{"id":2323,"date":"2014-06-24T13:53:09","date_gmt":"2014-06-24T19:53:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/devrahblog41\/?p=2323"},"modified":"2014-06-24T13:53:09","modified_gmt":"2014-06-24T19:53:09","slug":"4th-of-july-bbq-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/4th-of-july-bbq-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"4th of July BBQ Ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" style=\"float: right; padding-left: 10px; padding-top: 15px; padding-bottom: 10px;\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/NTL061458_PlanningThePerfect4thofJulyBBQ.jpg\" alt=\"Planning the Perfect 4th of July BBQ \" width=\"384\" height=\"512\"><\/p>\n<p>The 4th of July is the highlight of the BBQ season. Are you ready for it? If you need a little inspiration, check out these ideas collected from some of our favorite bloggers, pinners and party planners.<\/p>\n<h2>Create a (tastefully) star-spangled menu.<\/h2>\n<p>Pinterest is flooded with red, white and blue <a title=\"View a patriotic cake on Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470914074277\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">cakes<\/a>, <a title=\"See a red, white and blue fruit skewer on Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/180495897538621780\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">kebabs<\/a>, <a title=\"See star-spangled gumdrops on Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470914074362\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">candies<\/a>, <a title=\"View this red, white and blue salsa recipe on Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470914052124\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">salsa<\/a>,&nbsp;<a title=\"See star-shaped cookies on Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470914074203\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">cookies<\/a>, <a title=\"View patriotic ice pops on Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470914091145\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ice pops<\/a> and <a title=\"See more recipes on Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pinsbyra\/4th-of-july\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">more<\/a>. We&#8217;ve even seen patriotic <a title=\"View patriotic pasta on Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470914054467\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pasta<\/a> and <a title=\"See a red, white and blue popcorn recipe on Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470914054498\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">popcorn<\/a>! With so many options, it&#8217;s easy to go a little <a title=\"View an example on Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/60306082483783202\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">overboard<\/a>. But, in small doses\u2014and with the right recipes\u2014a themed side dish, dessert or beverage can help your 4th of July BBQ stand out from every other BBQ you&#8217;ll have this summer. Here are a few of our favorite ideas:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Red, white and blue beverages&#8230;<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"View the recipe via Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470914056336\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hibiscus Strawberry Rhubarb Iced Tea<\/a> via Gourmande in the Kitchen<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Get the recipe from Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470914067176\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Brazilian Lemonade<\/a> by The Recipe Critic<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Click through to see the recipe on Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470914056190\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sparkling Blueberry Ginger Iced Tea<\/a> from Family Fresh Cooking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Side dishes&#8230;<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"See the recipe on Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470914055375\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Roasted Red, White &amp; Blue Potatoes<\/a> from Proud Italian Cook<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Get the recipe on Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470914054691\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Star Fruit (Carambola), Blueberry &amp; Pomegranate Salad<\/a> by Cooking in Sens<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"See the recipe on Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470914090497\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Blue Corn &amp; White Cheddar Herbed Biscuits<\/a> via Spice&#8217;s Bites<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"View the recipe on Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470914090565\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Light &amp; Buttery White Dinner Rolls<\/a> from the Inquiring Chef<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Desserts&#8230;<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"View the recipe on Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470914055656\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Watermelon Granita<\/a> via Mowielicious<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"View the recipe on Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470914082655\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Red Velvet Ice Cream Cake with Blueberries<\/a> from Life, Love &amp; Sugar<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"See the recipe on Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470914082972\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">White Cheddar &amp; Cinnamon Apple Hand Pies<\/a> by Desserts for Breakfast<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Get the recipe via Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470914083160\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Easy Chocolate-dipped Strawberries<\/a> (with 4th of July flair) from The Yummy Life<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Build a patriotic playlist.