Drink Up the First Day of Summer Hi Reader! It's officially the first day of summer, though this heat wave we're in tells me it was summer way before today! On hot days I love to keep a pitcher of delicious drinks in the refrigerator to keep me cool and hydrated between glasses of water. Plus then there's always something ready for a last minute trip to the beach or pool. This week's new recipe is a blueberry lavender lemonade made with a quick homemade lavender syrup, whole fresh...

Welcome Summer! Hi Reader! Summer is here, so let's kick it off with a brand new cocktail recipe full of fresh ingredients, a fresh list of vodka cocktails perfect for summer, and (drumroll...) a new retail line! This Week's New Recipe Cucumber Martini with Elderflower This cucumber martini recipe - made with fresh cucumber - creates a light and refreshing cocktail that's ideal for sipping on a warm summer evening. Get the Recipe More Vodka Cocktails Vodka cocktails are super popular in the...

Cool Creamy Dips for Summer Hi Reader! My husband and I absolutely love smoked salmon dip, but it seems like as soon as we find one we like, something changes - the recipe gets a seasonal update; the deli we were buying it from closes; the restaurant we were enjoying it at takes it off their menu. For years I’ve been saying I’m going to make it myself, and I’ve finally taken the time to do it! New Recipe: Smoked Salmon Dip This is the best smoked salmon dip recipe because it's easy,...