Summer nights are upon us, which means it is time for outdoor entertaining. I don’t know about you, but I just love eating outside and soaking up the summer air with friends and family. Today I will share my favorite tips and tricks for al fresco dining and entertainment. I recently redid my outdoor furniture that you can read about here, so it’s time to entertain! Let’s look at my list of tips for dining al fresco. Also, be sure to read until the end where I have a list of everything I used to decorate my table in the photos above as well as the salad recipe!

There is no doubt that recent current events have been hard to take in. My heart is heavy and I find myself struggling to find the right words. I have taken some much needed time to slow my pace and reflect. I feel like 2020 is telling us to pump the breaks. While I am continuing my blog editorial schedule with daily posts about fashion, beauty, lifestyle and travel, I am also being mindful of what I have been learning. And this I know… “I’ve learned that I still have a lot to learn.” ~ Maya Angelou

I’ve been thinking all spring about updating our outdoor furniture and since we had so much time on our hands from March – May, I decided it was the perfect project to complete during shelter-in-place. This summer, more than ever, I think we will be home enjoying our pool and backyard. Today I am sharing how to update your outdoor furniture without breaking the bank.