Sponsored by: Isopure, Zespri Kiwifruit, Circle K The recipe for a fantastic summer gathering is equal parts fabulous food, curating the right crowd and plenty of fun. From healthy summer eats and road trip treats to must-try recipes, Food Network Star Chef James Briscione joins our Laura Cavanaugh to offer some of his favorite summer obsessions. Chef Briscione is a culinary competition champ, winner of “Chopped” and “Beat Bobby Flay,” as well as a cookbook author and restaurant owner. His first tip is to get plenty of protein throughout the summer. For a high protein treat, Briscione’s likes to use Isopure Zero Carb Protein Powder in his summer protein smoothie bowl with fresh fruit. It has 25 grams of protein in each scoop. Isopure Zero Carb Protein Powder | www.theisopurecompany.com For a refreshing summer snack, Briscione says Zespri Sungold Kiwifruit are sweet, refreshing, juicy and delicious on a hot day. They are packed with nutrition. Try them as a snack on their own or mix them in a salsa, salads or on top of tarts. Zespri Sungold Kiwifruit | www.zespri.com To cool off in this heat, Briscione says head into America’s Thirst Stop Circle K. From now through August, participating Circle K Stores are offering Polar Pop & Frosters for 79 cents. And to celebrate summer, you know we have to fire up the grill. Chef Briscione writes all about it in his new book The Flavor Matrix, which is all about the science of flavor and what makes food delicious. It is filled with the ultimate summer recipes that will make you look like an all-star. For more information, visit www.TipsOnTv.com