Weither you are hosting your event at your home or on the beach, a Red, White and Blue drink is perfect... I just hosted a BBQ and the drink of chose was Sangria with fresh fruit and Red and Blue jello shots which were a BIG hit! I purchased a large drink dispencer from Bed, Bath and Beyond and filled it up! It looked amazing on my table setting.
Here are some other drinks:
1- 4th of July cocktail- http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/guy-fieri/fourth-of-july-cocktail-recipe/index.html
2- Patriotic Shots- http://www.ecurry.com/blog/drinks-cocktails-beverages/patriotic-shot/
3- Blue Tini-
http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchens/bluetini-recipe/index.html
4- Spanish Sangria- http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Classic-Spanish-Sangria/Detail.aspx
We also had some great July 4th desserts!! Star shapped cookies with red and blue sugar and fruit kabobs. There are so many different desserts you can create, here are our top choices:
1- Red, White and Blue Cheesecake Bars- http://www.recipegirl.com/2007/05/31/red-white-and-blueberry-cheesecake-bars/
2- Wave your flag cake- http://www.kraftrecipes.com/recipes/wave-your-flag-cake-50205.aspx
3- Cherry Pie- http://moon-pie.blogspot.com/2006/07/4th-of-july-cherry-pie.html
4-Sparkling Marshmellow Pops -http://www.kraftrecipes.com/recipes/sparklin-marshmallow-crispy-treats-53448.aspx This was a GREAT hit for the kids!
5- Watermelon Pops- http://www.kraftrecipes.com/recipes/watermelon-pops-113172.aspx
Need some decor ideas...
buy red/white or blue/white checker flannel table clothes or stripe table cloths
purchase the old skool mustard and ketchup holders
If you are having the BBQ in yout home, you can decorate your yard with patriotic decor.
Set up your tables with all of the themed food/desserts and drinks you decided on.
Remember the key to a successful event is DETAILS!!!!!!
Have FUN and be SAFE!!
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