What We’re Cooking for the 4th I’m planning an easy 4th of July menu that will feed a crowd, but won’t knock me off my feet in terms of prep and cook time. I want something different than burgers and dogs, although truthfully I love those too. Here’s some menu inspiration in case it helps…
Archives for June 2019
Fourth of July Favorites
Friday Live List: Fourth of July Favorites! My amazing assistant Melissa is planning an easy chili dog buffet for her 4th of July guests in Chappell Hill, complete with Teton Waters Ranch grass-fed sausages, buns, grated cheddar, relish, Bubbies sauerkraut, chopped red onion and Marcia’s Weeknight Chili. End the night with dessert served on these…
Grilled Chile-Lime Flank Steak
Grilled chile-lime flank steak is the ultimate feed-a-crowd meal. Marinate it with a Arbol chile and Mexican lime marinade and we’re talking about a delicious main dish, fajita fixing or chopped carne asada for tacos. With the 4th of July around the corner, I thought you might need this recipe in your back pocket. Marinate…
Summer Books, Podcasts and Shows
School is out, traffic is non-existent and everyone is road tripping, beach bound and European vacationing. This week, we’re sharing our favorite things to read, stream and listen to this summer. Melissa has trips to Washington D.C. and Newport, Rhode Island, and of course plenty of time in Chappell Hill, Texas, where the fig tree…
Father’s Day Gift Ideas 2019
Father’s Day Gift Guide Melissa here with a special “love list” as we honor all the dads out there. They are our “rocks” and we wouldn’t be the same without them. I am so fortunate to have had the BEST father, although our time together was way too short, and I’m so lucky to have…