Happy (almost) Fourth of July! While I'm one to embrace any long weekend, Fourth of July always feels that much more special since it's a celebration of all things summer with backyard barbecues, beach days, and fireworks. Since we just got back from Hawaii, we'll be mostly ...read more
The Fourth of July is one of my favorite holidays after Halloween, Christmas, Valentine's Day... okay, I love a lot of holidays, but anything that gives me a chance to unwind and spend time with my family is always welcome! Before our team broke for the extended weekend, we ...read more
The best part about Independence Day—fireworks and summer activities, aside—is how simple is can be to celebrate. Unlike other major holidays, where one or a few family members are tasked with cooking the majority of a meal (I'm looking at you, Thanksgiving), the Fourth always ...read more
The Fourth of July has always been one of my favorite holidays. Beyond what it represents for our country, it symbolizes a brief pause in an otherwise hectic summer that slips by too quickly. It's filled with grilled corn on the cob, bare feet on warmed bricks, chilled rosé and ...read more
With July 4th right around the corner, I rounded up some of my favorite summery recipes that would be the perfect complement to any backyard barbecue. Here's to a deliciously fun Independence Day!{Pie Pops}{Homemade Drumsticks}{Cappuccino Pops}{"Corn on the Cob" Cupcakes}{Peach ...read more
Long weekends are always welcomed, but there's something special about the 4th of July. When I was little, my parents would take me to the county fair and after going on all the rides and playing every carnival game, we'd head across the highway to A&W (one of the only fast food ...read more
In anticipation of the long holiday weekend, I hope everyone has a wonderful 4th of July. Mine will include finally seeing The Hangover, eating hot dogs and setting off some of the five dozen sparklers that I bought. ...read more