Friday, June 20, 2014

Heat it Up Giveaway Blog Hop





Once again, I am joining the ladies at Runaway Bridal Planner and Neon Princesses for a Giveaway Blog Hop!
I was having trouble deciding what to give away this time! I have another giveaway coming up, but I wanted this one to be separate from that! I have been loving my FitBit lately, and since I can't afford to give one of those away, I went with this awesome Pure Via step counter instead. The lid flips open to reveal your steps! What a great way to make sure you are moving enough this summer!
Since you are moving, you might decide to move around outside, and you might need lip balm for your dry lips! It has an SPF of 15! AND you might also want some new tunes, or maybe a new app or 3, so I included a $15 i Tunes gift card!



The next decision was how to pick a winner. I could do a rafflecopter, or an old fashioned question and answer kind of giveaway. It's summer, so let's keep it simple!
Comment below and let me know what your favorite summer food is! Link it to a recipe for a bonus entry!
How easy is that? Piece of cake!
So let's hear it!

What is your favorite summer food?

 Oh, and be sure to check out all of the other blogs that will also be giving away something! The giveaway will run from June 20-29th, so you have plenty of time to hop about.


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122 comments:

  1. matt0701June 20, 2014 at 7:54 AM

    My favorite summer food is honestly anything that comes out of my vegetable garden, but if I had to choose a favorite, it would probably be zucchini because I can pick it wash it, cut it into wedges, sprinkle with oil, salt, and pepper and grill it.

    mattschmunk at gmail dot com

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    1. BarkingMadRunJune 21, 2014 at 6:39 PM

      yum! we love to eat zucchini that way! We are trying to grow veggies this year, but Sandy wrecked our ground and nothing at all grew last year, so we aren't sure how this year will go!

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  2. AnonymousJune 20, 2014 at 8:52 AM

    My favorite summer food is watermelon!
    POKERGRL8 at gmail.com

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  3. UnknownJune 20, 2014 at 9:21 AM

    Who we fooling? I love icecream but my favorite healthy summer food is cherries

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    1. BarkingMadRunJune 21, 2014 at 6:38 PM

      lol the hubs really likes cherries, and so does the boy! I like them, but not as much as those two do!

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  4. latanya tJune 20, 2014 at 10:46 AM

    I love peaches.

    dlatany at gmail dot com

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  5. UnknownJune 20, 2014 at 11:11 AM

    My favorite summer food is ice cream.

    rounder9834 @yahoo.com

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    1. BarkingMadRunJune 21, 2014 at 6:37 PM

      there is a truck that goes around here that sells it freshly scooped from a local place that makes it on site! yum!

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  6. Breanna S.June 20, 2014 at 11:56 AM

    I love a juice ripe watermellon!

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  7. BethJune 20, 2014 at 12:24 PM

    I love ice cream!
    dez3b@yahoo.com

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  8. Diane EstrellaJune 20, 2014 at 12:44 PM

    Fresh strawberries are a must have at the moment.

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  9. AmyJune 20, 2014 at 12:52 PM

    I LOVE summer panzanella.

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  10. AmyJune 20, 2014 at 12:52 PM

    And this is my favorite recipe for it:
    http://cheaphealthygood.blogspot.com/2010/06/summer-panzanella-open-letter.html

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  11. JillJune 20, 2014 at 12:56 PM

    My favorite summer food is a fresh fruit salad!

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  12. greeniejoeyJune 20, 2014 at 1:08 PM

    I love watermelon. Give me one large watermelon that's nice and cold and I'll be happy!

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  13. greeniejoeyJune 20, 2014 at 1:14 PM


