You don't need to spend all your frequent flier miles to taste exotic cuisine. Instead, plan a global potluck party during your summer staycation. Ask guests to bring a dish that represents their favorite far-off destination—or assign everyone a different country if you're worried about a dinner table full of coq au vin, cassoulet and éclairs. You can order a bag of international flag toothpicks to send out with the invites.

To get you started, we have this Italian recipe from Chef Ralph Scamardella, the executive chef of Las Vegas hot spot Lavo. Buon appetito!

Grilled Asparagus With Prosciutto and Lemon
1 pound of jumbo asparagus 
8 oz sliced Parma prosciutto (thin)
1 oz fresh lemon juice
3 oz extra-virgin olive oil
Black pepper
Salt
1 oz chopped basil

Peel and boil the asparagus until tender; cool in ice bath, drain and set aside. Heat the grill, season the asparagus and move on the grill until nicely charred. Cool the asparagus and then mix the lemon juice and olive oil and season. Wrap the prosciutto around the asparagus, then drizzle with the dressing. Garnish with the basil and serve.