Summer: A Cookbook Independence Day

Summer: A Cookbook Independence DayHot weather cooking doesn't have to mean take out food. Appealing recipes in this book include Fantastic Focaccia Sandwiches, Grilled Shrimp Louie salad, and pass around the beach picnic fare (hello, Spicy Pineapple Spears and Landlubber's Lobster Rolls). It's a cookbook and more, complete with party menus how to choose between a Paella Party and Grilled Rib Revelry? tiki cocktails, Five Minute Fros, tips on building a beach firepit, and the like.

Kick back and enjoy some Sullivan's Punch

and refreshing drinks to mix up in crowd-friendly batches

the only bug you'll see is the graphic one silk-screened on the luminous container

a baguette and a few items of fresh produce

Inside you'll find the versatile Lavender Simple Syrup from Pink House Alchemy

Pair with Salt & Twine’s Classic Bistro Salami

" this is a versatile syrup you'll enjoy experimenting with in the kitchen and at the bar

veggies and ranch

and this 1

Matt Hranek

Thyme takes center stage in this aromatic blend

Begin with an open & eat vegetable antipasto with crostini accompaniment