Summertime, and the eating is easy.
TREAT
Cushy Cakes Summer Flavors
What: Organic, pie-inspired cupcakes ($20 for a dozen) like Key lime topped with graham cracker crumbles and strawberry or blueberry cream.
Why: Delivery anywhere in Miami-Dade or Broward is $15.
When: Dessert’s on you.
Where: 3300 NE 192nd St., Aventura (305-403-9295).
CELEBRATE
Fourth of July
What:Poolside picnic ($30 for adults, $9 for children under 12) with spectacular burgers, Coney Island hot dogs, barbecue ribs, grilled corn on the cob with bacon, assorted salads, and brownie sundaes.
Why: Prime viewing of the fireworks from the beach jetty.
When: Tonight. Picnic, 5-9 p.m.; fireworks, 9 p.m.
Where: One Bal Harbour Resort & Spa, 10295 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour (305-455 5400).
EAT
Sparky’s Roadside Barbecue
What: Prime-grade beef and pork dry rubbed with 24 ingredients, slow cooked over wild apple and hickory chips, and served with homemade sauces like guava habanero. Get half a rack of baby back ribs and two sides for $11.50.
Why: Desserts (banana pudding, apple crumble) made from one of the owner’s mom’s secret recipes.
When: Mon.-Fri., 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m.
Where: 204 NE 1st St. (305-377-2877).
SCORE
Free Shipping on Swirl
What: Last chance to get deeply discounted labels like Tart, Bulga, Coralia Leets, and Colette Malouf delivered to your door gratis.
Why: With complimentary returns, you can’t lose.
When: Offer ends tomorrow (July 5).
Where: Online at swirl.com.
DRINK
An Evening with Nino
What: Pairing event ($60) with Caffe Abbracci’s debonair, Venetian-born owner, Nino Pernetti, and witty wine expert Patrick Sullivan.
Why: Italian hors d’oeuvres, Maine lobster risotto, rib eye cooked in Barolo, lemon gelato, and vino to match.
When: Wed. Cocktails, 7:30 p.m.; dinner, 8 p.m.
Where: 318 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables (305-441-0700). R.S.V.P. required.
SIP
Fenom Fizz
What: A refreshing highball cocktail ($14) exclusive to SOFL made with absinthe, simple syrup, lemon juice, and a twist.
Why: Newly launched Fenom ($42 for a bottle) is colorless, mixer friendly, and only 80 proof.
When: Absinthe makes the heart grow fonder.
Where: Meat Market, 915 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach (305-532-0088).
Photo: Courtesy of Cushy Cakes














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