A fresh recipe for Juneteenth 🍉


Hi Reader,

Today is Juneteenth—a time to reflect, celebrate freedom, and honor a powerful part of American history.

Food has always been part of that celebration, and today I’m sharing something light, bright, and bold:

This Watermelon Salsa is cool, juicy, a little spicy, and just right for warm-weather gatherings.

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Whether you’re with family, at a cookout, or keeping it simple, I hope today brings you a moment of joy—and a really good bite to go with it.

Happy Cooking,

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Tanya Harris

Owner of My Forking Life

Cooking up delicious meals with love and flavor
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Hi, I'm Tanya, creator and owner of My Forking Life LLC. I provide all kinds of delicious recipes that focus on Southern and Caribbean cuisines. I also love kitchen gadgets and have many popular recipes made in air fryers, slow cookers, and pressure cookers.

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