Cosmopolitan magazine is well known for its provocative and sometimes inappropriate sex advice. However, from my inside sources (girlfriends), I find out the other secrets hiding within those pages of perfume samples and bikini models.

This week - summer cocktail recipes. Summer's halfway over, but it's not getting any colder outside. Cosmo has prepared a fine list of colorful cocktails that don't just taste good, but look the part as well (and are sure to impress the ladies).

The watermelon martini is destined to be a poolside favorite, while the kerasi (Greek for "cherry") is more of a Hey, let's go watch the sunset kind of drink.

I've learned, albeit slowly, that having a go-to cocktail recipe for female guests is an absolute necessity. Guys, take note. Ladies, slip this list in his mailbox.