You've done the cook-out, the cocktail party, the formal event, and even the casual family dinner. What about the elegant garden party? There are many options for this type of outdoor dining event, and we are here to help you discover what those options are.
Ideas On Types of Elegant Outdoor Dining
When it comes to types of elegant outdoor events, there are three ideas that come to mind.
Tea Party - Nothing says elegant garden party like afternoon tea. It is a beautiful and charming reminder of childhood make-believe that can be enjoyed by you and your closest friends. To put together this type of garden party, you will need to consider just a few items, other than your decorations: the tea and the food. At the least, offer your guests a caffeine-free tea and a traditional tea. If you know your way around a proper pot of tea, you can provide as many types of tea as you like, such as herbal teas made from herbs, flowers, berries, barks, spices, and fruits. Be sure to provide lemon wedges, milk, sugar, and a sugar substitute for the teas as well. When it comes to food, dainty finger food is the norm. No cutlery, except for teaspoons to stir the tea, should be needed.
Bridal Shower - One of the most special times in a woman's life is often accompanied by a bridal shower, so why not make it unique and elegant? If you have volunteered to host a wedding shower, consider a "desserts and coffee" shower. This type of outdoor dining event, inspired by the fabulous tea parties we have come to know and love, are traditional without all of the frill. A sophisticated bridal shower like this will still be tons of fun, involving games, crafting, and plenty of sugary sweets your guests will love.
Dinner Party - If you want to invite both your male and female friends to an outdoor dinner party, you don't have to settle for a hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill. With a little planning, you can have an elegant dinner party for your guests. The trick is serving the right food, using the right decorations, and using your best dinnerware.
Ideas For Your Elegant Dining Experiences
Although your invitation may say 'elegant garden party,' it is important for the atmosphere of your outdoor garden to reflect the sophistication you want. To do this, you must consider the following two ideas.
Menu - While each elegant outdoor dining event will be different, the menu should reflect the style of the party. With a tea party, consider traditional cucumber or watercress sandwiches, and be sure to cut off the crusts. Small tarts and cookies are also a great idea. For a bridal shower, consider using coffee cake, icebox cookies, pound cake, chocolate mouse with raspberries, berry bread pudding, or cheese cake. However, with the cheese cake, chocolate mousse with raspberries, and berry bread pudding, avoid the typical plates. Instead, create a layered masterpiece in champagne chutes, goblets, or wine glasses. Dinner parties can provide you with a variety of options when it comes to the menu. There is almost no limit to the fun you can have. You may want to choose, fondu, a cheese tray, smoked fish, steak, grilled chicken, onion and potato tortillas, or shrimp.
Decorations - Decorating your outdoor space is an essential part of creating the elegant atmosphere you need for your event. The table setting for any elegant party should include a crisp linen tablecloth, cloth napkins that have been pressed, real silver, and fine china. For your tea party, you may also want to decorate the table with table vases full of fresh flowers. Use silver trays and glass serving dishes to hold your elegant desserts at a bridal shower, and, if you are setting up a buffet table for the desserts, include a linen table cloth and a cloth table runner on the buffet table. With your dinner party, personalize each guest's place at the table by using a name card or tying a pretty tag to their wine glass. If you don't have an eye for colour, try sticking to monochromatic colour palettes that will look beautiful in an outdoor setting, like browns or greens.
When you are ready to go beyond the normal outdoor dining experience and create an elegant occasion your friends and family will love, consider choosing a tea party, dinner party, or volunteering to host a bridal shower. With the right menu, and a few beautiful decorations, you will be able to plan and create a truly sophisticated event.
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