One of the reasons I look forward to Summer is the remarkable seasonal fare that comes along with the warm weather, from barbecue to ceviche to tropical Popsicles and everything in between. Since Party and I have had such a blast putting together Summer recipes (we instated an ice cream sandwich series in years past), we've decided to bring you a brand new series: Summer of salads.

From a crunchy classic Caesar to a Calabrian tuna panzanella, this season is sure to be all about refreshing salads that will keep you going even when the mercury rises. Traditional German potato salad is one of my favorites. Since it's made with a vinegar-based sauce, it's not as creamy as American potato salad, but what it lacks in creaminess it more than makes up for in tang from the vinegar and smokiness from bacon bits. It also stands up to the heat better than classic potato salad. To make this for a Summer grillout or picnic, read more

This weekend doesn't just mark Juneteenth and Father's Day. It's also packed with events that honor all of the pleasures of Summer, from peaches, blueberries, and watermelon to ribs, RC cola, and moon pies. But that's not all: this Friday marks the acclaimed Aspen Food & Wine Classic, which we're so excited to be returning to this year. Stay tuned!

Know of any important food events we've left out this week? Feel free to chime in below!

• Sedona, AZ: Dine in Sedona Restaurant Fest — June 16-30
• Clarksville, AR: Johnson County Arkansas Peach Festival — June 16-21
• St. Helena, CA: StarChefs Rising Stars Napa & Sonoma — June 17
• Emmett, ID: Emmett Cherry Festival — June 17-20
• Portland, ME: Taste of the Nation Portland — June 18
• Oakland, CA: National Homebrewers Conference — June 18-20
• Fort Wayne, IN: BBQ Ribfest 2009 — June 18-21
• Gettysburg, PA: Gettysburg Festival — June 18-28
• Dallas, TX: Food For Thought Dallas — June 19
• Crewe, VA: Virginia Chicken Festival — June 19
• Owego, NY: Owego Strawberry Festival — June 19-20
• Rotan, TX: Juneteenth Enrichment Festival — June 19-20
• Boston, MA: American Craft Beer Festival — June 19-20
• Aspen, CO: Aspen Food & Wine Classic — June 19-21

To see the rest, read more

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This Summer, White Castle, home of the original slider, is turning the ripe old age of 88. To celebrate, the oldest hamburger chain in America wants you to swing by for a free slider — regardless of your White Castle IQ. To get a free mini hamburger, simply print out this coupon and redeem it anytime through July 12. Since these classic hamburgers are one of my favorite fast-food items of all time, I can't help but smile with glee.

Although the fact is, with their fluffy steamed buns, tender ground beef patties, savory onions, and crunchy pickles, it's impossible to stop at just one slider — you'll be bound to pick up more. Will you get in on White Castle's free deal this month?

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Father's Day is this Sunday and naturally I'm planning a manly meal that celebrates my dad. He enjoys simple classic American cuisine, so this menu features his backyard favorites. We'll start with oysters on the half shell with a shrimp-butter-Parmesan topping. The recipe broils them, but for an added smoky depth, we'll cook the oysters on the grill. Dad and I will bond over the preparation of hickory-smoked beef ribs. First the meat is coated in an easy spice rub, then after it's slow-cooked on the grill, it's topped with a homemade barbecue sauce.

Grilled corn with chili and cilantro plus new potatoes stuffed with sour cream and blue cheese round out the meal. For these recipes that will please any man's palate, read more