Fourth of July is right around the corner and with some traveling next week, I'm trying to narrow down our options and get a menu and such set. Whether or not we're traveling on the holiday, we love hosting a BBQ every year either on or just before/after the holiday.
For the Looks:
I love me some patriotic apparel - mostly white and blue, but that works. Also, with the Olympics coming up in August, any of these pieces would be sure to be used again.
For the Menu:
We like to keep it classic & simple with the traditional hamburgers and hot dogs on the fourth but there are so many creative & festive sides to add to the menu. Also, a condiment bar like below is the perfect way to add something extra for the simple entree.
red & blue pasta salad | fruit salad | bbq corn on the cob | potato salad with bacon & siriacha | taco salad flag |
bbq deviled eggs | potato skewers | bbq baked beans & sausage
For the Treats:
I'm having hard time narrowing down the dessert because I pretty much want to make everything below - it all looks so good.
fireworks pudding cookies | red, white & blue cake batter dip | brownie, marshmallow & fruit kabobs |
coconut water & berry popsicles | patriotic popcorn | chocolate pretzel bites | individual s'mores
coconut water & berry popsicles | patriotic popcorn | chocolate pretzel bites | individual s'mores
How will you be celebrating this year??
All those desserts look amazing, I can definitely see why it is hard to choose. Can't wait to hear what you guys end up with!
ReplyDeleteMy parents always throw a huge 4th of July picnic each year at their farm. I mean, we're talking 80 people attending! I usually bring a dessert and so I'm on the lookout for a patriotic one this year--love the ones you have in this post!
ReplyDeleteSarah at MeetTheShaneyfelts
I'm officially hungry now! One of my favorite holidays, I love all the red, white, and blue, beach/pool/lake time, fireworks, and of course the food. Great idea to reuse these pieces for the upcoming Olympic games <3
ReplyDeleteGreen Fashionista
We always do hot dogs and hamburgers too but I would love to mix it up and make some of those pretty treats!
ReplyDeleteugh i love fourth of july parties. the options are almost endless for cute food and attire! i love those earrings paired with a cute top and jean shorts or something. that off the shoulder one is adorable. and that fruit salad - yum! ok all of it ha
ReplyDeletexoxo cheshire kat
These are so on point. 4th of July outfits and party weekends are my favorite. Love your food picks!
ReplyDeleteI think my 4th of July outfit is going to be my white pom pom top and either red or blue shorts!
ReplyDeleteI'm loving all of the food choices! That Flag Taco Dip looks delicious - I might have to try it out!
ReplyDeleteMY ABSOLUTE FAVORITE HOLIDAY! I will definitely be making the dessert kebabs for the kids at the shore! Who am I kidding, I'm actually making them for me...
ReplyDeleteSuch fun festive ideas! I love that you host something every year :)
ReplyDeleteXo, Evelina @ Fortunate House
Yep, I LOVE red white and blue apparel! I'm totally digging that Freedom tank!
ReplyDeleteI just saw the red and blue pasta salad on Pinterest yesterday and thought it was such a great idea! The BBQ corn on the cob sounds delicious, too!
ReplyDeletexo, Rachel
A Blonde's Moment
I love that freedom tank!
ReplyDeleteWe're going to be in the country this year, but you'd better believe that we're going to have lots of red, white, and blue things all around! You also can't go wrong with Kendra Scott items either because she has so many great colors!
ReplyDeleteI would love nothing more than to have all those desserts like right now! Loving that Red, White and Blue tee, too - so cute!
ReplyDeleteI can't believe it's almost July! Loving all your picks for one of my favorite holidays! Xo, Stephanie
ReplyDeleteLove all your picks!! I keep joking and saying that I need to get a July 4th tank top from Old Navy and go old school lol
ReplyDeleteThat corn looks so good and yes to deviled eggs. Highly underrated.
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