Apps to Get the Party Started

100+ Desserts for a Cookout

The Best Cakes Are Ones You Pull Apart

The Best Backyard Bash

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Celebrate beach days all summer long with these scenic sandcastle cookies.

7 Super-Simple Summer Pies

Each of these requires just four ingredients, so even a novice baker can master them.

Blueberry, Cookies and Cream + More

5 Slab Pies for Your Summer Party

Save time and impress party guests by prepping these easy two-for-one sweet and savory slab pies.

Peach Streusel, Chocolate-Cherry + More

More Ways to Eat S'Mores

Peanut S'mores Magic Bars

This twist on a favorite brings campfire fun indoors.

S'moreos

S'mores are even better when you swap out the graham crackers.

S'mores Blossom Cookies

Give this holiday favorite a summery makeover.

Plan the Best Summer Shindig

21 Cobblers, Crisps and Crumbles That Are Full of Fruit

26 No-Bake Desserts That Will Satisfy Every Craving

100 Crowd-Pleasing Desserts That Are Perfect for a Cookout

90 Summer Appetizers You'll Want to Fill Up On

How to Make Ice Cream Hot Dogs

The Quintessential Party in the Park

The Pleasure of Entertaining for the Family We Choose — And Putting Your Feet in the Grass

The End of Summer Feels Like Family Reunion Day at the Lake

How to Break Down a Coconut

How to Make a Giant Creamsicle Cake This Summer

How to Make a Life-Sized Pineapple Cake This Summer

How to Make A Lobster Tail Cake

5 Easy Watermelon Carvings That Will Make Your Backyard Party

Feed Your Watermelon Obsession with These Sweet Goodies

6 Super-Easy, Super-Cute Summer Party Desserts

Make a Floating Snack Bar and Never Leave the Pool This Summer

5 Pull-Apart Cupcake Cakes That Complete a Cookout

8 Mistakes You Make Hosting a Summer Party

Savory Summer Cobblers, Crisps and Crumbles

4-Ingredient Pies to Enjoy All Summer

7 Brilliant Ways to Make Zucchini Fries

How to Stock a Cocktail Bar

How to Stock a Cocktail Bar Infographic

Grilling Shopping Guide: Tabletop Accessories

Grilled Summer Fruits

All-Star Summer Pies

How to Make a BLT Club Cake

Perk Up Your Party

Grown-Up Gelatin

Boozy Summer Treats

Red, White and Blues

Party Calculator

Make sure you have enough food and drink for your guests.

Plan a Successful Bash

Clever Party Ideas

Turn a watermelon into a punch bowl — it's easier than you think!

Melon Carving + More

Set a Colorful Table

Use a beach towel instead of a tablecloth for a fun twist.

Bright Ideas

Easy Appetizers

On a Stick

These no-silverware-needed kebabs keep guests full and happy.

12 Sizzling Skewers

Simple Summer Dips

These quick recipes go great with all kinds of chips.

Salsa, Bean Dip + More

Start on the Grill

A little char goes a long with these crowd-pleasing picks.

Everyone Will Love Them