<\/h2>\n<p>Depending on your musical tastes, your party playlist could run the gamut from George M. Cohan&#8217;s &#8220;You&#8217;re a Grand Old Flag&#8221; to Mellencamp&#8217;s &#8220;R.O.C.K. in the U.S.A.&#8221; to Katy Perry&#8217;s &#8220;Firework.&#8221; If you don&#8217;t have the time to build your own, you&#8217;re a quick internet search away from shared playlists, like&nbsp;<a title=\"View suggested songs on USALoveList.com.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.usalovelist.com\/american-music-4th-of-july-playlist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">this one from USALoveList.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Showcase your outdoor space.<\/h2>\n<p>The 4th of July may be a time to celebrate &#8220;Old Glory&#8221; but your decorations don&#8217;t have to be old hat. Whether your style tends toward the rustic, the glamorous or the eclectic, here are a few ideas to help inspire you:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>For a simpler look, <a title=\"Visit MarthaStewart.com\" href=\"http:\/\/www.marthastewart.com\/904256\/festive-fourth-july-menu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Martha Stewart Living<\/a> suggests decorating with red and white, white and blue or blue and red\u2014instead of all three colors.<\/li>\n<li>For a modern look, <a title=\"View on Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470914080854\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">HGTV<\/a> recommends floral or geometric patterns in patriotic colors. Don&#8217;t be afraid to mix and match! That goes for your <a title=\"See an example on Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470914081017\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dinnerware<\/a> as well as your linens.<\/li>\n<li>Ditch the red, white and blue and use symbolic patterns like stars and stripes to evoke a patriotic theme.<\/li>\n<li>Flowers can bring color and life to your tablescape. With a little paint and some DIY spirit, some types of flowers can even become personal fireworks displays, like these <a title=\"View on Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470914081576\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dried allium blooms<\/a> or these <a title=\"See it on Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470914081890\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">fresh mums<\/a>. If you happen to try this using glow-in-the-dark paint, please snap a picture and tell us about it on <a title=\"Follow us on Twitter.\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/RAHomes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Twitter<\/a> or <a title=\"Like us on Facebook.\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/RichmondAmerican\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Facebook<\/a>\u2014we&#8217;d really love to see it.<\/li>\n<li>Keep guests comfortable with this thoughtful <a title=\"View on Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470914080548\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">sun supplies station<\/a> from HGTV. We&#8217;d probably add festive fans, like these, for especially hot climates.<\/li>\n<li>Plan <a title=\"See summer activities for kids.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pinsbyra\/summer-fun-for-kids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">activities<\/a> for any kids that will attend. <a title=\"View on Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470914089201\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sidewalk chalk<\/a>, water balloons or a <a title=\"View on Pinterest.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470914052122\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">craft station<\/a> could help keep little hands busy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><em>Looking for more <a title=\"View stories with entertaining ideas.\" href=\"\/blog\/tag\/entertaining-ideas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">entertaining ideas<\/a> or <a title=\"See our recipes.\" href=\"\/blog\/tag\/recipes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">recipes<\/a>?<\/em><\/strong> Browse the <a title=\"View our Homeowner Resource articles.\" href=\"\/blog\/category\/life-at-home\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Homeowner Resources<\/a> section of our blog, or follow us on <a title=\"See our Pinterest page.\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pinsbyra\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pinterest<\/a>!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The 4th of July is the highlight of the BBQ season. Are you ready for it? If you need a little inspiration, check out these ideas collected from some of our favorite bloggers, pinners and party planners. Create a (tastefully) star-spangled menu. Pinterest is flooded with red, white and blue cakes, kebabs, candies, salsa,&nbsp;cookies, ice [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"ub_ctt_via":"","cybocfi_hide_featured_image":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[12,83,100,140,261],"featured_image_src":null,"author_info":{"display_name":"rahblogadmin","author_link":"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/author\/rahblogadmin\/"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\r\n<title>BBQ Menu Ideas for a Great 4th of July Celebration<\/title>\r\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Need a little inspiration for your 4th of July BBQ Menu? 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