9 Foods That You Probably Never Thought About Grilling

If you are tired of all of your old stand-bys when it comes to grilling, Isla Del Sol luxury condominiums at the Lake of the Ozarks has a few new ideas for you.  You've probably never even considered throwing a few of these on your grill, but once you give them a try, we think that you're going to love how they taste.    

1. Pizza

Pizza tastes awesome from the grill.  Place the flattened dough, brushed with a bit of olive oil, on the grill.  Once you get grill marks, remove it, add your toppings (to the cooked side), then place it back on the heat for a couple of minutes until the cheese is bubbly.  

2. Oysters

Place this delicious seafood on the grill, flat-side up, for about 5 minutes.  You will know they are done when the shells open up.  If the meat inside is hot, then they are ready to eat.  

3. Quesadillas

Just like with the pizza dough, brush on a bit of olive oil and place the tortilla on the grill.  Add your cheese and toppings, and once the cheese begins melting, fold the tortilla over with a spatula.  The melted cheese will seal it up nicely for you.    

4. Avocado

An avocado will pick up the delicious smoky flavor of a grill in just seconds. Cook for about 5 minutes.  A tasty way to finish them is to add a little salt, lime, and a drizzle of honey.  

5. Tomatoes

Cherry tomatoes on a skewer come out hot and juicier than ever.  These are perfect for a side alone, or you can add a few other veggies to the skewer and really tempt your taste buds.  

6. Bread

A nice, crusty loaf of bread tastes great with any meal, but grilling it steps it up another notch.  Brush on some olive oil, maybe rub on a bit of garlic or other seasoning, and grill for about 3 minutes or until lightly charred.  

7. Pound Cake

Slice it up, brush it with melted butter, grill it, and top with some fresh fruit or the next two items on our list for a yummy dessert.  

8. Peaches

Sliced peaches fresh off of the grill are incredible by themselves, but pair them with some ice cream and you'll be very happy.  

9. Watermelon

As the heat evaporates the water in this fruit, a caramelized exterior develops with a flavorful, juicy core.  You can add to the flavor with a sprinkle of salt and a squeeze of citrus.

There are a few main dishes, some sides, and couple of dessert options for you.  You can make an entire meal from this list, but if they look a little odd to you, maybe try one at a time.  There are still plenty of good days left to step out on your patio and fire up the grill.  Your Lake of the Ozarks waterfront condominium is the perfect place to kick back and enjoy any one of these unique dishes.  

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27th Annual Lake of the Ozarks Shootout

The 27th Annual Lake of the Ozarks Shootout has events going on every day next week, beginning this Friday, August 21, and ending with the exciting timed races on August 29 & 30.  Isla Del Sol luxury condominiums at the Lake of the Ozarks has the event schedule right here for you so that you don't have to miss out on any of the fun.

The races themselves will take place next to Captain Ron's Bar and Grill, but many of the other events will be in different locations around the Lake.  We have the basic schedule here, but you can find detailed information, like directions, history, individual event details, and much more, on the Shootout Website. 

FRIDAY, AUG. 21

2nd Annual Border Xpressions Shootout Pontoon Poker Run
This is for boats and pontoons 32 foot and under.

6th Annual Mini Shootout Registration and Meet & Greet at Papa Chubby's.  Mini race boats compete for best speed.  5:00 pm.

SATURDAY, AUG. 22

6th Annual Mini Shootout at Papa Chubby's

9 am - noon:  practice runs

1 pm - 4 pm:  races

SUNDAY, AUG. 23

6th Annual Mini Shootout at Papa Chubby's

9 am - noon:  races

1 pm - 4 pm:  races

7th Annual Shootout Benefit Golf Tournament at Old Kinderhook

Noon:  registration and lunch

1 pm:  shotgun start

MONDAY, AUG. 24

The Great Shootout Treasure Hunt at Captain Ron's & Buccaneer Bay

For a $20 ticket, you can dig for buried treasure on the beach.  This particular activity benefits the Kids Harbor Advocacy Center.

5 pm- 6 pm:  social hour

6 pm - 7 pm:  treasure hunt

TUESDAY, AUG. 25

Shootout Volleyball Tournament at Captain Ron's

4 pm - 8 pm

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 26

Shootout on the Bagnell Dam Strip Meet and Greet

Raceboats will be on display, and the drivers and their race teams will be on hand to visit with you.  There will also be vendor booths along the strip.  

5 pm - 10 pm:  open to the public

THURSDAY, AUG. 27

"Make a Wish" Powerboat Rides at Dock 3

noon - 4 pm

Poly Lift Poker Run Registration and Kick-off Party at Performance Boat Center.  This will also include a meet and greet with the racers and a benefit auction.

