1.   But new entrees such as shellfish risotto and a salad of field greens, wild mushrooms and gorgonzola with raspberry vinaigrette add some creativity.

2.   Dressing them with a simple raspberry vinaigrette works nicely, too.

3.   Seared duck breast on mixed greens with a raspberry vinaigrette.

4.   Stuff the cooler with specialties such as raspberry vinaigrette chicken salad with walnuts or a no-mayo California tuna salad with champagne vinaigrette.