“Ken (my husband) takes on grilling duties and we have yogurt marinated chicken breast (because the moms at our house like to think we are being healthy); we are a little obsessed with Chef Vivian Howard's Grilled Summer Squash with Blue Cheese and Pecans (we can't leave out the southern favorites - even better the next day); a simple orzo salad (the boys love the carbs); and strawberry shortcake for dessert, always with homemade whipped cream and a dash of Grand Marnier.”

—Nancy Kuperberg