Holidays and Seasons

Summer Parties

It's summertime and the living is easy. We want your party planning to be just as carefree, whether you're hosting an Independence Day Backyard Barbecue or a Posh Poolside Gathering.

Cool off with these hot summer entertaining ideas!

Sushi and Sake Soiree

Summer Party: Bubbly & Berries

July 4th Barbeque

Sticks & Spice Poolside Grilling Party

Tequila Tasting Cocktail Party

Sizzling Summer Clambakes

Posh Pool Party

Theme Party: Bastille Day

Beer Tasting Party: Imported Beer

Beer Tasting Party: Domestic Beer 

VIDEO:

Poolside Grilling with Jeanne Benedict

The Perfect Clambake with Tim Burke

  • Margaritas for a Summer Party

    By Yelena Jenkins

    Nothing satisfies summer thirst like an ice cold margarita. It's the perfect crowd-pleasing cocktail for all your summer parties, from Cinco de Mayo through Labor Day. Whether you prefer yours on the rocks or smoothly blended, we've gathered the top 5 picks to wow your guests. more

  • 5 Perfect Fourth of July Cocktails

    By Yelena Jenkins

    5 Perfect Fourth of July Cocktails Celebrate Independence Day with good company, a good barbeque and some great cocktails. If you're wondering what drinks to serve this July 4th, let our cocktail guide help you decide: more

  • Beer Tasting Party: Domestic Beers

    By Jeanne Benedict

    Pour yourself a cold one and enjoy a handcrafted American brew by hosting a Beer Tasting. A beverage for all seasons, from the Super Bowl in wintertime to a summer get-together more

  • Beer Tasting Party: Imported Beer

    By Jeanne Benedict

    What could be better than a frosty stein filled with imported beer at a get-together with great friends? Host an Imported Beer Tasting Party and introduce guests to German lagers, ales from Belgium, or a Czech Pilsner. more

  • July 4th Barbeque

    By Yelena Jenkins

    There's nothing more American than hosting a good old fashioned barbeque on the Fourth of July. more



Articles

  • Theme Party: Bastille Day

    By Yelena Jenkins

    Whether you enjoy French food or are just looking for a reason to host a Summer Party, you can't go wrong with a Bastille Day bash. Bastille Day is the French equivalent of Fourth of July and New Years rolled into one; a day-long celebration of nationality and joie de vivre. more

  • Summer Party: Bubby & Berries

    By Yelena Jenkins

    Contrary to popular belief, you don't need a special occasion to pop open the champagne - good company is reason enough to host a summer party! Toast to your friendships and host a bubbly and berries fete. more

  • Sushi and Sake Soiree

    By Yelena Jenkins

    Backyard barbeques and grilling poolside are summer staples. But if you're looking for a unique, upscale summer party, wow your guests with a Sushi and Sake Soiree. more

  • Throw A Posh Pool Party

    By Yelena Jenkins

    A pool party is the quintessential summer soiree. Go upscale and create a posh outdoor party that everyone will be talking about. more

  • Tequila Tasting Cocktail Party

    By Jeanne Benedict

    The handcrafted quality of top-shelf Tequila can be as intricate a blend as that of fine wine, both with aromatic bouquets and unique flavor characteristics. more

  • Sizzling Summer Clambakes

    By Mindy Kobrin

    Sunny days and lots of fresh seafood make summer the prime time for entertaining. So bring out the shellfish and bring on the clambakes. No matter where you live, a clambake makes a great summer party more

  • Sticks & Spice Poolside Grilling Party

    By Jeanne Benedict

    Sticks & Spice Poolside Grilling Party Having a few friends over for an outdoor BBQ sounds like a good idea...unless you're the one stuck behind the grill all night. However, you don't have to throw in the tongs! Mix & Mingle Poolside more

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  • Color Your Picnic Green

    By Mindy Kobrin

    With the right choices, you can make sure your outdoor picnic and summer celebration is fun, simple and as waste-free as possible. Enjoy some of these helpful hints to color your picnic green! more