Labor Day is upon us, and that means we’re prepping for our final summer barbecues before it’s back to the daily grind. With that in mind, COOK has all you’ll need to have a stylish and delicious holiday weekend. We have some suggestions to make sure your final soiree of the season is memorable!

Serving up some fresh produce at your Labor Day event? Why not compliment them by plating them in these white and mint berry baskets. No need to pack them away after summer, these will look good in your home all year round.
Impress your guests with an artfully composed cheese plate. Better yet, serve it up on a lovely rustic cutting board by AHeirloom to add some style to that spread.
It’s simply not Labor Day without some good barbecue food, so dive into our selection of carniverous cookbooks. In the Charcuterie by Taylor Boetticher and Toponia Miller will be your guide to making some amazing sausage and roasts for your guests! You can also check out Slow Fires by Justin Smillie of STARR Restaurant’s Upland for some fantastic grill recipes and more!

And, while you’re at it, take some time to master the art of the cocktail with some fun bar books. Nothing says summertime like a good tiki drink. Smuggler’s Cove by Martin Cate will provide you with everything you need to know about making a delicious beverage. Have you exhausted yourself from the classic gin and tonic this summer? Find some inventive ways to serve up that bottle of gin with The Spirit of Gin by Matt Teacher.
Shop our COOK pantry and bookshelves Tuesday through Sunday from 12-5, except when class is in session.