It's easy to decorate for the Fourth of July: use the colors red, white, and blue. Stars and stripes are fun too. Cover your table with a classic, all-American navy checkered tablecloth. Serve the food on oversize platters and in large bowls. If you have a big crowd, don't be afraid to use paper plates and festive paper napkins. Display the dessert in a clear trifle bowl and the watermelon cooler Read more

When it comes to Summer drinks, I love to use watermelon. The juicy fruit is 92 percent water — meaning it's pretty easy to puree, strain, and drink. It tastes wonderful on its own, fresh from the blender, or works well in a cocktail. This recipe combines watermelon puree with white grape juice, lime juice, and club soda. It's refreshing, fruity, delicious, and can be served to kids. For an Read more

No Fourth of July party is complete without a red, white, and blueberry dessert. Instead of serving a dish that requires last minute preparation, select something like a layered trifle. The longer the whipped cream, mixed berries, and liquor-soaked bread sit, the better the trifle will taste. This recipe is easily adaptable, so feel free to use whatever berries and alcohol you prefer. Want to Read more

The Fourth of July falls on a Sunday this year, and that means there's no excuse not to throw a party! Gather up a group of friends, light the barbecue, and prepare a delicious feast of eats. Start things off with two finger food favorites: lemon-herb grilled shrimp and grilled jalapeño poppers. Since no one can ever decide between chicken or ribs, please everyone and offer barbecued ribs and Read more

The Emmy Awards have wrapped and this year there were a few repeat winners, as well as some surprises. Mad Men took home the Emmy for best drama for the fourth consecutive year, while Modern Family picked up its second win for best comedy series. The ABC comedy dominated a lot of the evening's other categories, with Julie Bowen and Ty Burell taking home taking home matching Emmys for for best Read more