Watermelon Cucumber Skewers
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Skewers are a Fourth of July favorite, but these are not your classic kebabs. They’re a fresh, light, and fun way to start a barbecue. Oh, and they don’t require any actual cooking.
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Secret Ingredients Film Screening When: Thursday, July 25; 5:30–9:30 p.m. Where: Chapman Cultural Center Cost: $10.50
• 1 block feta cheese, cubed • 1 bunch fresh mint leaves • Salt, to taste
watermelon, cubed • 2 cucumbers, cut into 1/4-inch rounds
More Americans than ever are starting to take note of where their food comes from, and Secret Ingredients puts a spotlight on the debate over organics, GMOs, pesticides, and other food system concerns, providing evidence that “food may be one of the biggest drivers of disease.” Enjoy free snacks and local vendors before the screening and a Q&A with an expert panel after. Fusion Fest When: Saturday, July 27; 3–10 p.m. Where: Barnet Park Cost: $6 The theme of the first-ever Fusion Fest is “Femme Takeover,” and Melting Pot Musical Society has invited female artists, musicians, and business owners to participate in the showcase, which it bills as a “celebration of creativity, inclusion, diversity, and the contributions of so many phenomenal women who have influenced and impacted the arts culture and community.” Stop by to listen to, eat with, and learn from some of the most inventive ladies around. Global Gourmet Cooking Camp When: Monday–Friday, July 29–Aug. 2; 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Where: Daniel Morgan Technology Center Cost: $35 Geared for kids ages 9–14, this five-day camp teaches both cultural lessons and cooking skills. Each day, campers will tackle a different region’s cuisine and cook up a delicious lunch. Native American, Asian, African, Mediterranean/European, and Latino traditions will all be represented, and parents are welcome to join their kids for a meal on the last day.
• 1 packet of bamboo skewers Equipment
Directions
1. Assemble skewers by placing one watermelon cube, one cucumber round, one feta cube, and one mint leaf on skewer in that order. Repeat until skewer is full. 2. Lightly season with salt and chill in fridge until right before serving.
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