August, the time of year when your garden is flourishing in the summer sun and you can pick ingredients for your family’s dinner by simply stepping out of your back door. It’s the best month for garden-fresh food and, right now, I have a bounty of both tomatoes and basil in my backyard begging to be picked, sliced, and devoured.

I have recipe after recipe running through my head that I could make with these ingredients, from Caprese salads to pasta dishes and sauces. They’re all delicious, and I’m sure I’ll be mixing them up by summer’s end.

But do you ever get the itch to do something a little unexpected? Like swapping out that Friday night glass of wine for a tangy margarita. Or kicking off your flip-flops and putting on a pair of sky-high heels. In the spirit of upgrading, I’m trading in the traditional house salad for a unique combination that’s seasonal, exciting, and incredibly s...