🏡 Outdoor Refresh

• Patio Prep: Sweep and clean your outdoor spaces. Add string lights or lanterns for a cozy ambiance.

• Planting: June is ideal for heat-loving plants like tomatoes, peppers, and basil.

• Watering: Water early in the morning to reduce evaporation and keep roots cool.

• Mulching: Apply mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

🌸 Indoor Vibes

• Textile Swap: Rotate heavy winter fabrics for light, breathable linens.

• Seasonal Blooms: Bring in fresh flowers like peonies or hydrangeas to brighten your space.

🍽️ Easy Summer Recipes

🥗 Grilled Peach & Arugula Salad

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe peaches, halved and pitted

• 4 cups fresh arugula

• 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese

• 1/4 cup chopped pecans

• Balsamic glaze

Instructions:

1. Grill peach halves until charred (about 2 minutes per side).

2. Slice and toss with arugula, goat cheese, and pecans.

3. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and serve chilled.

🌽 Elote-Style Street Corn

Ingredients:

• 4 ears of corn, husked

• 1/4 cup mayonnaise

• 1/4 cup sour cream

• 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled

• 1 tsp chili powder

• Juice of 1 lime

• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

1. Grill corn until charred.

2. Mix mayo and sour cream; brush over corn.

3. Sprinkle with cheese, chili powder, lime juice, and cilantro.

🍓 No-Bake Berry Cheesecake Cups

Ingredients:

• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs

• 1/4 cup melted butter

• 8 oz cream cheese (softened)

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 cup whipped topping

• Mixed berries for topping

Instructions:

1. Mix crumbs and butter; press into small jars or cups.

2. Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla; fold in whipped topping.

3. Spoon into cups and top with berries. Chill for 1–2 hours before serving.

🍹 Refreshing June Drinks

✨ Sparkling Strawberry Lemonade (Mocktail)

Ingredients:

• 1 cup fresh strawberries

• Juice of 2 lemons

• 2 tbsp honey or agave

• Sparkling water

• Mint for garnish

Instructions:

1. Blend strawberries, lemon juice, and honey.

2. Strain and pour over ice.

3. Top with sparkling water and garnish with mint.

🌿 Garden Cucumber Mojito (Cocktail)

Ingredients:

• 2 oz white rum

• 1 oz lime juice

• 1 tsp sugar

• Fresh mint

• 2 slices cucumber

• Sparkling water

Instructions:

1. Muddle mint, cucumber, sugar, and lime juice.

2. Add rum and ice; shake well.

3. Top with sparkling water and garnish with mint and cucumber.

🍑 Peach Basil Smash

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe peach, sliced

• Fresh basil leaves

• 1 oz honey syrup

• 2 oz bourbon (optional)

• Club soda

Instructions:

1. Muddle peach slices and basil with honey syrup.

2. Add bourbon and ice; shake well.

3. Strain into a glass; top with club soda and garnish with basil.