From a spiked lemonade recipe to the perfect summer playlist, here are the supermodel and fitness guru's musts for a memorable Fourth of July.
July Fourth weekend is here! I remember when I first moved to the U.S. and got to experience this holiday thinking, “Wow, they really know how to celebrate!” One of my first stays in the Hamptons was actually on a July Fourth weekend, and even though I remember the traffic being crazy, I mostly remember a lot of smiles, the smell of barbecues and the sound of laughter and good music. Here are a few of my favorite things to eat and drink on Independence Day, plus a few new and classic tunes to get you in the mood for a good time.
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These skewers are quick, a great source of protein and always a favorite among my friends!
INGREDIENTS
2 lbs. organic/wild medium shrimp, peeled, tail on
MARINADE
½ cup olive oil Lime zest from 1 lime Lime juice from 2 limes
1 Tbsp. agave
6 garlic cloves, minced
¼ cup cilantro, finely chopped
1 tsp. salt
½ tsp. pepper
1 tsp. red pepper flakes
INSTRUCTIONS
In a large bowl, whisk all ingredients for the marinade together. Add raw shrimp to a bowl. Cover and place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour. When done marinating, place shrimps on skewers. Grill 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until shrimp are cooked through. Enjoy!
FRESH TRACKS
“Peaches” – Justin Bieber, Daniel Caesar, Giveon
“Party in the USA” – Miley Cyrus
“Watermelon Sugar” – Harry Styles
“Higher Love” – Kygo, Whitney Houston
“Slide” – Calvin Harris
THE CLASSICS
“Don’t Stop Me Now” – Queen
“Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” – Marvin Gaye, Tammi Terrell
“Superstition” – Stevie Wonder
“I’m Coming Out” – Diana Ross
“I Wanna Dance With Somebody” – Whitney Houston
Makes 8-10 servings
You can of course leave out the alcohol for a hangover-safe option!
INGREDIENTS
4 limes cut into fours
1 medium-sized bunch of mint
8 cups cold water
½ cup honey or maple syrup
1 to 2 cups vodka (more or less to taste)
A handful of ice cubes Lime or lemon slices to garnish
INSTRUCTIONS
Place the quartered limes, 2 cups of water, honey or maple syrup, half the mint leaves and some ice in a blender. Blend until the limes are crushed. Strain this mixture and add the rest of the water. Stir in the vodka (or you can let your guests add the vodka according to their preference). Serve with ice and garnish with a mint leaf and lime slice. Sip responsibly!
Photography by: PHOTO BY ANTOINE VERGLAS; STYLED BY JAMIE FRANKEL
PRODUCT PHOTO COURTESY OF BRANDS
SHRIMP PHOTO BY XSANDRA/ISTOCK.COM
LEMONADE PHOTO BY ALLEKSANA/PEXELS
