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Snacks, Sips & Sunshine

A tasty mix of cookbooks and summer inspiration—discover fresh recipes, outdoor entertaining ideas, and fun ways to make the most of sunny days.

Cook it Wild: Sensational Prep-ahead Meals for Camping, Cabins, and the Great Outdoors
Chris Nuttall-Smith
Heydays at The June Motel: Beach Town Classics
Freddy Laliberté
Smooth Life: Fun and Delicious Recipes From the Blender and Beyond!
Ashley Johnston
Every Salad Ever: From Grains to Greens and Pasta to Beans Plus Every Salad in Betweens
Greta Podleski
The Book of Outdoor Games: 50+ Unplugged Activities for Kids & Families
Emily Philpott
Taste of Home Ultimate Outdoor Cookbook
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Symon's Dinners Cooking Outside
Michael Symon
The Meathead Method: A BBQ Hall of Famer's Secrets and Science on BBQ, Grilling, and Outdoor Cooking with 114 Recipes
Meathead Goldwyn
Waterloo, Wellington & Guelph Hikes: 35 Loop Routes
Nicola Ross
The Art of Barbecue: Techniques & Recipes, From Appetizers to Desserts
Thierry Cornuet
Retreats for the Soul: Sustainable and Stylish Hideaways and Havens
Sara Bird
Wood, Fire & Smoke: Recipes and Techniques for Wood-fired Cooking
Michael Smith
What's Gaby Cooking: Grilling all the Things
Gaby Dalkin
The Essential Cottage Cookbook: Simply Delicious Recipes for Cottages, Cabins, and Wherever Your Travels Take You
Andrea Buckett
Mocktail Lounge: Creative Alcohol-free Cocktails to Elevate Your Sipping Hour
Dylan Swift
Taste of Home What Can I Bring?: 360+ Dishes for Parties, Picnics & Potlucks
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Where Should We Camp Next? Camping 101
Stephanie Puglisi
Epic Salads: For Every Mood, Craving and Occasion
Jessica Prescott
Open Wide: A Cookbook for Friends
Benny Blanco
Indulge: Delicious and Decadent Dishes to Enjoy and Share
Valerie Bertinelli
Caesar Country: Cocktails, Clams & Canada
Aaron Harowitz
The Family Guide to Outdoor Adventures: 30 Wilderness Activities to Enjoy Nature Together!
Creek Stewart

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