9 Summer Host Gifts

Have your Summer invites landed in your inbox yet? With 4th of July and Father's Day around the corner, there will be parties.  I always say "You simply can't go empty handed." Here's a round up of summer host gifts that will get you invited back. 

Bespoke Embroidered Coaster Set

A personalized gift is always thoughtful. These are designed wigth soft cotton. More colors and designs available. Priced from $34 -$49

Mark and Graham

Grill, Marinade, & Prep Tray

Most things that a host grills are marinaded first. This pretty set does it all! They have a few different colors. I have linked you to all. $59

Williams Sonoma

Apotheke Tomato Tarragon 2 Wick Candle

These candles are really fabulous! Love the container that goes in any room. These two scents together just smell like summer. $54

Apotheke

Laurel Food Dome Set

If you entertain outdoors, gift yourself or your favorite outdoor host. These woven wonders, keep unwanted guests at the table. On sale $99 for 2

Serena & Lily

Lacquer Tini Things Trays

Pre-order this terrific tray for the Martini drinker in yuur life. I think it is worth the wait. They will serve one cocktail on it or make it a home for their tiniest of things at home.

Furbish Studio

Footed Artisan Citronlla & Geranium Candle

Keep the bugs away with this lovely scented  and attractive candle. I would love to receive it. On sale from $99 to $59.

Pottery Barn

Zoya Server Set

These stainless steel and bamboo serving pieces bring an earthy but elegant vibe to salads. $78

Anthropologie

Juliska Acryllic Glassware

Outdoor drinking and dining doesn't get any more elegant than Juliska. Not shown is a beautiful berry bowl and salad bowl. Prices are from $16 - $58. Two glasses make a lovely gift.

Bloomingdale's 

Infused Italian Olive Oil Set

Crafted In Italy, this set is like gifting a culinary adventure. Love the presentation! The olive oil flavors include  Garlic, Chili, and Basil. $54 Or if you prefer, you can purchase one larger container for $18 with even more flavors.

Verve Culture. 

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Disposable Dinnerware: For Your Summer Soirees

 

Outdoor Entertaining With Style

Via: Pomegranate 

No one knows more about outdoor entertaining than the lovely India Hicks. India and the current very warm weather in The Hudson Valley is the inspiration for this post. Each item will elevate your next deck or patio party. 

 

 

India Hicks Home Thistle Linens

India, the ultimate entertainer,  has designed this lovely Thistle  pattern. It's not modern or traditional. It's perfect, and nature forward. See the collection at..

Pomegranate 

 

 

 Rococo Scalloped Plates

 So nice looking and will look fabulous with any tablecloth and napkins. I love this Etsy Shop! By the way, they are not Dishwasher safe, but Mr. Shop This hand washes them, and they look like new.

Pret-a-Party NY

McKenzie-Childs Acrylic Glassware

A chic check always gets noticed inside or out.  Tap the link to see all the pieces. Loving the pitcher.

MacKenzie-Childs 

 

MacKenzie-Childs Throw

I like to decorate the outdoor furniture with a throw here and there.  I use fabulous Turkish towels. A throw can make a space feel cozy and inviting. Also you might want to use it as a tablelcloth. Love the look.

MacKenzie Childs 

Modern Disposable Stemware

 Oh how chic! These are sold in sets of five in your choice of color. Not dishwasher safe. My experience is that they can be reused if hand washed.

Preta Party NY

 

 

Food Cover

Isn't this the sweetest? I love this as a hostess gift. Everyone with outside space could use one.

Terrain 

 

Rattan Scalloped Placemats 

These will elevate any meal you serve inside or outside.

Pomegranate 

 

 Thomas Paul Plates

Perfectly sized for appetizers, salads, or dessert. The butterflies are so very garden party perfect! They are melamine. 

Perigold 

 

 Abaco Outdoor Bar Cart

If you entertain outside often, this chic cart will come in handy. It is made from acacia wood, and is weather resistant.  I love the covered ice bucket. Best of all, it is on sale!

Crate and Barrel 

 

Thomas Paul Platter

 What couldn't you serve on this platter? You also get free fast delivery!

Perigold 

 

Sole Acrylic Glassware

What pretty colors! They are a bit pricey but look it!

 Frontgate 

 

Cotton & Linen Napkins 

I really love using cloth napkins ouside, even with paper plates.  It's unexpected. These are gorgeous.

CB2 

 

 

 Bold Bloom Glasses

Aren't these delightful? Yes they indeed are glass, but if you are careful......They are very special. Wonderful in the garden or the kitchen.

Shop Terrain 

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Alfresco Entertaining Essentials

{ Via: Tiffany LaBelle }

In the Hudson Valley, we have had a run of delicious days in the 70's. Cocktails have been enjoyed on the terraces! I look forward to entertaining all summer long. It's so much more enjoyable when you have a few entertaining essentials on hand. Disposable cotton napkins, acrylic martini glasses, and so much more are chic components to your alfresco fun.

