Fourth of July weekend is upon us and for most of us that mean grillin' and chillin' with family and friends. Still have no clue what to make for a party you're hosting or attending this weekend? Do yourself and your friends a favor by ditching the boring burgers, hot dogs, potato and pasta salads (and store bought cupcakes). Get creative with your cooking and whip up some dishes that will not only impress, they'll have your guests begging you for the recipes by the end of the day.
And don't forget the drinks; see the articles below for beer and wine pairings to get ideas for your weekend imbibing.
Recipes, menus, beer and wines for your Fourth of July shindigs:
This article appears in Jul 1-7, 2010.