summer entertaining

  1. Kitchen and dining

    Fun and fabulous picnicware

    By Karen Miner on Aug 6, 2012
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    This summer, grab some of these fun picnic essentials to make your outdoor dining experience the best it can be.
  2. Entertaining

    Add grilled fruit to your classic cocktails

    By Mary Fetzer on Jul 1, 2012
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    Nothing says summer like succulent pineapple. Cut it up, grill it, add it to your favorite adult beverage and serve!
  3. Entertaining

    Garden party cocktails

    By Mary Fetzer on Jul 1, 2012
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    Dress up your garden party and delight your guests with these delicious afternoon cocktails.
  4. Endless Summer

    Throwing a sizzling summer pool party

    By Mary Fetzer on Jul 1, 2012
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    There are summer pool parties, and then there are sizzling summer pool parties. Make your next gathering the social highlight of the...
  5. Entertaining

    Cocktail party pizzazz: Fruit-filled ice and glamorous garnishes

    By Mary Fetzer on Jul 1, 2012
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    At your next summer gathering, impress your guests with the prettiest cocktails in town.
  6. Summer Recipes

    Summer entertaining: Grilled chipotle shrimp and roasted pepper pizza

    By Michele Borboa, MS on Jun 29, 2012
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    Succulent smoky-flavored shrimp, sweet roasted peppers and goat cheese turn the ordinary homemade pizza into a go-to gourmet meal...
  7. Holiday and seasonal decor

    Fun finds under $20 for summer entertaining

    By Patricia Conte on Jun 15, 2012
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    From pool parties to dinner parties, it's the season for spending time around the house, whether that's indoors or out. SheKnows has...
  8. Entertaining Checklists & Tips

    7 Summer barbecue party must-haves

    By Christina Caldwell on Mar 28, 2012
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    As the weather heats up, spending time outdoors becomes less about keeping warm than keeping the party hot. Outdoor barbecues are a...
  9. Holidays & Seasons

    3 Summer party themes for a stylish affair

    By Katie Kavulla on Aug 11, 2011
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    If the regular old summer BBQ routine has you in a rut, you'll love these fun, fresh summer party ideas! From drink ideas to ways to...
  10. Holidays & Seasons

    Summer party invitations for a sizzling bash

    By Katie Kavulla on Aug 11, 2011
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    Throwing a barbecue or pool party this summer? Let us help you find the perfect invitation to get your guests excited! No matter...
  11. Outdoor Decor

    Which outdoor furniture is right for you?

    By Katie Kavulla on Jul 18, 2011
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    Does your outdoor space call for a big teakwood dining set with a huge colorful umbrella? Or is your summer entertaining style and...
  12. Holiday and seasonal decor

    10 Must-have summer party accessories

    By Jessica Padykula on Apr 27, 2011
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    One of the best (and most fun) aspects of summer is outdoor entertaining. Good friends, delicious food (hello, BBQ!) and cool drinks...
  13. Entertaining Menus & Recipes

    Giada dishes her best summer entertaining recipes & tips

    By SheKnows Food & Recipe Editors on Jul 12, 2010
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    Cher, Madonna, Paris … Giada? In the food world, Giada De Laurentiis is as much a household name as any pop star. Now in addition to...