Summer Party Planning Guide
May 18, 2009 by Linette Gerlach
Filed under 4th of July, Barbecues, Summer Parties
We have a great resource here at She Knows Parties for planning your Memorial Day, 4th of July, or Summer party. From drinks to decorations, here are a few of my favorite recipes, cocktails, decorating ideas, and tips to help you plan a wonderful summer celebration.
Image (c) L Gerlach
Summer Party Food and Recipes
It’s time to break out the grill, and enjoy those fresh in-season fruits and vegetables. Marinated or rubbed, chilled or grilled here are some recipes to get you started on your summer party planning.
- Carlo’s Grilled Swordfish Kabobs
- 60 Barbecue Recipes
- Beef Rubs and Marinades
- Teriyaki Pork Kabobs
- Chipotle Dijon Barbecue Short Ribs
- Healthy Barbecue Survival Guide
- Miller Beer Brats
- Homemade BBQ Sauce
- Spring and Summer Salad Ideas
Image (c) L Gerlach
Summer Dessert Ideas
I love summer desserts, they’re lighter and fruitier with all those delicious fresh fruits, cool ice cream, and whipped topping. Dessert’s always better in the summer!
- 50 Summer Dessert Ideas
- Homemade Strawberry Pie
- Award Winning Cherry Berry Pie
- Blackberry Hand Pies
- Chocolate Strawberry Trifle
- Strawberry Shortcake
- 10 Recipes for Strawberry Season
- Summer Fruit Dessert Ideas
Image via mealtime.org
Summer Cocktails
Summer cocktails are easy to make, and fun to drink. Just make sure you and your friends drink responsibly. Most of these recipes take advantage of yummy summer fruity flavors
- Backyard Bar Cocktail Recipes
- Outdoor Cocktail Party Ideas
- Watermelon Punch
- Tuaca Vanilla Berry
- Watermelon Hornijo
- Strawberry Peach Daiquiri
- Patriotic Party Cocktails
Image (c) L Gerlach
Decorations and Invitations
Summer parties don’t have to be difficult, some easy decorations, and simple invitations, or just call up a few friends and let them know you’re grilling out tonight, come on over.
Image via Swimways.com
It’s Officially Pool Season
Memorial Day officially kicks off the backyard party pool season around here. Check out these ideas to include water in the fun.
Get outside and have some fun this summer. Invite a few friends over to enjoy the warm weather, and some great food and drinks.
