Festive Cocktails
The right drink in your hand can truly make an Independence Day get-together memorable ― and we have you covered with refreshing summer sips that are sure to fit in with any spread.
Crowd-Pleasing Appetizers
Wondering what to serve while the burgers and steaks are on the grill? We've got some ideas.
Summery Side Dishes
Whether you’re hosting friends or having a family cookout, these sides are perfect alongside any main.
Plan the Perfect Menu
Festive Flag Cakes
Flag Cake
You'll be impressed with your own cake-decorating skills — this patriotic cake is surprisingly easy to make!
Ice Cream Flag Cake
Make sure you have an audience when you cut into this dessert: Each slice features a cake-and-ice-cream flag!
Ina's All-American Cake
Ina tops buttery homemade cake with cream cheese icing and fresh berries for a star-spangled masterpiece.
50 Picnic Salads
Don't forget the sides! Round out your menu with these crowd-pleasers from Food Network Magazine.