From Better Homes and Gardens

Serve this refreshing brunch cocktail at the start of a brunch. It's a tropical take on the classic orange juice and champagne beverage.

Pineapple Mimosas

From Family Circle

Ketchup and crushed pineapple make a zesty sauce for these pork chops. A little vinegar and brown sugar add sweet and sour notes to continue the Island theme.

Hawaiian Pork Chops

From Betty Crocker

Whip up Betty Crocker® Gluten Free yellow cake mix to create a delicious fruit-topped dessert.

Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

From Better Homes and Gardens

In lieu of the traditional luau roast pig, try this recipe of little bites of ham and marmalade-glazed tropical fruit.

Ham-Wrapped Pineapple Bites

From Better Homes and Gardens

This fruit-filled spice cake is topped with cream cheese frosting then decorated with chopped pecans.

Hummingbird Cake

From Better Homes and Gardens

It would truly be a tropical paradise if these pineapple-shaped cakes grew on trees. The trick? This snack recipe starts with a Twinkie!

Island Cakes

From Pepperidge Farm Puff Pastry

This classic French "thousand leaves" dessert is easy to make when you use puff pastry shells. The shells are simply layered with fresh pineapple and an orange-and-rum scented pastry cream to make an unforgettable dessert.

Pineapple Mille-Feuille

From Fine Cooking Magazine

This cake freezes beautifully: cool it completely, wrap it securely in plastic, and then in aluminum foil.

Pineapple Crumble Snack Cake

From Pepperidge Farm Puff Pastry

Have you ever tried grilled pineapple? This is your chance...and when it's combined with ginger and coconut on a warm puff pastry crust, it's outstanding!

Grilled Pineapple Tart

From Better Homes and Gardens

Fill layers of these delicately thin pancakes with sweetened cream cheese, then top with pineapple-berry sauce.

Cheesecake Crepes

From Better Homes and Gardens

Let the kids use vegetables, fruits, and nuts to make faces on salads, then watch as they gobble them up.

Smiling Pineapple Salads

From Better Homes and Gardens

Crunchy, sweet topping covers layers of chocolate cream cheese and bananas in this dessert recipe that doubles as an appetizer.

Sweet Banana Bruschetta

From Food & Wine

Bubbly drinks in all their forms, from sparkling wine to fizzy ginger beer, inspire an effervescent bubble party. Pair them with a cool Vietnamese-style noodle salad tossed in a bright (and fat-free) citrus dressing.

Hibiscus-Ginger Beer Zingers

From Food & Wine

Baked Alaska is a layer of cake covered with ice cream and meringue and broiled. In this version, Grace Parisi skips the cake: Instead, she tops ice cream (preferably coconut) with pineapple chunks that have been sauteed with store-bought dulce de leche, then spoons a quick meringue over the fruit and broils until golden.

Caramelized-Pineapple Baked Alaskas

From Better Homes and Gardens

These curried pineapple slices add a tropical touch to your backyard barbecue.

Grilled Curried Pineapple

From Better Homes and Gardens

Grill skewers of fresh pineapple, rich avocado and tender scallops for a quick and easy meal that takes your taste buds to the tropics.

Pineapple and Scallop Skewers

From Better Homes and Gardens

This creamy, fruit drink is a delicious blend of pineapple, mango, and banana. Mix this creamy smoothie for breakfast, snack, or dessert.

Luscious Fruit Smoothie

From Better Homes and Gardens

Wow your guests with this flaming low-fat dessert. Use rum that is at least 70 proof.

Pineapple Flambe

From Betty Crocker

Make sensational shrimp! The secret is the peppy citrus marinade that goes together in minutes.

Grilled Spicy Garlic Shrimp, Pepper and Pineapple Kabobs

From Better Homes and Gardens

Richer than angel food cake, chiffon cake is just as airy and light and makes such a pretty dessert.

Pineapple Chiffon Cake

From Better Homes and Gardens

The rich caramel and butter frosting hardens while it cools sealing in the moist goodness of this layer cake recipe.

Caramel-Frosted Hummingbird Cake

From Betty Crocker

For a twist on a traditional dessert, top crushed pineapple with peach halves. Delicious!

Peachy Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

From Better Homes and Gardens

If you are looking for an alcoholic beverage for your next get together, try this pretty drink. Canned sweetened coconut and pineapple juice provide the sweetness.

Blue Beauty

From Better Homes and Gardens

Dark rum gives this tropical sipper a golden hue. For swizzle sticks, thread assorted fresh fruits onto short wooden skewers.

Patio Coolers

From Better Homes and Gardens

These refreshing kabobs make a colorful display on any buffet table.

Minted Fruit Kabobs