Ep 24. No-Sweat Summer Party

In this episode of The Kitchen, titled "No-Sweat Summer Party," the hosts are preparing for a summer soirée without breaking a sweat. The show features a range of recipes, tips and tricks for hosting the perfect summer party.

Hosts Jeff Mauro, Katie Lee, Sunny Anderson, Geoffrey Zakarian and Alex Guarnaschelli kick off the show by introducing the dazzle-icious cocktails and mocktails that are sure to please guests. From refreshing sangria recipes, a cool and fruity melon cocktail, to a zesty lemonade mocktail, surely every summer drinker will find their thirst quenched. With a few simple ingredients and little mixing skills, these drinks present a package of refreshment both kids and adults will love.

Once the drinks are set, it's time for appetizers. The show presents a range of finger-licking starters that will keep guests happy without filling them up before the main meal. Sunny Anderson shares a recipe for her Buffalo Chicken Meatball Skewers, a delicious twist on a classic. Geoffrey Zakarian offers his smoked salmon and cucumber crackers, an easy-to-assemble hors d'oeuvre that looks and tastes fantastic. Alex Guarnaschelli brings her summer roll recipe to the table, perfect for snacking with a light peanut butter dipping sauce.

Next, the show moves on to the main course. Expect a range of mouthwatering dishes that are both barbecue-friendly and quick to make. The team delivers the grill master's recipes, including Jeff Mauro's Grilled Shrimp and Arugula Salad - a sweet and savory seafood dish with a peppery note, along with Sunny Anderson's sumptuous steak tacos, a real crowd-pleaser that's finger-licking good with a spicy salsa to take it over the top. Geoffery Zakarian's juicy turkey burgers kick it up a notch with some added flavor in the form of red pepper pesto. Finally, Katie Lee brings to the table her Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad, with a crispy bacon accent.

To finish off the meal, The Kitchen team whips up some homemade ice cream recipes, a real crowd-pleaser with quick and easy recipes that call for minimal equipment. Join in the fun as they explore the science of homemade ice cream before whipping up amazing flavors such as Brown Sugar Bourbon, Triple-Layered Ice Cream Cake, and Homemade No-Churn Ice Cream.

Last but not least, the hosts share their party tricks and tips for hosting a stress-free summer soirée. Whether it's keeping the menu simple, keeping drinks cold in an innovative way, simplifying your table settings, or picking the right kind of music - the team shares their secret recipe for an unforgettable summer party.

In summary, if you're looking for ways to throw a successful summer party without breaking a sweat, this is the episode for you. From cocktails to appetizers, mains, and desserts - the hosts of The Kitchen have got it all sorted in this season 16 episode 24. Tune in to The Kitchen to discover sweet and savory party recipe ideas that can be whipped up with minimal stress and effort.