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watermelon basil slush
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Watermelon Basil Slush

Fresh frozen watermelon, basil simple syrup, and a squeeze of lime blended into the most refreshing summer drink. Sweet, herby,…
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summer peach cake
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Summer Peach Cake

Sweet, ripe peaches are transformed into a jammy topping on this light and airy cake. Served with fresh whipped cream,…
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watermelon salad
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Watermelon & Arugula Salad

This salad is sweet & salty, crunchy & cool - plus it comes together with simple ingredients in just minutes!
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mahjong pasta salad
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Mahjong Pasta Salad

With cucumber bams, red pepper craks, and mozzarella pearl dots, this Mahjong Pasta Salad is the perfect side dish to…
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Easy & Elevated Chocolate Chip Cookies

These cookies are easy like homemade chocolate chip cookies should be but with some elevated touches to take them to…
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Simple syrups are oh so simple to make with just e Simple syrups are oh so simple to make with just equal parts of sugar and water. Stir until the sugar dissolves, remove from heat, and add in your flavoring (basil, mint, rosemary, peach, lemon, etc.). We used basil here for our Watermelon Basil Slush. 🍉🌿

Our post on How to Set Up a Drink Station has even more ideas with simple syrups like iced coffee bars, iced tea bars, and mimosa bars.

🔗 https://www.erinandelaine.com/how-to-set-up-a-drink-station/
Watermelon Basil Slush 🍉 Fresh frozen watermelon, Watermelon Basil Slush 🍉 Fresh frozen watermelon, basil simple syrup, and a squeeze of lime blended into the most refreshing summer drink. Sweet, herby, and so easy to make.

If you want more easy summer drinks that look this good, follow along so you don't miss them. 🤍

Comment « slush » and we'll DM you all the details!

🔗 https://www.erinandelaine.com/watermelon-basil-slush/
We love hydrangeas, but we don’t love how quickly We love hydrangeas, but we don’t love how quickly they can wilt. With this trick, we’ve kept our hydrangeas fresh for over two weeks! Save these tips, and follow for more easy & elevated ideas. 🤍

Trim the stem, then cut vertically up the stem twice. This allows for more water to go up the stem, which keeps the blooms from wilting. 

We also use the floral food that comes with the flowers in the water, and refresh the water every few days to make sure they stay hydrated.
Summer Peach Cake 🍑 Sweet, ripe peaches are transf Summer Peach Cake 🍑 Sweet, ripe peaches are transformed into a jammy topping on this light and airy cake. Served with fresh whipped cream, it’s summer on a plate.

Comment « recipe » and we’ll DM you all the details!

🔗 https://www.erinandelaine.com/summer-peach-cake

👋 Hi, we’re Erin and Elaine, sisters from Atlanta who love to host. Follow us for everything Easy & Elevated - recipes, party ideas, decor, and more! 🤍
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