    No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake
    Serves 12
    High in protein, low in fat, low in sugar, and roughly 150 calories per slice -- this No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake makes a perfect cool and creamy summer treat!
    Write a reviewSave RecipePrint
    Prep Time30 min Total Time3 hr
    For the crust
    7-8 full sheets of graham crackers (about 1 1/2 cups crumbs)
    2 Tbsp. butter, at room temperature*
    For the cheesecake
    2.5 tsp. powdered gelatin
    3 Tbsp. cool water
    1 cup 2% cottage cheese
    1 cup plain Greek yogurt
    1/2 cup icing sugar
    For the strawberry mousse
    4 tsp. powdered gelatin
    4 Tbsp. cool water
    1 lb. strawberries
    1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
    1 Tbsp. lemon juice
    5 Tbsp. powder sugar
    For the crust
    Place the graham crackers in the bowl of a food processor and pulse until finely ground. Add butter and continue processing until the mixture reaches the consistency of wet sand. Transfer to a 9-inch springform pan, pressing in firmly.** Cover with plastic wrap refrigerate while you prepare the next layer.
    For the cheesecake
    Prepare gelatin. In a small saucepan, pour cool water over gelatin, mixing until the water is fully absorbed. Place saucepan on the stove and stir constantly until the gelatin is completely dissolved; 1 or 2 minutes. Do not let it reach a boil. Remove from stove and set aside to cool.
    Add cottage cheese and Greek yogurt to the bowl of a food processor and process until they form a smooth paste. Add powder sugar and continue processing. Finally, add prepared gelatine, processing until fully incorporated.
    Pour cheese mixture over the graham crust, using a spatula to ensure that it is evenly distributed. Return to the fridge while you prepare the final layer.
    For the strawberry mousse
    Prepare gelatin. In a small saucepan, pour cool water over gelatin, mixing until the water is fully absorbed. Place saucepan on the stove and stir constantly until the gelatin is completely dissolved; 1 or 2 minutes. Do not let it reach a boil. Remove from stove and set aside to cool.
    Add strawberries to the bowl of a food processor and process until they become a smooth puree. Add Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and powder sugar and continue processing. Finally, add prepared gelatine, processing until fully incorporated.
    Pour strawberry mixture over the cheese layer, using a spatula to ensure that it is evenly distributed. Return to the fridge for several hours until it is fully set, preferably overnight.
    Notes
    * you can also sub with melted coconut oil.
    ** you can press down with a flat bottomed cup to make sure it's packed in tightly.

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  14. DebbyJune 20, 2014 at 1:49 PM

    My favorite summer food is Amazing Coconut Oil Fudge (Dairy-free, Sugar-free)! Nice and cool since I store it in the freezer.
    I also love the fresh fruits and vegetables!

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  15. DebbyJune 20, 2014 at 1:50 PM

    Here's a Link for Amazing Coconut Oil Fudge (Dairy-free, Sugar-free)

    http://www.thesweetplantain.com/amazing-coconut-oil-fudge-dairy-free-sugar-free/

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    1. BarkingMadRunJune 21, 2014 at 6:34 PM

      oh my! Thanks for sharing, I have to try that!!!

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  16. Runaway Bridal PlannerJune 20, 2014 at 4:05 PM

    My favorite summer food is strawberry shortcake, homemade with fresh from the garden strawberries:) Yum:)

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    1. BarkingMadRunJune 21, 2014 at 6:33 PM

      yum! I wish we could grow berries. I have never tried though. Hmmmmmm

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  17. AnonymousJune 20, 2014 at 5:10 PM

    Pineapple!

    Amy
    Miss Adventures in Running

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  18. TamiJune 20, 2014 at 5:39 PM

    Sweet corn on the cob! And fresh fruit salad!

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    1. BarkingMadRunJune 21, 2014 at 6:32 PM

      we are having corn on the cob tonight! The hubs wraps it in foil and grills it!

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  19. UnknownJune 20, 2014 at 6:02 PM

    Watermelon and strawberries! I love summer fruits. I also love the 4th of July so anything red white and blue! Like fruit and jello cups. :-)

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    1. BarkingMadRunJune 21, 2014 at 6:31 PM

      Yum! U love angel food cake with blueberries and strawberries on the 4th!

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  20. Brandi DawnJune 20, 2014 at 6:14 PM

    My favorite summer recipe is Organic Fruit Pizza! Yum! See link below :D

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  21. Brandi DawnJune 20, 2014 at 6:14 PM

    http://deliciouslyorganic.net/fruit-pizza-recipe/

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  22. AnonymousJune 20, 2014 at 11:47 PM

    I LOVE grilled shrimp in the summer!

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    1. BarkingMadRunJune 21, 2014 at 6:30 PM

      the hubs loves shrimp, but I don't think we ever grilled it! Hmmmmmm

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  23. CarleenJune 21, 2014 at 12:09 AM

    I love all the fresh fruits! We have so many strawberries from the garden this year, it's great!

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  24. UnknownJune 21, 2014 at 12:30 AM

    My favorite summer food is ice cream! Why does it have to be delicious??? Why? :)

    teffgossett@gmail.com

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    1. BarkingMadRunJune 21, 2014 at 6:30 PM

      right? I am lactose intolerant, but I can do froyo. you know, covered in reeses cups lol

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  25. AdawkJune 21, 2014 at 7:54 AM

    watermelon

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  26. AnonymousJune 21, 2014 at 1:57 PM

    Homemade Matcha Ice Cream! :]
    http://fairyburger.wordpress.com/2014/05/22/recipe-redux-matcha-ice-cream/

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  27. UnknownJune 21, 2014 at 3:07 PM

    I love love fresh fish on the grill!

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    1. BarkingMadRunJune 21, 2014 at 6:28 PM

      I live at the shore, we have fresh fish everywhere, it's such a superfood!

