Watermelon is a summer favorite for its juicy, sweet flesh that suits both sweet and savory dishes. Whether in a salad with jalapeños, on a pizza with feta cheese, in a refreshing cocktail—frozen or not—or enjoyed simply as a hydrating snack, its versatility and natural sweetness enhance any recipe, capturing the essence of summer in every bite.

Let’s pack up and head to the beach! This picnic cooler bag is bursting with some of my favorite beach treats. We'll kick things off with refreshing pitcher-style cocktails. The Coconut Water Mojito is perfect for those sizzling days under the sun, and the Long Island Iced Tea is definitely one for sharing.
Feeling a bit fancy? Try the Prawn and Smoked Salmon Ricotta on Chicory—super easy to prepare but oh-so-elegant. Keep it simple with Pesto Turkey and Cheese Wraps and Vegetable Turkey Pita Sandwich. Pair these with a crisp Kale Salad drizzled with balsamic vinaigrette for a fresh and tasty bite.
For the snack lovers, we've got Tzatziki and Roasted Garlic Hummus, perfect for dipping with Homemade Pita Chips. And don't forget dessert! Chocolate Chip Bars and Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats with White Chocolate Drizzle will satisfy any sweet tooth. Enjoy the sun, surf, and delicious food!

Happy Fourth of July. Let’s get started with a savory or sweet starter and cocktail? Take your pick, go savory with Roasted Black Cherries Over Goats Cheese & Black Cherry Lime Cocktail or sweet with Grand Marnier Fruit Salad with Grand Marnier Cream & Grand Marnier Fruit Punch. But really why choose? Have both! Next up, the mains. I went with two American classics, Italian Sausage and Peppers and Garlic Butter Steamed Clams. For the sides, I kept it simple and classic; Creamy Chive Potato Salad, Classic Coleslaw, and Husk On Grilled Corn. Jalapeno Lime Butter and Chive Blossom Butter are both delicious for smearing on the corn. Two amazing desserts that will go down a treat are my Watermelon Coconut Popsicles and Sponge Cake with Vanilla Cream and Summer Berries. The sponge is a perfect ending for the Fourth with it’s red, white, and blue proudly displayed.

Let’s kick off summer! A Watermelon Pizza with olives, feta, and mint is the perfect way to start. Drizzling homemade balsamic glaze on top really elevates the flavors and pairing it with a pitcher full of cool and refreshing Watermelon Punch is ideal! Now, lets get grilling, making Homemade Beef Burgers, topped with Pickled Onions and all the fixings. For epic sides I chose Seasoned Potato Wedges with Fry Sauce, Chargrilled Corn, and Broccoli Salad. It wouldn’t be a patriotic weekend without a bit of red white a blue. My Fresh Watermelon Cake ticks all the boxes and looks absolutley stunning. This cake needs to be displayed proudly! For those who need to cool down my Strawberry Crunch Ice Cream Bars will defintely do the trick. Enjoy and Happy Memorial Day!