Friday Favorites – Week 226 – With Salads & Slaws
July 17, 2014 15 Comments
Summer Fun with Cutter® Insect Repellents #CutterRepellents #ad
July 16, 2014 Leave a Comment
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Cutter® Insect Repellents.
Are you spending a lot of time outdoors this summer? Here in the South, it’s really almost too hot to go outside and enjoy anything. Usually my husband and I like to wait until the evening time. Just before and after the sun sets, the weather is perfect for grilling out, playing music, or just sitting around and talking. The only problem with going out at this time is bugs. For that we like to keep around plenty of Cutter® insect repellents:
Cutter® has several products to help you keep the insects at bay so that you and the family can enjoy the outdoors without having to worry about bloodsucking pest. The products include their CitroGuard Candles, Yard foggers and sprays, as well as personal insect repellents in spray and wipe form.
Summer Fun with Stoli Lemonade #stolilemonade #ad
July 15, 2014 Leave a Comment
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While your kids are chasing the ice cream truck, you can enjoy a treat of your own. This summer, Stoli® Vodka is celebrating their Lemonade cocktail as the must-have drink of the season with their “100 Days to Squeeze” campaign.
Stoli® Vodka is the original premium vodka known for its high quality and standards.Their twist on the classic drink will feature Stoli® Ohranj™, Stoli® Citros™, Stoli® Razberi™ and Stoli® Blueberi™.
The “100 Days to Squeeze” campaign encourages you to squeeze the most out of the summer season! How, you ask? Look for the Stoli-branded lemonade trucks and national Stoli Lemon-ade bar night events in your area. The trucks, also known as, ‘limo-nades’, will be serving refreshing flavored Lemonade ice pops and cocktails, and they will give you the chance to participate in fun summer challenges to win Stoli prizes!
Just want a drink at home? Try out the Stoli Hero Drink!
Recipe for Stoli Hero Drink:
– 2 parts Stolichnaya® Vodka
– 4 parts lemonade
– Build in an ice-filled Mason jar or highball glass and stir. Garnish with lemon wheels.
You’ll love the combination of Stoli Premium Vodka combined with with fresh cold lemonade!
For more information, on these events and more, Connect with Stroli on their Social Networks.
Follow Stoli on Twitter and Join Stoli on Facebook and Instagram. Also, share your summer moments on Twitter and Instagram, using hashtag: #StoliLemonade.
And look for the lemonade truck in your area:
Food For Thought: Sweet ‘n Sour Pineapple Salsa
July 15, 2014 2 Comments
I hope you’re enjoying all the frozen desserts and other summer treats my guests and I have been sharing. Today we have a slight change of pace with a delicious Sweet ‘n Sour Pineapple Salsa from Mary-Kate at Christianity Cove. [Read more…]
Share a Coke and Rocky Road Coke Floats #ShareitForward #CollectiveBias
July 11, 2014 Leave a Comment
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Coca Cola is my favorite drink! Even though I love it, I do have to share! Recently my husband and I went to Walmart to Share a Coke. On July 6, Coca Cola had a nationwide Share a Coke Event at Walmart. We received free Coke samples, and we got to see the new bottles and cans which have words on them such as “friend” and “family” along with personalized bottles with actual names on them. [Read more…]
Strawberry Ice Cream Sandwiches and a Giveaway from Nielsen-Massey Vanillas
July 7, 2014 16 Comments
Don’t you just love ice cream sandwiches? They are one of my favorite frozen treat of all time! Today we have a recipe for homemade Strawberry Ice Cream Sandwiches. It comes to us from our friends at Nielsen-Massey. If you’re a baking enthusiast, you should definitely have some of their products in your pantry. They have a line of vanilla products, including beans, paste, and pure vanilla extract, as well as other popular extracts like almond, orange, lemon, and peppermint.
You’re Invited to the Bahama Breeze Summer Beach Bash #SummerBeachBash #ad
July 7, 2014 Leave a Comment
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Are you celebrating the summer? You can have a summer beach party any night of the week this summer if you live near a Bahama Breeze Island Grille location. The Bahama Breeze Summer Beach Bash kicked off on June 23 and will run through August 3.
While there, you can explore their yummy menu of island entrees, including 20 items under $10. Plus, have a real summer beach bash with any of their signature cocktails, including the new Bahama Breeze Ultimate Pineapple, the must have drink of the summer. It is made with Bacardi Oakheart, Coco Lopez and Myers’s Original Dark Rum, and served in a freshly cut pineapple. Yum!
And if you really want to get your party on, you can come by on Saturday nights for live music! Listen to the sounds of the island on the Bahama Breeze Patio, while you sip on a signature cocktail from the mojito bar!
Instagram Contest! Do you love sending selfies? Capture a photo of yourself having a good time at Bahama Breeze and enter the #MyBBSelfie Instagram Contest! Just use the hashtag #MyBBSelfie when posting your photos and you will be enter to win $25 Bahama Breeze gift cards and swag!
Does this sound fun to you? If so, please leave a comment telling us your favorite thing about Bahama Breeze, or better yet, tell us your favorite summer cocktail to drink at Bahama Breeze!
Refuel with Dr Pepper, SNICKERS, and a Dr. Pepper Snickers Float #Refuel2Go #CollectiveBias
June 30, 2014 1 Comment
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The summer season is known as a time for vacations and fun in the sun, but it is also the season for home improvement and a little DIY fun. Today I’m going to give you a quick run down on some of the things I’m working on this summer, and I’ll tell you about how I refuel with Dr Pepper and Snickers.
