A seated dinner is the highest form of treating your guests to a special evening, often showcasing the importance of the occasion.
I love entertaining in mid January and February after the holiday parties have faded, the lights have been put away and there is something cozy about the darkness. Light a fire and invite your friends for a dinner that is special. Appetizer Smoked Trout dip with Sea Salt Crackers This dip sets the tone for […]
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This is a great dinner for the first warm-ish evening when kids can play outside while parents relax on the porch. Maybe keeping comfortable in front of the Solo Stove. Starter Potato Leak Soup Don’t steer away from serving soup with a crowd— even when dinner is not seated & served. Simply hold the soup
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Serve a crowd with an Italian inspired meal. This is a great option to leave out for guests to serve themselves. Appetizer Stuffed Mushrooms Main Chicken Piccata Italian Chopped Salad Sauteed Spinach String Beans with Shallots Serve with Alessi Breadsticks and soft butter Dessert Vanilla Panna Cotta
This dinner comes together easily and is the perfect choice for entertaining the neighbors when you’ve been busy all day. Starter:We love this or this option for Mixed Nuts to keep on hand. Throw them in a bowl at the bar and the coffee table. A crisp Sancerre goes well with dinner. Main Course:When you
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An easy, light, summer meal to enjoy on a screened porch in the summer. Appetizer Pistachios Leave them shelled and you’ll accomplish two things in one: an activity and an appetizer! Main Course Charlie Bird’s Farro SaladBrie Bacon & Fig Jam Sandwiches Serve family-style (pun intended) with a big bowl of salad and a platter
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