There's a tinge of coolness in the air on a hot summer night. A gentle breeze makes the hanging stream of lanterns dance to the music coming from my husband's guitar while the backyard is full of laughter and kids chasing each other with water guns. These are the scenes of my favorite summer nights. Everyone gathered around, eating great food, sipping on a pitcher of ice-cold cocktails, and having a fabulous time are the main reasons I enjoy the summer months. Dinner parties are just more relaxed in the summer and I think a lot of that has to do ...The post Buttermilk Brined Grilled Chicken appeared first on in sock monkey slippers.