Speedy’s Hot Sauce is front and center this week. Owner and creator Jimmy Miller is an avid cyclist and outdoor enthusiast. His sauces are nuanced and layered, designed to enhance but not overpower. The famous #44 is a surprising combination that includes carrots, peaches, lime juice, peppers, vinegar and spices. Nothing artificial, no additives, gluten-free. This sauce is fun to use, locally-made by a home-town boy. Come try some.

Sandi’s Sandies is back, along with Bergey’s Blossoms. Check out our long list of regular local food folks. Each week is a little different, with always a lot to peruse.

On a handful of Saturdays, the city needs the street to be open. This week Virginia Beach graduations occur at the Convention Center. Please plan accordingly. Although 19th Street won’t be closed for us, the grassy lot and the lots along Cypress Avenue are available for parking as usual.

See you Saturday.

RECIPE

CUCUMBER-ONION-FETA SALAD

 Cucumbers are fresh in market now, and they make a great ingredient in a simple salad that is a cooling and refreshing addition to the summer table. Here’s how to make it:

Very thinly slice 3 medium cucumbers – with peel – and also very thinly slice 1 white onion; a sweet onion like Vidalia would be great and layer in a shallow glass dish.

In a medium non-reactive bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup white vinegar, 1/2 cup water, 1/3 cup sugar, and a dash each of kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; pour over cucumbers and onion.

Cover the dish and refrigerate at least an hour. Just before serving toss in cubed feta cheese and finely chopped parsley. Makes about 6 servings.

–    Chef Patrick Evans-Hylton

author of Dishing Up Virginia