Celebrating the 4th of July in London American Style
We helped host a traditional American 4th of July party at our friends the Longhurst's with other British friends (11 adults and 15 kids!). The menu included hamburgers and sausages and fixings, homemade potato salad (by Jeremy it was fantastic and I don't even like this stuff!), baked beans, green salad, fruit, and veggies in the shape of the American flag. Desserts included blueberry pie, chocolate cake, and a Union Jack flag cake (looked good, but not much interest in it). Of course no celebration is complete without beverages, the local specialty for the summer is Pimm's, but I also made a non-alcoholic summer tea that was a big hit. We got so busy that we didn't even get to making the smores (to be done another day!). It was a great celebration with friends and the sun made a huge appearance which really helped make the day!
In the evening, there was an adults only party with more beverages and appetizers. And then the big finale with some fireworks. My friend Tracy got them from a local party store. They were a one light package which went off
continuously for a minute and a half. It was fantastic! It may have upset some of Tracy's neighbors, but it really was good. We finished the night off with some sparklers and conversation. Thank you Tracy and Paul for hosting all of us and letting us share our celebration!
posted by Chris @ 3:17 PM
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