If we have to suffer at the hands of corn sweat, at least people like Chef Aaron Cross Wells-Morgan and the team at Lazia make the most of each kernel, purely for our culinary enjoyment.

Lazia Restaurant is Italian cuisine at its foundation, but leaves itself open to regional, seasonal, or creative adjustments. The new summer menu leans on in-season produce, specifically sweet corn, cherry tomatoes, and basil.

To kick off an unpretentious date night, the staff at Lazia recommended that we try the new tomato cocktail they’ve been workshopping. Reposado Reverie from Lazia Bartender Brittney Lumos encapsulates a fresh tomato experience: a savory first impression with a whisper of acidity, that finishes with a brief moment of sweetness. To achieve this, reposado tequila and mezcal are joined

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