So much to do, so much to eat. However, on obtrusively hot days like today (in Central New York), spending time in the kitchen isn’t the top priority on anyone’s list. It’s too damn hot to work with an oven; making toast this morning was a bit much as well.

Here’s a recap of the weekend, some meals from the past few days, and some tips to help you stay cool in the kitchen. This week’s Inevitable Coffee Ring update: Light Fare, Local Flavor.

By the way … Syracuse New Times now has a comment option for the articles! Finally!