Therefore, there is certainly pool etiquette to follow. Stay on top of these 15 pool guest guidelines, and youre sure to impress. However, you never know when a helping hand or extra cooler of drinks might be appreciated. Credit:Robbie Caponetto If it is a more casual backyard cookout, double-check to offer to help cook food or make cocktails. So, double-check to reiterate that rule before anyone gets in the pool....

If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. Get into the spirit with these Easter-approved nail polish shades. It’s ever-so-slightly icy, like that spring thaw promising a future of warm days. Credit: Olive and June OPI I Eat Mainely Lobster Put aside those moody reds now that winter is over. This shade changes up your go-to coral with a strawberry red that simply pops wherever you go. Pick it to make a sweet statement....

Puff pastry is a busy host’s best friend. Also known as pate feuilletee, puff pastry is essentially just laminated dough. And of course, nothing’s more crowd-pleasing or time-saving than brie wrapped in puff pastry. Credit:Alison Miksch; Food Stylist: Karen Rankin; Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle Pigs In A Blanket Will Dickey It’s not a party without pigs in a blanket. Save thisvintage recipeso you could make your own for years to come....

Pair with a cup of coffee for a cozy fall breakfast. Melty chocolate chips with the warm flavor of pumpkin are sure to delight. Pumpkin Pound Cake Few fall cakes deliver a presentation quite like this one. Credit: Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen Food Stylist: Margaret Dickey Bring our Pumpkin Pound Cake to your next church potluck or tailgate and everyone will be in awe. Let everyone have their own personal taste of the season....

You’ll wonder what makes these recipes taste so good. Coffee is often found as a secret ingredient inchocolate baked goods. But wait, there’s more. Credit:Molly Bolton Coffee also adds a bold touch to our St. Louis ribs. Use instant espresso granules to make the perfect rub for these St. Louis Ribs. Brewed espresso is the real star of this dessert. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Try going to a local coffee shop for the espresso to achieve the best results....

Spike it, flavor it with juices, add tea, or just enjoy it over ice. you’re free to spike it, flavor it with juices (our favorite is watermelon! ), make it an Arnold Palmer, or just enjoy it over ice. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox you’re able to even turn it into asweet slice of cake or pieif you’re feeling snacky. These are our most refreshing and easy lemonade recipes to whip up at home....

It’s time to give your fridge a makeover. Enter: fridge organization. Pair these with a few of your containers for endless storage abilities. Credit:Getty Images / Karen Moskowitz Use Turntables Cindel/ Instagram Running out of room along your door? Place a turntable in the fridge for leftover condiments. These twisty organizational items keep your bottle neatly stacked together and easy to grab by twisting the bottom. Credit:Lela Burris/ Instagram Don’t forget to store them in the clear containers from earlier!...

Move over sugar cookies. Also known as Derby Pie, its history is more layered than one might expect. Regardless, these six-ingredient, cheesy snacks with a hint of heat are truly beloved by all. Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Styling: Torie Cox And we think Santa will agree when he gets a slice. Our recipe is a taste of the fan-favorite doughnuts at home. You’re practically guaranteed to be left with an empty platejust be sure to save one for Saint Nick....

Old-school favorites to serve at cocktail parties all season long. Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely We really like to party. Here are retro party appetizer recipes to celebrate all season long. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely Classic Deviled Eggs Break out the eggs for every occasion. The best part is that it’s a cinch to make and never disappoints. Slow-Cooker Grape Jelly Meatballs Sweet-tangy-saucy little bites never ever go out of style....

From plenty of mayonnaise-laden bites to an interesting leftover cornbread concoction. Typically, the juicy summer delicacy is eaten over the kitchen sink as a quick snack or meal. Don’t knock it until you try it. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox For anyone hesitating, it’s a surprising dessert-like delight. The toasty, cheesy bites are like the warm, more buttery counterpart to classic Southern cheese straws. The canned pears make it easy to whip up....

For the love of delicious shortcuts. At times like this, we call on the shortcut to beat all shortcuts: rotisserie chicken. Having arotisserie chickenat your disposal saves time and effort for pulling off an excellent meal. Credit:Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Claire Spollen; Food Styling: Torie Cox It takes advantage of jarred pasta sauce and rotisserie chicken for a warm supper in a pinch. Be sure to spray the pan with cooking spray to prevent any sticking....

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From glassware to garnishes, these details will make your next brunch a bash. When hosting brunch, a mimosa bar is an absolute crowd-pleaser. We’ve asked expert bartenders and caterers for their best tips on creating a mimosa bar. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox Serve With Style An attractive bar cart provides the ideal serving space for a small mimosa bar. The goal is to go from glass to garnish with no traffic jams....