Dreary January has us dreaming of summer rest and relaxation in the Colorado mountains, with nature up close and personal.

One shaken, one stirred: check out these two recipes for light, refreshing and yet quite sophisticated summer cocktails.

Boreas Pass in central Colorado is scenic, lovely, unspoiled and a call from nature to join her.

You can whip up a delicious caprese in 10 minutes or less, and the result is so satisfying and appealing you’ll want to do it again tomorrow.

Bruschetta is so simple, so summery, so garlicky-good. Ripe red tomatoes meet their life partner in soft green basil, with garlic and oil to seal their commitment.

Summer memories and haiku.

Pair a quick-marinated and grilled pork tenderloin with fresh fruit and pasta salad for the perfect summer meal on the patio.

Throw down a quick appetizer with bright summer flavors by adding brie and jam to Belgian endive.