The Editors at Food52.com

In the summer, you'll find us eating and drinking outside as much as we possibly can. So when it comes to throwing parties, we turn to potlucks to make hosting as stress-free as possible -- and to maximize our time out-of-doors. From picking the right recipes that can withstand a day in the sun to finding creative ways to add decorative (and edible!) flair, here are our top 5 tips for hosting a successful summer potluck.

1. Embrace the Make-Ahead Meal

Pan Bagnat: Le French Tuna Salad Sandwich

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Paige Schilt

We all know about “the birds and the bees and the flowers and the trees,” but have you ever considered what pollinators’ famous role in reproduction means for your favorite foods?

Pollinators move pollen between flowers and thus ensure the development of seeds and fruits. In fact, they’re responsible for one out of every three bites of food we eat!

Although pollinators come in every shape and size, bees probably make the largest contribution to our daily lives. Bees pollinate more than 100 types of crops in the US—everything from almonds to zucchini. They’re also vital to the reproduction of clover and alfalfa... Read More