The Drink | Lemon Blueberry Fizz

A happy mix -- with Independence Day hues -- for a heat wave -- tangy citrus balanced by the sweet burst of blueberries and herbaceous thyme.

The Dish | Summer Sides

Keep cool and celebrate the Fourth of July with these traditional summer side dishes -- they can be prepped ahead and served room temp.

The Dish | Taverna Salad

This salad-as-complete-meal features crunchy summer veggies elevated by salty-sweet-tangy umami flavor perfection.