I did make the potato salad the night before. DH and I thought the flavors were better for it. Meryl's Citrus Green Beans were fine done ahead too, and a refreshing change to the usual baked beans. Really like Joe's oven-baked drumsticks too! Just drain well on paperbags and paper towels. Baked in the morning and chilled all day. Also made Cook's Illustrated basil butter for grilled corn. Charred lightly, then places in a pan with the yummy butter. All the make-ahead made for a very pleasant HOT evening. Thanks to this site and its great cooks!!!