Chef James Briscione Shares the Biggest Trends for Transforming Summer Parties on TipsOnTV

Best-Selling Author & Culinary Innovator James Briscione Shares Fresh Ideas for Effortless Outdoor Entertaining

Backyard bashes are one of summer’s biggest entertaining trends, as Americans look for easy ways to gather with friends and family without the stress of elaborate planning. From creative cocktails and seasonal recipes to smarter ways to split expenses, today’s hosts are looking for ideas that make outdoor entertaining more fun and more convenient. Four-time Food Network Champion James Briscione, with multiple wins on Chopped and Beat Bobby Flay, shares fresh ideas for hosting the ultimate backyard bash. He showcases crowd-pleasing food and drinks, simple entertaining inspiration, and smart solutions that help make every summer gathering a success.

SUMMER DRINK MENU

A fun way to shake up the summer drink menu is to start with something unexpected, like The Original Pickle Shot, a low-alcohol pickle-flavored vodka. Use it to make The Original Pickled Lemonade. It is the perfect cocktail for a backyard bash or any summer occasion! Available in Original Dill and Spicy Dill flavors, it is made with high-quality vodka and a proprietary pickle brine recipe. With no artificial flavors, colors, sugar, or gluten, and fewer than 40 calories per serving, it is refreshing and perfect for all summer entertaining! For more information, visit www.theoriginalpickleshot.com

A MUST-HAVE ON THE MENU

One of my favorite ways to elevate any menu is by adding unexpected ingredients. From appetizers and mocktails to BBQ sauces and desserts, Amaz!n Prunes and PlumGood from Sunsweet add unexpected flavor and freshness to every spread. Sunsweet Amaz!n Prunes are sweet, savory, and pair well with bold spices and smoky heat like these Asian style ribs or grilled chicken with chipotle barbecue glaze. Sunsweet PlumGood is light and crisp, perfect for a mocktail made with soda water and a squeeze of citrus. For more information, visit www.sunsweet.com

GETTING READY FOR A BACKYARD BASH

Being prepared is a great way to take the stress out of getting ready for a backyard bash. Paze makes online shopping quick and easy because it is offered directly through a bank or credit union. It provides a streamlined checkout experience with added security because card numbers are not shared with merchants. At checkout, just select Paze and enter the phone number associated with bank accounts. Plus, now through September 10th, earn up to $100 in statement credits on each eligible card at merchants like Domino’s, Dunkin’ and Wendy’s. Visit Paze.com/offers to learn more.