A yeasted dough made with a blend of bread and all-purpose flour is dimpled by hand and topped with sliced onion, briny green olives, rosemary sprigs, and flaky sea salt, then baked at 425°F until golden. This pillowy, aromatic focaccia serves as a beautiful edible centerpiece and bread course for the birthday celebration.

A nutrient-packed smoothie blending blueberries, avocado, banana, collard greens, and pineapple with coconut water. A thick, creamy breakfast drink with a hint of lime and ginger.

Crispy baked egg rolls stuffed with Mexican cheese blend and corn, served with a quick salsa dipping sauce. An easy, crowd-friendly appetizer with Southwestern flair.

Toasted baguette rounds are piped with herbed chevre blended with chives, parsley, and lemon zest, baked until warm, then crowned with fresh raspberries and a honey-balsamic drizzle. These jewel-toned bites offer a perfect balance of creamy tang, fruity sweetness, and crisp bread.

Sweet jumbo lump crab is gently bound with breadcrumbs, lemon zest, Worcestershire, and Old Bay, then pan-fried in butter until golden and served with a tangy creme fraiche-mustard dipping sauce. These bite-sized crab cakes make a refined appetizer that sets a celebratory tone for the party.

Buttery slice-and-bake cookies studded with dried cherries and a subtle kick of white pepper, shaped into logs and chilled overnight before slicing. A surprising sweet-spicy combination that makes for an unexpected and delightful wine club dessert.

A kid-friendly mocktail blending fresh watermelon puree with lime juice and mint simple syrup, topped with sparkling water. Garnished with watermelon and mint skewers for a festive presentation.

Peach iced tea and fresh lemonade stirred together and topped off with a light lager beer for a fizzy, Southern-inspired shandy. An easy, refreshing tailgate sipper that keeps the whole crew cool through the fourth quarter.

Baked crispy tortillas spread with homemade refried beans and topped with a vibrant salad of romaine, tomatoes, olives, beets, and Parmesan in chipotle vinaigrette. A fresh, colorful So-Cal-style tostada that delivers satisfying crunch and bold Southwestern flavor in every bite.

Thinly sliced Yukon Gold potatoes rinsed, deep-fried at 315 degrees, and seasoned with savory chicken salt for an addictive crunch. A from-scratch chip that puts store-bought bags to shame on game day.