Summer Entertaining

Throw a Fab Memorial Day Fête With No Flag-Themed Cupcakes!

Courtney Cachet | Posted 05.24.2012

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Courtney Cachet

With Memorial Day marking the unofficial start of summer season, it's also grilling season, bikini season and my all-time favorite -- no-cook summer recipes! These way-beyond-easy tips will help you spend more time having fun and less time cooking.

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Throw a Last-Minute Cinco De Mayo Party and Not Be a Caliente Mess!

Courtney Cachet | Posted 05.04.2012

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Courtney Cachet

I love Cinco De Mayo! I mean, duh -- tacos, margaritas, colorful décor. What's not to love?

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Red Velvet, White and Blue

Rachel Thebault | Posted 09.01.2011

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Rachel Thebault

People love red velvet cake. Some of our customers are completely crazed by it. Regardless of where you fall, you have to admit it's the perfect choice for a Fourth of July celebration.

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No Mess Desserts

Rachel Thebault | Posted 08.24.2011

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Rachel Thebault

I was brainstorming some ideas for no-mess summer desserts, and my sister suggested one of her favorite treats -- meringues. They're light enough that you can eat a few and not worry about how you look in your pretty new dress!

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Party in the U.S.A.!

Colleen Mullaney | Posted 05.25.2011

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Colleen Mullaney

You don't need fireworks to show your patriotic colors this weekend. At my house, cool drinks add just the right splash to our annual party. So get hosting this 4th of July and create your own Classic All-American Bash!

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Fabulous July 4th Party: Simple, Stylish and Affordable

Courtney Cachet | Posted 05.25.2011

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Courtney Cachet

Entertaining at home should be simple, fun, easy and affordable. If you throw any of these out of the mix it does not make for a good time. The key is to just keep it simple.

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In Defense of the Staycation

Courtney Cachet | Posted 05.25.2011

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Courtney Cachet

I have a husband, two toddlers, and a really busy career. The thought of sitting in traffic for endless hours or grappling with airline security over a sippy cup and my 10 ounce tube of Fekkai conditioner is just not that appealing to me.

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Outdoor Entertaining with Style: Go Out on a Limb (That's Where the Fruit Is)

Jill Brooke | Posted 05.25.2011

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Jill Brooke

Considering that the majority of meals are served buffet style during the summer with the grill in active use, perhaps it's time to use the colors of summer as a launching pad.

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Serious Barbecue

Amy Ephron | Posted 05.25.2011

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Amy Ephron

Serious Barbecue is a serious barbecue book. Many of the recipes require that you marinate and do all sorts of things to the meat yourself before you even get down to the grilling part.

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