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Fourth of July Fanfare

FLAGGED FOR FUN

Decorating with Old Glory’s signature shades is the best way to pay tribute to this jubilant July holiday. A twosome of striped runners jazzes up an outdoor table, making way for mottled blue chargers and red-and-white plates layered atop natural woven place mats. Stylized glassware furthers the color scheme, as gold flatware sparkles amid the casual presentation. Assorted vases bursting with orange and yellow ranunculus, magenta and white roses, thistle flowers, and more parade along the tabletop for a finishing touch as prismatic as the fireworks yet to come.

TASTE OF AMERICANA

Light the grill for the star of the lineup: hearty steak served with homemade blue cheese dressing. A trio of fresh sides accompanies the flame-kissed main dish, including skewers of zucchini ribbons and multicolored tomatoes, citrusy broccoli slaw tossed with Parmesan cheese, and creamed corn

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