Gather your friends for an end of summer party by showcasing the bounty of the sea in mini carved watermelon boats. Just hollow out the watermelon and prepare the feast. The design can be simple like a fishing boat or more elaborate like a Viking ship. (I prefer to place the ingredients in the watermelon just before guests arrive so everything presents freshness.) Sear scallops, boil & peel shrimp, and boil & crack crab claws. Wash and cut Romaine lettuce, small tomato bites, figs and ripe peaches. Steam shaved asparagus. Chill all the ingredients and fill the watermelons. Top with salad selections with a lovey lemon tarragon vinaigrette dressing and it is a crowd pleaser. © Kelly McBride Loft