Summer Meets Fall in the Kitchen | Odessa News

Odessa News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 3, 2026 · 1m

Summer’s not quite done, but fall’s already sneaking in — and your kitchen can handle both. With Labor Day pushed back and temps stubbornly warm, retailers are jumping the gun with pumpkin spice and Halloween candy, tricking us into thinking autumn is here. But don’t panic — the produce aisle still holds summer’s best: tomatoes, corn, peaches — while apples, squash, and herbs like sage start showing up. The magic? Blending seasons. Roast squash on salads, pair summer fruit with fall spices, swap basil for rosemary, or try a maple Dijon vinaigrette. Grill season isn’t over, but the oven’s…