Welcome to Friday Favorites, a weekly series where I share interesting articles, books, fashion finds, recipes and more!
Good morning friends, are you ready for a long 3 day weekend? Me too? We will be attending the village parade and fireworks on the 4th, a barbecue and enjoying the sound of silence. Yesterday there were 8 people here, working on the plumbing, the dry wall, measuring one last time for the cabinets and I can’t remember what else. But you are not here for a kitchen update so settle in for my Friday favorites post, as always I have lots to share.
Friday Favorites from Shari Silver, Well Plated, Quiche My Grits and More
Food

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Oh my goodness, doesn’t this tomato olive flatbread look amazing?
Fresh Summer Tomatoes with Bacon Vinaigrette could be a side or a meal with a little protein on the side and some bread.

Image Sheri Silver
An easy and delicious appetizer, Proscuitto Wrapped Figs, if you would like more travel inspired recipes check out this recipe from Kim and this one from Annie.

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Have you ever had 7 layer salad? I remember this salad served at almost every family function when I was in high school. I can’t wait to make it again.
Ice coffee fans have you tried Japanese Iced coffee? If not here’s the recipe.
Haveing a party this weekend to celebrate the 4th of July? Why not make some refreshing 4th of July punch? If you are a tequila fan you might like this punch recipe better.
If you missed it you can find 10 of my favorite 4th of July recipes here, including coleslaw, potato salad and of course dessert.
Interesting Articles
Climate Change Is Altering the Chemistry of Wine
What is the best way to help extremely poor people?
How To Have Awkward Conversations.
Tips to Creating a Productive Work Environment
From aardvark to woke: inside the Oxford English Dictionary
Can a corporation own a color?
‘Just stop buying lattes’: The origins of a millennial housing myth
The Best Vacation Rental Alternatives to Airbnb
20 Incredible Road Trips in the U.S.
Do you like English country houses? Me too and this one is gorgeous.
Books
The Poets House(pre-order)
You can find all of my book recommendations on “My Bookshop” Pinterest Board
Friday Finds
Love this dress, and if you do too, it’s on sale for $100. BR has a lot of fabulous things on sale this weekend, like this wide brim hat, and these beautiful sandals.
A great cheese board for summer entertaining. I think it would also make a fun hostess gift. It’s on sale for $15.00. If you prefer a cheese dome, this marble and glass one is on sale too! Add some colorful cheese knives and you are all set!
This classic blue and white shirt is on sale along with some many other wardrobe stables.
Weekend Sales
There are a lot of sales this weekend, so in between the parades, fireworks and barbecues you might want to take a look and add a few pieces to your wardrobe or purchase some early Christmas gifts.
I will be looking for deals at the following stores.
Boden Up to 50% off This shirt dress is one of my favorite pieces on sale.
JCrew UP TO 70% OFF ORIGINAL PRICES + 25% OFF (ALMOST) EVERYTHING ELSE. USE CODE GOFOURTH
Banana Republic 50% off Everything + an extra 25%off I am thinking of getting these white jeans.
H&M, there are so many great dresses on sale for under $50
Target 30% off Outdoor Furniture
DON’T FORGET WEEKEND MEANDERINGS
I hope you enjoyed my Friday Favorites and that you found something to make, to read and to enjoy.
Don’t forget to stop by tomorrow for “weekend meanderings” with Kim and Juliet.
Have a wonderful weekend friends, be safe and enjoy your 4th of July celebrations.

Thank you SO much for including my dish in your post today! I so appreciate you! xo
Elizabeth, such a fun post with book recs and appetizers. Thank you for the mention! That’s so sweet. xxw