Light but fulfilling
Perfect for those who enjoy seafood
🍑 Peach & Burrata Flatbread – A Sweet-Savory Delight
This unusual appetizer (or light entrée) begins with a thin, crispy flatbread topped with prosciutto, thin slices of grilled peaches, and creamy burrata cheese. A balsamic glaze and a handful of fresh arugula for peppery contrast are added at the end. It’s an explosion of flavor that you can share or keep to yourself.
Why It Is Unique:
blends elements of sweetness, salt, and creaminess.
Gorgeous display
A conversation starter for any table
🍹 Summer special Sips: Cool, Creative Cocktails
Without a beverage, no summer menu would be complete. Using premium spirits, fresh fruit, and herbs, our bar staff has created a delightful selection of seasonal cocktails.
The Watermelon Basil Mojito, which consists of fresh watermelon juice, muddled basil, rum, lime, and soda, is one of the featured summer cocktails.
Fresh lime, tequila, pineapple puree, and a touch of jalapeño make up the Spicy Pineapple Margarita.
Cool cucumber, gin, mint syrup, and a dash of soda combine to make a cucumber mint gin fizz.
Not consuming alcohol?
Inquire about our mocktails, which are equally delicious and completely alcohol-free.
🍓 Dessert of the Season: Strawberry Shortcake Sundae
This dessert is perfect for summertime. Macerated local strawberries, scoops of creamy vanilla bean ice cream, whipped cream, and a dash of mint are layered on top of fluffy vanilla shortcake. It’s rich without being heavy, fruity, and cool—everything a summer dessert ought to be.
Pro Tip: Get two spoons with your order. Or don’t. We will not pass judgment.
Why Seasonal Menus Matter(Summer special)
As the seasons change, we switch up our specials to:
Utilize local, fresh ingredients to bring out their best flavors.
Encourage local producers and farmers.
Maintain a lively and novel dining experience.