Summer entertaining
Discover Pinterest’s 10 best ideas and inspiration for Summer entertaining. Get inspired and try out new things.
Memorial Weekend kicked off the start of Summer Entertaining outdoors! And with so many opportunities to choose from, it can get a little tricky balancing and planning gatherings - from pool parties to a backyard birthday bash - movie nights to the family barbeque- daytime bridal or baby showers - relaxed sunset engagement parties to intimate outdoor weddings. One commonality between all of these outdoor summer soirees is the need for recipes, trays and barcarts. I will share with you some…

Kirsty Ashford saved to grad party
Drink #3 for my perfect dinner party ... and don't be afraid to mix it up for some cocktail fun! Popsicles and Prosecco {Pottery Barn} #LiveOffTheMenu #Sanpellegrino
An farmhouse table is set for a simple but elegant summer evening in the garden. Tips on easy summer entertaining with rosé and charcuterie.
Debra Boyer saved to AL FRESCO...LOVE
A cheese board? Snooze-fest. For your next summer soirée, whip up a few of these small, crispy bites, then sit back with a glass of vino as the complements roll in.

Kelly Colig saved to Entertaining
A great lunch or dinner for summer entertaining or feeding the hungry family! Fresh, light, delicious and open to any combination of fixings you care to add to the platter.
16 ingredients
Meat
- 2 lbs Chicken thighs, skinless boneless
Produce
- 2 Avocados, ripe
- 1/4 cup Cilantro
- 2 tbsp Cilantro, leaves
- 2 cloves Garlic, roasted
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 1 Jalapeno, roasted
- 1 Lime
- 1 Of one lime, Zest & juice
- 2 tbsp Sweet onion
Condiments
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 1/4 cup Soy sauce
Baking & Spices
- 1/2 tsp Pepper, freshly ground
- 1/2 tsp Red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp Salt
Oils & Vinegars
- 4 tbsp Olive oil

Annette Scott saved to Food
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Lakegirl saved to Chicken...
It’s been a pretty warm summer so far around here. Atlanta heat in July and August can be pretty extreme. And when the temperatures start to rise, all I want to make for lunch or dinner is something easy and light(ish).
12 ingredients
Produce
- 4 Cucumbers, mini
- 1 small handful Garbanzo beans, toasted
- 1/2 cup Grape tomatoes
- 1 Parsley
Condiments
- 2 10 oz containers Hummus, homemade
- 1/4 cup Olives, large pitted
Baking & Spices
- 1 tsp Greek seasoning
- 1/4 cup Pepperoncini peppers
- 1/2 Red pepper
Oils & Vinegars
- 1 drizzle Olive oil, extra virgin
Bread & Baked Goods
- 1 package Pita bread, whole wheat
Dairy
- 1/4 cup Feta crumbles
Top simple bruschetta with whipped ricotta and a variety of sweet and savory toppings for a party appetizer that's easy yet impressive.
1 · Mix & Match Garden Cocktail Bar /Easy Entertaining Idea / Cocktail Recipes / Summer Entertaining / Outdoor Entertaining
3 ingredients
Produce
- 1 oz Citrus
Condiments
- 1 oz Simple syrup
Beer, Wine & Liquor
- 2 oz Spirit