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  • July 2026

JULY APPETIZER: CAPRESE SKEWERS WITH BALSAMIC GLAZE

Ingredients

  • 24 cherry tomatoes
  • 24 mini fresh mozzarella balls
  • 24 fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
  • Wooden appetizer skewers
  • Fresh cracked pepper

JULY DRINK: WATERMELON MINT SPARKLER

Ingredients

  • 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 8 fresh mint leaves
  • 2 cups sparkling water
  • Ice cubes
  • Lime slices and mint sprigs for garnish

Directions

  1. Blend watermelon until smooth.
  2. Strain if desired for a smoother drink.
  3. Stir in lime juice.
  4. Fill glasses with ice and a few mint leaves.
  5. Pour watermelon mixture halfway into each glass.
  6. Top with sparkling water.
  7. Garnish with lime slices and fresh mint.

Makes: 4 servings

Courier Note

Nothing says July quite like watermelon. This refreshing sparkler is naturally sweet, hydrating, and perfect for enjoying on the lanai after a day in the Florida sunshine.