It’s July 4th in the almost-post-pandemic era and I cannot tell you how excited I am to see fireworks and sip “Red, White, and Bubbles.” In the spirit of July 4th entertaining, here are four #July4thHacks for you to enjoy this July 4th!


(1) DIY Flags
Henriette Morris is solo this July 4th with her sister at Interlochen Arts Academy (see drop-off photo, below), so we’re taking on a DIY flag project for our home decor this July 4th. 



(2) Red, white, and blue fruit and vegetable platters
My favorite platters for the 4th include flags made of blueberries, strawberries, and Cool Whip.  Red, white, and blue fruit skewers are delicious, too!

(3) Drink all things American wine….including bubbles!
There are SOOO many delicious American wines – for this summer, I’ve been enjoying all things rose; for this July 4th, I recommend the following American sparklers:
 

(MI) L. Mawby Brut Rose Sparkling Wine – I’ve enjoyed sparkling wines from Northern Michigan for over 15 years- and Larry Mawby’s remains absolutely best in class from the Leelanau Peninsula. $25/bottle. Find it here.
(CA) Iron Horse Brut- All the sparkling wines from Yalie Joy Sterling family’s vineyard are tremendous. Find them here.
(CA) J Vineyards – another one of Sonoma’s iconic sparkling wine producers. Find it here.
(OR) Brooks Winery – Extended tirage riesling. One-of-a-kind bone-dry sparkling riesling from my favorite Oregon winery. Find it here.


Cheers to a fireworks-filled, sparkling Independence Day!