Summer Entertaining Simplified

Entertaining in any capacity requires a certain skillset. There are so many things to worry about — the food, entertainment, décor… Add to that the special challenges that come with summer and it’s easy to be overwhelmed with the prospect of hosting any outdoor soirée. It doesn’t have to be that way, though. Over my next few posts I will be sharing my tips and tricks for overcoming the most common summertime entertaining hiccups.

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Stumped on what to serve? How to decorate? How to keep the bugs away or keep your food — and your guests — from melting? Or maybe it’s keeping your guests entertained that has you stressed. Over a series of posts in the next few weeks, I’m going to cover everything.

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I’ll be sharing recipes featuring some of the season’s biggest stars! Delicious dishes with peaches, tomatoes and veggies fresh from the garden to pair with your favorite La Crema wine. And what would summer entertaining be without a good grilling recipe? That’s on the agenda too of course!

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Beautiful décor doesn’t have to be fussy. I’ll share my favorite tips and tricks for sprucing up your outdoor table. Bonus — you can do all of your décor shopping right where you pick up your dinner ingredients!

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Uninvited guests have you stressed? I’ve got some solutions for bug control that are completely natural, beautiful and smell great!

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So please, come along with me on this crash course in summer entertaining simplified. I think you will love what we have in store for you and I can’t wait to share!

The Series

• Décor
• Entertainment
• Obstacles
• Centerpieces
• Panzanella Salad
• Peach & Arugula Salad with Crispy Bacon
• Grilled Chicken with Gremolata

For more tips from this series, visit Camp Makery.