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  28. AnonymousJune 21, 2014 at 4:08 PM

    watermelon to keep me cool

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    1. BarkingMadRunJune 21, 2014 at 6:28 PM

      I am not a huge fan of watermelon, but my family is! I cannot contact you if you win, I will need some way to get in touch!

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  29. UnknownJune 21, 2014 at 7:00 PM

    My fave summer go-to recipe is my Zucchini Brownies. They're a bit of heaven in an unusual but absolutely yummy way! Find them here: http://www.justapinch.com/recipes/dessert/other-dessert/zucchini-brownies-2.html

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    1. BarkingMadRunJune 23, 2014 at 6:42 PM

      OMG that is awesome! I have made black bean brownies, I will have to try these!

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  30. Ogitchida Kwe's Book BlogJune 21, 2014 at 11:57 PM

    My favorite summer food is sweet corn and I also love watermelon fruit salad. You can always reach me at the Nishhomeschool.blogspot.com

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  31. LisaJune 22, 2014 at 2:35 AM

    My favorite summer food is watermelon. Does a cocktail recipe count? http://eatingaroundwdw.wordpress.com/2014/06/11/margarita-of-the-month-june-2014-watermelon-margarita/

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  32. Terra HeckJune 22, 2014 at 4:54 AM

    My favorite summer food is grilled asparagus. Thanks.
    partymix25(at)hotmail(dot)com

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    1. BarkingMadRunJune 23, 2014 at 6:43 PM

      OMG me too! I can't always get decent fresh asparagus, but I love to grill it when I can!

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  33. PEMomJune 22, 2014 at 4:41 PM

    I love Cowboy Caviar. I linked the recipe but I use a bag of frozen corn and not canned. I also chop up and add any type of peppers that I have: red, green, yellow, orange. Love it! http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-detail.asp?recipe=29527

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    1. BarkingMadRunJune 23, 2014 at 6:44 PM

      LOVE the name, and anything with corn and peppers has my vote!

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  34. Paol TrennyJune 22, 2014 at 9:45 PM

    I like eating summer salad such as the recipes below:

    Stone Fruit Salad with Toasted Almonds

    http://www.cookinglight.com/food/quick-healthy/quick-easy-summer-recipes/stone-fruit-salad-almonds

    Creole Tomato Salad

    http://www.cookinglight.com/food/quick-healthy/quick-easy-summer-recipes/creole-tomato-salad

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  35. UnknownJune 22, 2014 at 10:42 PM

    http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/couscous_fruit_salad.html ALL I can say about it is YUM!

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  36. Shane R.June 23, 2014 at 3:20 AM

    I like to eat my family's fruit salad in the summer http://shaneskillercupcakes.com/2013/07/skeetie-salad-a-k-a-fruit-salad/

    shangelx at gmail dot com

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  37. benj13blueJune 23, 2014 at 9:43 AM

    I love a good pasta salad during the summer, and I recently discovered this recipe that I love. It's really adaptable to whatever you like best, too.

    http://www.budgetbytes.com/2011/06/summer-vegetable-pasta-salad/

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  38. bkittieJune 23, 2014 at 11:29 AM

    My favorite summer food is grilled corn on the cob!

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  39. John @ run. geek. run(disney)June 23, 2014 at 1:54 PM

    My favorite has to be these turkey burgers http://m.allrecipes.com/recipe/39748/actually-delicious-turkey-burgers

    Granted, I eat them year round, but great during the summer to grill outside, maybe with some corn on the cob. Tasty.

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    1. BarkingMadRunJune 23, 2014 at 6:45 PM

      LOVE turkey burgers, will have to give this a try!

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  40. sweepinmomma123June 23, 2014 at 3:05 PM

    I love watermelon and bbq ribs. Family time outside with those 2

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  41. UnknownJune 24, 2014 at 4:43 PM

    My favorite summer foods are all the different fresh in season fruit.

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    1. BarkingMadRunJune 27, 2014 at 4:21 PM

      yum! I just bought the prettiest blueberries! Can't wait to eat them!

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  42. crystalsgJune 24, 2014 at 10:58 PM

    watermelon

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  43. JulieJune 25, 2014 at 11:07 AM

    My favorite summer food is salad! I especially love salads like this one: http://bakingwithblondie.blogspot.com/2013/01/southwestern-chopped-chicken-salad.html

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  44. UnknownJune 25, 2014 at 1:05 PM

    My favorite summer food is watermelon.

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  45. UnknownJune 25, 2014 at 3:34 PM

    My favorite summer foods are shrimp cocktail and salad.

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  46. Jill Myrick (jsc123)June 26, 2014 at 1:23 AM

    My favorite summertime food is watermelon.

    jweezie43[at]gmail[dot]com

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  47. noreenJune 26, 2014 at 2:26 AM

    Rainer. Berries, they are in season right now and I adore them!