4 pm - 9 pm

Stereo Shootout at Camden on the Lake

6 pm

FRIDAY, AUG. 28

Poly Lift Poker Run at Backwater Jack's

7:30 am - 10 am

Racer Village and Vendor Booths at Buccaneer Bay

9 am - 5 pm:  open to the public

SATURDAY, AUG. 29

Races

8:30 am - 5 pm

Racer Village and Vendor Booths at Buccaneer Bay

9 am - 5 pm:  open to the public

SUNDAY, AUG. 30

Racer Village and Vendor Booths at Buccaneer Bay

9 am - 4 pm:  open to the public

Races

10 am - 4 pm

Awards Ceremony

4 pm

The Lake of the Ozarks Shootout is the biggest unsanctioned boat race in the country.  It is expected to bring in over 75,000 people to watch the best powerboats in the world race the clock to win the honor of "Top Gun."  It also raises lots of money for many local charities and organizations throughout the Lake area.  The best place to watch is from a boat along the course, but you will be able to find the Shootout broadcast on local television stations, too.

This is just one more of the many reasons to own a waterfront condominium at the Lake of the Ozarks.  This week-long event gets better and better each year.  If you have a permanent place to stay while you are here at the Lake, you never have to miss any of the fun.  

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Storage Solutions for Condo Living

People love bringing home stuff.  Often, before realizing it, that stuff piles up quickly and clutter is suddenly everywhere you look!  Our Lake of the Ozarks waterfront condominiums offer plenty of living space, but if you start collecting a lot of stuff, you may need to get a little more creative about your storage solutions.  Here are a few helpful ideas to get everything out of your way and in its proper place.  

The Walls

Walls are mostly used for hanging pictures, but they are a great place for additional home storage.  In the office, adding floating shelves above your desk utilizes a lot of otherwise empty space.  Files that you don't often need in hand can be stored at the top.

You can hang kitchen utensils that are used often on the wall space between the counter and the cabinets.  Stirring spoons, spatulas, colanders, pots, pans, measuring cups... items like that.  A hanging cup rack doubles as decor if you put your prettiest mugs on it.  This simple solution frees up a lot of drawer and counter space. 

Closet Space

Your closet is not necessarily limited to its obvious dimensions.  When you get a little creative with the area, you can double its space.  Adding shelving like in the photo to the right allows you to put in an extra hanging rack, using the lower space that often remains empty. Drawer dividers can be added to increase the amount of what can fit into them.  There are also over-the-door hanging shelves that use up even more usually-empty space.  

Double Duty Furniture

The very best way to increase your storage space without adding furniture is to buy pieces that have storage hidden inside of them.  Storage ottomans are great for this.  They can be used as extra seating or table space, but also allow you to keep items inside of them and out of sight.  Benches are also great seats that have plenty of room for stuff underneath.    

A captain's bed comes with built in drawers underneath the frame.  Some coffee tables have a top that lift up to desk level, with a storage space underneath. 
   

There are lots more ideas out there for some pretty awesome ways to keep your clutter at bay.  Pinterest.com is an excellent resource, especially if you are a crafty person.  If not, then you can usually buy what you see there from someone that is, or directly from a furniture store.  The beautiful Lake of the Ozarks luxury condominiums of Isla Del Sol may start out looking similar to each other, but implementing some of these ideas will give you a functional, unique space all your own.  

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The Best Luxury Waterfront Condominiums at the Lake of the Ozarks

If you haven't had a chance yet, you really should stop by the best luxury condominiums at the Lake of the Ozarks and take a look at the wonderful private island paradise that is waiting for you to call it home.  Isla Del Sol is surrounded by the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks in one of the widest channels of the lake.  Our residents enjoy the breathtaking view, incredible amenities, and easy access to the Lake area by both water and land.

  

The Condos

The Lake of the Ozarks waterfront condominiums of Isla Del Sol are made up of three different buildings of 30 units each.  You can choose to live in either Zeus, Venus, or Neptune.  The units consist of a master suite plus two more bedrooms, a family room, dining room, kitchen, laundry room, two bathrooms, and a covered terrace. 

The Amenities

Isla Del Sol is surrounded by water, yet still accessible by land due to the newly built causeway.  Gorgeous views of the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks are visible from every part of our island.  We feature an exquisite lakeside pool with fountains and a splash playground for the kids.  Below you will find all of the bonus perks of owning an Isla Del Sol luxury condominium. 

• Private Island Living
• Panoramic Lake Front Views
• A Beautiful Lake Side Pool with Fountains
• Pool Side Sun Deck with Lounge Chairs, Tables, and Showers
• Direct Elevator Access to All Residential Floors
• Boat Docks and PWC Slips
• Ample Resident Parking
• Available Private Storage Lockers
• Dog Walking Area

Stop by soon. We would absolutely love to show you around. You can experience true Lake lifestyle living in one of our wonderful waterfront condos at the Lake of the Ozarks. Set apart from the mainland, yet still close enough to get everywhere nearby easily. You are sure to find the perfect place to make your home at the Lake right here at Isla Del Sol.

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