Happy 4th of July

We started our Independence Day celebration with a nice pitcher of Mojitos. Other than the gin and tonic, this is the best adult beverage on the planet.

lots of ice
a few shredded mint leaves
approx. 1 tbsp sugar
1-2 tsp lime juice (I usually like a little more)
white rum
club soda


Look! We got a grill!


Look at that surface area -- this beats layering things on the hibachi....Plus, it has a side burner. Everyone knows what that means...we can finally make perfect fried rice!!! We are already wondering what our neighbors are going to think when we drag our wok outside.