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Join the Blessing Basket Event at Sid’s Pizza

Mary Ellen Vanaken: North Atlanta Real Estate Trends Published on: 03/09/2026

Celebrate Thanksgiving at Sid's Pizza in Alpharetta with the Blessing Basket Event on Nov 10th. Join the community for a heartwarming gathering.

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Friends enjoying an outdoor meal on a rustic porch with a red and white checkered tablecloth, overlooking a green field.

4th of July Recipes: Easy & Delicious Dishes for 2025

Local Area

April 18, 2025•1 min read

The 4th of July is here! Whether you're hosting the party or heading to a friends check out these easy and delicious recipe to celebrate the day!

Mexican Street Corn Dip is one step above chips and salsa! It's delicious arguably nutritious and the best way to start your 4th! It's creamy salty and sure to be a show stopper!

Mexican Street Corn Dip

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BLT Pasta Salad

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Slow-Cooker Pulled Pork

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Maybe you're more of a chicken person than pork? Well do not worry these BBQ Chicken Kebabs are the best you'll find! They also have the added bonus of maneuverability - yes please!

Now you can't have a southern BBQ without Mac N Cheese. But, it can be hard to be serving out mac n cheese with a large group thats why we recommend Mac n Cheese Muffins! All the great taste with out the mess later. Its the perfect way to celebrate being an American!

Mac & Cheese Muffins

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Red, White, & Blue Strawberry Cheesecake Bites are going to make the best dessert for any group! They're almost too healthy to say no to and an easy dessert to grab!

If you're more of a chocolate person then these 4th of July brownie bites are sure to be your favorite!