{"id":195768,"date":"2017-09-06T03:59:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-06T03:59:00","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2020-05-01T13:43:23","modified_gmt":"2020-05-01T13:43:23","slug":"enjoy-the-last-days-of-summer-with-an-al-fresco-dinner","status":"publish","type":"articles","link":"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/blog\/articles\/read\/195768\/enjoy-the-last-days-of-summer-with-an-al-fresco-dinner\/","title":{"rendered":"Enjoy the Last Days of Summer With an Al Fresco Dinner"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Just because fall is around the corner, don&#8217;t put summer behind yet. Soak up the gorgeous late summer evenings and host a meal al fresco. Whether you&#8217;re hosting friends or doing something different for your family, we&#8217;ve gathered everything you need to host a lovely evening.<\/p>\n<p><small><i>Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, which means we may receive a commission if you click a link and purchase something that we have recommended. While clicking these links won&#8217;t cost you any extra money, they will help us keep this site up and running.<\/i><\/small><\/p>\n<p><H3>Outdoor Decor<\/H3>Use things like LED string lights and candles to create transform your outdoor space. If you&#8217;re nervous to have candles, there are non-flammable ones that look just like the real thing. Lighting really helps to set the mood for a relaxing evening.<\/p>\n<h4><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2uSP1Pz\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">25Ft Globe String Lights with Clear Bulbs<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><\/p>\n<h4><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2uWfASe\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">TaoTronics Waterproof Decorative Lights for Bedroom, Patio, Parties<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><\/p>\n<h4><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2wlykdJ\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Homemory Realistic and Bright Flickering Bulb Battery Operated Flameless LED Tea Light<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><br \/><H3>The Table<\/H3>Glass is a no-no when eating outdoors, but that doesn&#8217;t mean paper plates and glasses. Melamine dinnerware is great when eating outside. It&#8217;s made up of resin and other materials to create a hard plastic. Very durable, it comes in an assortment of designs and colors. Also, set up trays of snacks around the table so everyone can munch and enjoy a drink while waiting for dinner.<\/p>\n<h4><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2uSWPAQ\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Gibson Home Brist 12 Piece Melamine Dinnerware Set<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><\/p>\n<h4><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2uTfzAm\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Govino Wine Glass Flexible Shatterproof Recyclable, Set of 4<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><\/p>\n<h4><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2uWiwhM\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lily&#8217;s Home Break Resistant Indoor \/ Outdoor Large Plastic Pitcher<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><\/p>\n<h4><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2uW5fpr\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Appetizers-On-Ice with Lids<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><\/p>\n<h4><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2hlsCWl\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Set of 3 | Avant White Plastic Serving Tray<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><br \/><H3>The Menu<\/H3>Keep things light and simple. Here are a few menu suggestions that would be fantastic. Just click on the recipe name to check out the recipe.<\/p>\n<h4><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/main-course-chicken\/ginger-citrus-chicken-thighs-off-the-grill.html\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ginger Citrus Chicken Thighs off the Grill<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><\/p>\n<h4><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/beef\/steak-kabobs.html\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Steak Kabobs<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><\/p>\n<h4><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/main-course-steaks-chops\/marinated-grilled-ribeyes.html\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Marinated &#038; Grilled Rib Eyes<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><\/p>\n<h4><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/side\/vegetable\/pressure-cooker-corn-on-the-cob.html\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pressure Cooker Corn on the Cob<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><\/p>\n<h4><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/side\/pasta-side\/israeli-couscous-with-almonds-dried-cranberries.html\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Israeli Couscous with Almonds and Dried Cranberries<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><\/p>\n<h4><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/salad\/salad-other-salad\/fruity-spinach-salad.html\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Fruity Spinach Salad<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><\/p>\n<h4><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/salad\/salad-green-salad\/wedge-salad-with-taragon-blue-cheese-dressing.html\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Wedge Salad with Tarragon Blue Cheese Dressing<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><\/p>\n<h4><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/dessert\/cake\/cajun-cake.html\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cajun Cake<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><\/p>\n<h4><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/dessert\/other-dessert\/italian-peach-melba-truffle.html\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Italian Peach Melba Trifle<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><\/p>\n<h4><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/drink\/cocktail\/blueberry-hibiscus-sangria.html\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Blueberry Hibiscus Sangria<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Just because fall is around the corner, don&#8217;t put summer behind yet. 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