<p>Despite summer being far from over, back-to-school shopping is already underway—the best deals to be had and how you can save some serious money this year. Also, our Shop TODAY team shares a few must-have skincare and beauty accessories for your next day in the sun. Plus, Octavia Spencer stops by to catch up and talk about her new Food Network show, ‘Family Recipe Showdown.’ And, Octavia sticks around to whip up a delicious summer fried chicken and picnic potato salad recipe with chef Dook Chase.</p>

Despite summer being far from over, back-to-school shopping is already underway—the best deals to be had and how you can save some serious money this year. Also, our Shop TODAY team shares a few must-have skincare and beauty accessories for your next day in the sun. Plus, Octavia Spencer stops by to catch up and talk about her new Food Network show, ‘Family Recipe Showdown.’ And, Octavia sticks around to whip up a delicious summer fried chicken and picnic potato salad recipe with chef Dook Chase.

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