How to Use surf and turf in a Sentence

surf and turf

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  • We both ordered the surf and turf.
  • Or, just gild the lily here and go for the surf and turf.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
  • For the main event go ahead and order a classic combo of surf and turf.
    — Ruth's Chris Steak House, Bon Appetit, 14 May 2018
  • Charcuterie and entrees from seafood to surf and turf to lamb chops.
    — Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 27 Dec. 2025
  • The main events are the pastas and wood-fire pizzas along with a surf and turf section.
    — Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 28 July 2023
  • Her piece was surf and turf, moving from the grove to the pool, and would be filmed in a single shot.
    — Michael Schulman, The New Yorker, 29 Oct. 2020
  • Perfect for a surf and turf night, or just a whole bunch of special dinner nights in a row.
    — Aly Walansky, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2023
  • For their first dinner, the guests request surf and turf — no French food, please.
    — Molly Fitzpatrick, Vulture, 18 Mar. 2024
  • Lunch took place on the yacht, with a private chef preparing a surf and turf platter.
    — Dave Quinn, Peoplemag, 25 Sep. 2023
  • Tomorrow's theme is surf and turf and will feature a lemon cheesecake.
    — Mckenzie Rankin, Axios, 8 Mar. 2025
  • Upgrade to surf and turf with a petite filet and lobster tail for $25.
    — Samantha Nelson, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
  • Nicolas Cage is putting the rumble and tumble into surf and turf.
    — Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 26 Feb. 2025
  • Popular sellers include the surf and turf burger (beef and crab cake?
    — Marc Bona, cleveland, 23 Feb. 2021
  • Freshly caught from the East Sea, the squid transforms the dish into a surf and turf.
    — Soon Kang, charlotteobserver, 20 Feb. 2018
  • American favorites, such as surf and turf, salads and wraps, are menu mainstays.
    — La Risa R. Lynch, Journal Sentinel, 1 May 2023
  • The stylish art deco restaurant sells surf and turf, lobster mac and cheese, roasted bone marrow and the like.
    — Dallas News, 26 May 2022
  • Go for surf and turf at one of the ship's most upscale options, Wake, while looking over, well, the ship's wake.
    — Meredith Carey, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Nov. 2018
  • New Year's Day specials include prime rib, duck breast, turkey, ham, surf and turf.
    — Leada Gore, AL.com, 29 Dec. 2017
  • In the open kitchen, for example, azure tiles and plain-sawn Douglas fir cabinetry nod to surf and turf.
    — Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 25 June 2026
  • The four-course dinner was any seafood lover’s dream, starting with scallops and vegetables and topping off with surf and turf.
    — Kylee McGuigan, Vogue, 30 July 2024
  • It's known for serving Southern surf and turf in an intimate setting ideal for date night.
    — Ellie Nan Storck, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2026
  • The restaurant offers a surf and turf meal for two for $72 that includes an 8-ounce prime rib and 6-ounce lobster tail.
    — Audrey Eads, Dallas News, 14 Dec. 2020
  • The Elimination challenge will pair up chefs to make a surf and turf creation, using local fish and game.
    — oregonlive, 6 May 2021
  • In-house specials include the house wedge salad, crabcakes and the surf and turf meal featuring an 8-ounce filet and crabcake.
    — Dallas News, 13 June 2020
  • The steakhouse served up a surf and turf meal for two through Valentine's Day last year with two 6 ounce juicy filets and two lobster tails.
    — Amanda Garrity, Good Housekeeping, 20 Jan. 2022
  • Sample seasonal surf and turf dishes in a historic home at Parrott's on Eleventh.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Their newest endeavor, Leluia Hall, a bright and airy surf and turf place in a historic former church, opened a year ago this month.
    — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2026
  • Five entree choices are offered including surf and turf, a Chilean sea bass, and a 16-ounce ribeye.
    — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 11 Feb. 2024
  • Five entree choices are offered including surf and turf, a Chilean sea bass, and a 16-ounce ribeye.
    — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 11 Feb. 2024
  • Auction paddles waved between speeches and presentations and surf and turf dinners.
    — Matt Baker, New York Times, 4 May 2026

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