When you’re doing any kind of work or activities outside, a Snickers and Dr Pepper really hit the spot. Dr Pepper 20 oz bottles and SNICKERS 2-to-Go Bars are not only the perfect portion size for a quick snack, but they are also conveniently located near the check out line at your local Walmart. I recently shopped at Walmart and picked up a few for myself: [Read more…]
Key Lime Pie on a Stick
June 24, 2014 3 Comments
What could be better than a slice of Key Lime Pie in the summer? How about Key Lime Pie on stick? Today our friends at 2CookinMamas.com are showing us how to make this yummy creation. Hope you enjoy!
Hi! I’m Linda and I blog with my daughter Christina on 2CookinMamas.com. We love to cook, eat and repeat and often do so with a mama’s cocktail in hand! But…we lead a double life, in the kitchen that is. I enjoy making yummy desserts and gourmet meals while Christina enjoys gluten-free cooking. We both work outside the kitchen too so all our dishes are created to be quick and easy for Moms-on-the-go. Christina is a certified nutritionist & DDP Yoga instructor and I’m a VP of Marketing & Sales. We recently published our very first cookbook for the expecting Mom: The Pregnancy Cookbook, which has over 60 delicious, healthy, quick & easy recipes as well as nutrition tips for Mom and baby. We’d love for you to stop on by and grab a recipe or just say hi! And if you try one of our recipes please let us know by leaving a comment and sharing the love!
Jerri was nice enough to extend an invitation to us to be guest bloggers on her “Summer Themed” recipe series. We are thrilled and we can’t think of a better blog to be associated with. Thanks Jerri and now on to the recipe.
Summer always brings to mind the Florida Keys. Living in South Florida, we are only about 2 hours away from the northernmost key, Key Largo, and about 4 hours from Key West, so it is only a hop, skip and a jump to get away for the weekend. And the Keys are so laid back, I mean really laid back, so much so that you feel like you are a world away from the mainland.
One of our favorite desserts that seems to only be offered in the Keys is Key Lime Pie on a Stick. What is that you say? Well, it is a cold and refreshing piece of tart key lime pie, graham cracker crust and all, coated in sweet chocolate, and stuck on a stick for easy eating. Our version is smaller and rectangular instead of pie shape but just as mouth wateringly delicious as the original. Great for kids and adults alike on these hot summer days. Hope you enjoy! [Read more…]
4th of July Party Tips and Products #OrientalTrading
June 15, 2014 Leave a Comment
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With 4th of July just around the corner, you’re probably thinking fireworks and barbecues! Today I’m sharing some products and ideas to help you decorate for party and give your backyard barbecue a real patriotic feel. I received a great assortment of products from Oriental Trading. Although you may think of the company as the place to buy favors, banners, games, and paper plates for your party, as you browse their selections, you will actually find a great assortment of high quality home decor such as wreaths, table center pieces, and even wall signs and glass platters.
Here’s a quick list of the items I got:
- Patriotic Flag-Shaped Tableware & Invitations
- Star-Shaped Bowls
- Red Tier Plate
- Patriotic Utensil Caddy
- Americana Mini Yard Flag and Flagpole
- Rustic Americana Standing Stars
- Americana Flag Floral Wreath
- Patriotic Wire Star Garland
- Stars & Stripes Folding Fans
I just love this stuff! I’m especially impressed with the high quality of the items I received, as well as the colors and overall look. Everything is such a great value, and there are a number of things to fit various personal styles and needs. Even if you are not having a party and just want a few patriotic pieces to put out in your house to decorate for the summer months, Oriental Trading has some great finds.
Take a closer look at some of the items I received, and you will see just how easy it is to turn your back yard into a festive place for the upcoming holiday.
Table Decor Made Easy! You don’t have to spend a lot of money to create a festive table. If you set your table ahead of time with your plates, napkins, and cups, then your table will look festive already without adding anything else. Oriental Trading has a great party pack that includes invites, plates, napkins, and cups for 4th of July, and they look great!
For a little extra decor, you can buy inexpensive party favors. I got a few fans on this table, which are perfect for the adult table, and Oriental Trading has tons of great kid’s party favors that would be suitable to place on tables. (Hint: For summer parties, consider adding party favors to the children’s table, such as sunglasses, visors, bubbles, frisbees, or other outdoor toys. These can often be bought in packages of 10-12.)
As for additional decor, a great centerpiece can go a long way. This utensil basket made a very festive centerpiece. And I’ve surrounded it here with out patriotic looking dishes. These are of a super great quality! For the perfect pre-party decor, you can place your dishes on the table ahead of time. Then just before the party, place the food in your bowls and trays for the ultimate party table!
Easy Drink Bar! If you don’t have a bar, you can still have a festive drink area. Just use a small table or cart. A festive table-cloth, fabric piece, or banner, will really dress up your table. Then just add you a bowl of ice, drinks, cups, other essentials, and perhaps one or two pieces of table decor.
Home Decor Made Easy! To make your home a little more patriotic, Oriental Trading has some really cute items. As you can see, the basket makes another appearance here. I’ve placed this on top of a cabinet in my kitchen, along with these super cute metal stars, and some star/berry garland that I already had on hand. Again, here you only need a few items to add a little color to a shelf or cabinet area.
And I, of course, LOVE wreaths! This wreath is a smaller size than a lot of others that I have, but I looks great, and I love the festive color, as well as the texture of it.
Last but not least, you can adorn your front porch and garden area with a cute sign such as the one above. The metal stick is included, and the flag is super cute! And to add more color to your porch, Oriental Trading has a great selection of banners and window decor.
Do you decorate in the summer? Please leave me a comment telling us your favorite summer decor trend!
