As I may have mentioned a million times, my current live-in-love is my Keurig, and my Keurig?s favorite accessory as the weather grows hotter is K-Cup? portion packs.
These babies are BRILLIANT.
Relatedly, Thom Filicia is the spokesperson for Brew Over Ice K-Cup? portion packs. The interior designer and upcoming HGTV star has TONS of At-Home Entertaining Tips for the best 4th of July BBQ on the block to share that I just had to pass on to you.
PS: Thom will be on the star-studded judging panel of HGTV?s ?Design Star? this July! Be sure to set your DVR!
4th July and Labor Day BBQ Tips
o For a the ?coolest? 4th of July BBQ bash on the block?you don?t need to have everything red, white, and blue. Instead, add a few touches and focus on color! Rather than buying stars-and-stripes-themed tablecloths and place mats, choose linens in a solid red or blue or a simple stripe or check.
o Lighting is KEY! Use a combination of tiki torches and lanterns. For the dining table as well as the buffet and drink stations, simple glass lanterns are perfect. For ground-level lighting, take tall glass cylinder vases, fill the bottom with sand, then anchor a pillar candle inside. Frosted glass glows beautifully and adds a nice ambience to the party, but clear glass would work just as well. Be sure to use vases that are tall enough to block the wind.
Iced Beverages for a cool 4th!
o Iced coffee is a staple for many people during the summer months. Stand out at your 4th of July BBQ with your very own specially blended iced tea or iced coffee! With Brew Over Ice K-Cup? portion packs for the Keurig? Brewer brewing iced coffee and iced tea at home has never been easier. Try my favorite, Celestial Seasoning?s Half and Half (Black Tea and Lemonade) or Green Mountain Coffee? Nantucket Blend? iced coffee.
This is a quick and refreshingly delicious way to let your guests know you care about what they want! You can even use one of your trays to serve your delicious Brew Over Ice with a scoop of your favorite ice cream in a tall pint glass with a long spoon to mix it all together. YUM!
Bring the Indoors Outdoors!
Add color, texture and pattern to your outdoor space and roll out some beautiful, colorful cotton rugs or place some big comfy floor pillows around for casual and comfortable seating.
Great, functional Trays:
One of my favorite summer dining tips is to use the tray as a placemat so that you can easily carry food and drinks in and out.
Creative Use of Candles
Use a multitude of votives and stylish hurricanes and lanterns to provide sexy layers and atmosphere once the sun goes down.
Great Music List
o Nothing gets a party started like a great play-list! Try Pandora.com if you?re feeling a bit lazy and want the internet God?s to put together a ?Swinging to the 60?s? or ?Rock around the clock? playlist for your gathering.
Easy, Cloth Napkins
Rather than using run-of-the-mill paper napkins, provide your guests with inexpensive and stylish bar towels that look casual and fun un-ironed in a simple napkin ring.
Outdoor fireplace/fire pit
o An outdoor fireplace can be a wonderful addition to any summer night. They?re easy to find and can help extend your party outside from daytime to night ? Plus, who doesn?t love a good marshmallow roast!
Source: http://mygloss.com/yum/beverages/gearing-up-for-july-4th-and-my-obsession-with-brew-over-ice-k-cups/
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