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    1. BarkingMadRunJune 27, 2014 at 4:22 PM

      they are all so perfect right now, I am loving them!

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  48. UnknownJune 27, 2014 at 2:04 AM

    I love grilled chicken and watermelon in the summer CharlesMay609@aol.com

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    1. BarkingMadRunJune 27, 2014 at 4:23 PM

      I could eat chicken every day, especially from the grill!

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  49. Debbie H.June 27, 2014 at 7:27 AM

    Watermelon without a doubt! No link required!

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  50. Courtney PJune 27, 2014 at 10:48 PM

    This grilled corn salad - heaven!
    http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/grilled-corn-and-tomato-salad-recipe.html#!

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  51. matopeJune 28, 2014 at 12:05 AM

    melons and berries for sure!
    mud child tuesday at yahoo dot com

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  52. Sarah OswaldJune 28, 2014 at 3:36 AM

    My favorite summertime food is watermelon and corn on the cobb
    sally0630@frontiernet.net

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  53. Sarah OswaldJune 28, 2014 at 3:41 AM

    This is one of my favorite peanut butter recipes and easy to make.
    http://www.ericksonandco.com/2014/03/recipe-healthy-peanut-butter-balls.html

    sally0630@frontiernet.net

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    1. BarkingMadRunJune 29, 2014 at 3:29 PM

      peanut butter is my happy food, especially when i am stressed! yum!

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  54. LaurenJune 28, 2014 at 9:42 AM

    Favorite summertime food has to be corn on the cob.
    Nom nom nom

    Or a cold salad like summertime succotash or 3 bean salad (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ntrlUm8apv8)

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    1. BarkingMadRunJune 29, 2014 at 3:29 PM

      I will have try these, especially the succotash!

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  55. UnknownJune 28, 2014 at 1:36 PM

    My favorite summer food is watermelon. my favorite summer recipe is grape salad. I know, grape salad? sounds insane, but SWEET GOODNESS you have to try it. I will confess the first time I had it at a summertime potluck I went back three times to the dessert table and then hunted down the recipe on the internet! http://womenlivingwell.org/2011/01/low-fat-dessert-grape-salad/ here you go!!

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    1. BarkingMadRunJune 29, 2014 at 3:29 PM

      I have never heard of this, but I will HAVE to try it! OMG it looks good!

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  56. Linda KishJune 28, 2014 at 4:00 PM

    I love summer fruits, especially watermelon.

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  57. wen budroJune 28, 2014 at 5:25 PM

    My favorite summer food is blueberries.

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    1. BarkingMadRunJune 29, 2014 at 3:30 PM

      I love blueberries!!! and cobbler? Even better!

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  58. wen budroJune 28, 2014 at 5:26 PM

    This recipe is for blueberry cobbler http://allrecipes.com/recipe/very-best-blueberry-cobbler/

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  59. Emma A.June 28, 2014 at 5:29 PM

    My favorite summer food is...cupcakes. Because of all the family get togethers required during the summertime, I make them a lot. Here is my most favorite cupcake recipe website.

    http://alchemybaking.blogspot.com/2012/10/the-best-moist-chocolate-cupcake-recipe.html

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    1. BarkingMadRunJune 29, 2014 at 3:30 PM

      cupcakes are the perfect food! For real, I cannot turn one down!

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  60. UnknownJune 28, 2014 at 7:21 PM

    My favorite summer food is frozen grapes! They are the best!!!

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  61. UnknownJune 28, 2014 at 7:23 PM

    Link to favorite food :-)

    http://m.wikihow.com/Make-Frozen-Grapes

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  62. UnknownJune 29, 2014 at 5:24 AM

    My favorite food in the summer is watermelon and cherries. Both go great in fresh water, salads, or by themselves.

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    1. BarkingMadRunJune 29, 2014 at 3:32 PM

      we just got cherries, they boy and the hubs LOVE them!

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  63. Joy @ TheJoyOfHope21.blogpot.comJune 29, 2014 at 2:50 PM

    fresh picked strawberries..... http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Kiwi-Strawberry-Smoothie/Detail.aspx?evt19=1

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  64. Sam StampJune 29, 2014 at 3:29 PM

    My favorite summer food is Fried Dough. It's Fair Season so it's easier to come across.
    samimcsamsam(at)gmail(dot)com

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    1. BarkingMadRunJune 29, 2014 at 3:32 PM

      OMG or fried oreos? I only get those at ball games, they are so fabulous!

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  65. Jasmine PJune 29, 2014 at 7:54 PM

    My favorite summer food is BBQ chicken on the grill!

    commonsenseandstilettos@yahoo.com

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  66. AnonymousJune 29, 2014 at 11:57 PM

    mine would be grilled hotdogs!

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