Dining & Wine

Taste Of Summer: 4 Recipes Inspired By Every Summer After

June 16, 2026

Dining & Wine

The lakeside nostalgia, first loves, and endless cottage days of Every Summer After have officially made the leap from page to screen—and now, onto the plate. Inspired by the series’ dreamy Barry’s Bay setting and all the flavours of a Canadian summer, Rawcology co-owner and CMO Megan Loach Tomulka has created a collection of recipes designed to transport you straight to the dock. From sunrise parfaits and peachy smoothie bowls to campfire-worthy treats and snack boards made for sharing, these feel-good creations capture the magic of the season—one delicious bite at a time. —Noa Nichol

Barry’s Bay Berry Parfait

This parfait captures the warmth, sweetness, and nostalgia woven throughout Percy and Sam’s unforgettable summers at the lake. Layers of creamy yogurt, juicy Ontario berries, and crunchy granola evoke leisurely breakfasts on the dock before a day of swimming, boating, and making memories that linger long after summer ends. Finished with a drizzle of maple syrup and fresh mint, it’s a simple yet beautiful tribute to cottage mornings, endless sunshine, and the kind of love story that stays with you forever.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

  • 2 cups vanilla Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup fresh Ontario strawberries, sliced
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 cup Rawcology Grain-Free Granola (Strawberry with Beet Root and Blueberry, layered)
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Directions

  1. Stir maple syrup into yogurt.
  2. Layer yogurt, berries, and granola into glasses or mason jars.
  3. Repeat layers.
  4. Top with extra berries, granola, and mint.

Peach Sunrise Pancake Stack

Inspired by the golden mornings, lakeside breakfasts, and sweet nostalgia of Every Summer After

There’s something magical about summer mornings at the cottage, the sun glinting off the water, bare feet on the dock, and the smell of breakfast drifting through the screen door. This Peach Sunrise Pancake Stack captures that feeling with fluffy pancakes layered with maple-kissed peaches and creamy yogurt. It’s the kind of breakfast Sam and Percy might have shared before heading out for a day on the lake. It’s also made with blender pancakes that are incredibly easy and minimal mess for more time in the lake.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the Pancakes

  • 1 ripe banana
  • 2 large egg
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Half a peach diced
  • ½ cup gluten free rolled oats

For the Maple Peach Topping

  • 3 ripe peaches, sliced
  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of sea salt

For Serving

  • 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt or whipped cream
  • Extra maple syrup
  • Fresh peach slices
  • Toasted pecans or blueberry grain free granola  
  • Mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the Peach Topping

In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add sliced peaches, maple syrup, cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peaches soften and become glossy while still holding their shape. Remove from heat and set aside.

2. Make the Pancake Batter

In a blender or magic bullet, combine all ingredients and pulse.

3. Cook the Pancakes

Heat a lightly greased skillet or griddle over medium heat. Pour approximately ¼ cup batter per pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges begin to set, about 2–3 minutes. Flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes until golden brown. Repeat with remaining batter.

4. Assemble the Stack

Place one pancake on a serving plate. Add a spoonful of vanilla Greek yogurt or whipped cream, and a few maple peaches and blueberry grain free granola. Repeat, creating a tall stack of pancakes, peaches, and yogurt. Finish with extra peach slices, a drizzle of maple syrup, and a sprinkle of toasted granola or pecans.

Campfire Cherry Crisp Jars

Long after the sun slips behind the trees and the lake turns glassy and still, summer evenings in Barry’s Bay are made for gathering around the campfire.

These Campfire Cherry Crisp Jars capture the simple pleasures of cottage life, sweet Ontario cherries bubbling beneath a golden oat-and-chocolate coconut granola topping. Warm, comforting, and effortlessly rustic, this dessert brings together the flavors of a Canadian summer and the nostalgia of unforgettable nights by the lake.

Ingredients (Serves 6)

Cherry Filling

  • 4 cups dark sweet cherries, pitted
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla

Crisp Topping

  • 1½ cups Rawcology Chocolate Grain Free Granola
  • ¼ cup rolled oats
  • 2 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup

Directions

  1. Combine cherries, maple syrup, lemon juice, and vanilla.
  2. Divide into oven-safe jars or ramekins.
  3. Mix topping ingredients and sprinkle over cherries.
  4. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20–25 minutes.
  5. Serve warm.

Optional: Top with vanilla ice cream or whipped coconut cream.

Tropical Dockside Smoothie Bowl

Just like Percy and Sam’s sprawling, nostalgia-drenched summers in Barry’s Bay, this Tropical Dockside Smoothie Bowl captures the essence of long, hazy days spent by the water. The bright, tart lime and tropical fruits deliver the feeling of a perfect summer getaway, making it exactly the kind of vibrant, refreshing bowl you’d want while sitting on the edge of the dock with your feet dangling in the lake.

Ingredients

The Base:

  • 1/4 cup frozen mango
  • 1/4 cup frozen cherries
  • 1/4 cup frozen banana
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
  • 2 tbsp lime juice

The Toppings:

  • Rawcology Strawberry Grain-Free Granola
  • Your favourite “tropical toppings”

Instructions

  1. Blend the base: In a high-powered blender, combine the frozen mango, frozen cherries, frozen banana, coconut milk, vanilla protein powder, and lime juice.
  2. Achieve the texture: Blend on medium-high speed until completely smooth and thick. You may need to use a tamper or pause to scrape down the sides to keep that thick, spoonable smoothie bowl consistency.
  3. Assemble and top: Pour the base into a clean, minimalist bowl. Top generously with your Strawberry Grain-Free Granola and your chosen toppings.
  4. Serve immediately: Enjoy cold, preferably outside in the sun.

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