DuraClear® Tritan Outdoor Drinkware Collection

Create colorful cocktails with these stylish sets of six. Best yet, they won't break, crack, cloud or discolor. Dishwasher safe!

Sold only at....

Williams Sonoma

Woven Palm Charger

Crafted from palm fibers, these colorful chargers will add a pop of color to your garden party.

 Terrain

Herringbone Bamboo

Nothing can ruin an alfresco happy hour than watching the ants come marching in. Keep the bugs at bay with these good looking covers.

Terrain

Alabaster Serving Boards

Bright boards will get the party started indoors or out. Aren't they fabulous?

Shop Terrain

My DAP Cotton Napkins On A Roll

Just because you are serving alfresco, doesn't mean you lost your sense of style. Now you can be a little fancy outside. These napkins come in every color under the sun. They are washable and reusable. I love my grey DAPS. But in full disclosure, I find that you do have to iron them after washing. Love them, though.

Amazon

Del Sole Melamine Dinner Plates

Dress your table with festive flair! Inspired by hand painted earthenware patterns, these prints play well together.

Pottery Barn

Juliska Melamine Servers

One of the Juliska's best selling patterns, Berry & Thread, is now made in dishwasher safe servers. Bring a little something to mom on Mother's Day, and gift her with the platter.

Neiman Marcus

Marimekko Cooler Bag

What a good looking bag! It will add a pop of color to any outdoor party.Take the insulated bag on a picnic, to an outdoor concert, or just on your balcony or patio. Ships for free.

West Elm

Mario Luca Giusti Acrylic Drinkware
This brand really designs the prettiest non breakable outdoor drinkware. I have always admired it. Now it is on sale for 30% off, it is very tempting. See all of the styles at....

Horchow

Wicker & Leather Serving Tray

This is one stunning server. The acrylic insert keeps everything stable, and oh so stylish. Perfect for monogramming. It's nicely marked down today.

Mark and Graham

Water Color Abstract Plastic Plate Set

Kate McEnroe NY'S Etsy shop is filled with pretty things. I especially love the tabletop section. 

Etsy

Happy Hour Acrylic Martini Glasses

Love these. They will be good to have around even if you aren't a martini drinker. A guest or two will appreciate a glass just for them. On sale now for $5.99 at

Pottery Barn

Marin Serving Bowl

Salad. Pasta. Fruit. What couldn't you put inside this matte black bowl? Also available in three other colors. It's on sale now at

Crate and Barrel

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Stock Your Outdoor Kitchen

{ Via: Neiman Marcus }

 Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start of summer and grilling. Are you ready? It's time to prep for patio parties and alfresco afternoons. Here are a few "must have" tools  for entertaining this Summer. 

Tava Handwoven Serving Trays

Aren't these good looking? The trays have matching placemats for a well coordinated look.

Pottery Barn

Nonstick Mesh Grilling Bags Set

These are rather genius! They allow food to be grilled with a smoky flavor without falling through the grates. You get three bags in three sizes.

Sur La Table

Cuisinart 13-Piece Grill Tool Set 

Here's everything you need to be a grill master. It's well priced and presented for gifting.

West Elm

Le Cadeaux Outdoor Dinnerware

Why shouldn't your outdoor dishes look good, too?  These offer a shatterproof French flair to eery outdoor affair. It's all 25% off at 

Horchow

Sauce Dispensing Basting Brush

I can just see my Dad with his open pan of BBQ sauce and what he called his "mop." This will be way less messy.

Williams Sonoma

Fluted Acrylic Pitcher

I own these glasses. They are good looking and lightweight. This pitcher is on sale for only $10! Ships for free, too.

West Elm

BBQ Shells, Set Of 6

Serve up a proper appetizer on these stylish shells. Just perfect for grilled scallops, shrimp, or even cerviche.

Sur La Table

Grill Prep Trays

Safety first! These lightweight melamine trays help prevent the cross contamination of uncooked and cooked meat while you’re grilling. I need them.

Williams Sonoma

Infinity Kamado Grill

I found this grill to be mesmerizing to the eye. This one in Bedford Grey was made just for Martha Stewart. If interested, click on over to her website to hear her praise all of the innovative details.

Martha.com

Cuisinart Grill Top Pizza Oven Kit

I will take pizza any way I can get it,  but a grilled pizza is something special. I found the best price at

Home Depot

Hammered Metal 5 Wick Citronella Candle

Keep bugs at bay with glam style in gold or copper.

World Market

Char Broil 3 Piece Grill Set

Now you can close down the indoor kitchen and cook everything at the same time. Perfect for veggies, seafood and more. The set is on sale and less than $14!

Target

Weber Grill Cedar Planks

If you haven't tried these, you should. They infuse whatever you cook on them, with the sweet and smoky scent and flavor of cedar. My tip: Give your meat or salmon a quick hot sear, before you use the plank. These are great!

Home Depot

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Cheers To Outdoor Cocktails