Southern Lady Magazine

Sunny and Sophisticated Outdoor Occasion

Garden setting with white flowers

Tablescape of white and pale blue in a lush garden

Enjoy a flavorful spread of savory eats and sweet bites amid the lush splendor of your own outdoor oasis.

ALFRESCO AFFAIR

From the comfort of your garden, host a gracious gathering for a crowd that borrows from the beauty all around. A classic scheme of blue, green, and ivory accentuates the verdant scene. China bearing a eucalyptus border adds a fanciful touch in keeping with the feel of the occasion, while lace linens and a few silver inclusions ensure a level of refinement.

Showcase white tulips, ranunculus, and hydrangeas in a mix of clear and turquoise-tinted glass vessels for a spectacular tabletop display.

FRESH FLAVORS

A lineup of garden-fresh dishes will tantalize every taste bud. Pretty red and watermelon radishes pair perfectly with herb-flecked green goddess dressing.

Finger foods like mini tartines covered in whipped ricotta and marinated tomatoes, as well as Zucchini-Onion Pancakes with Pepper Jelly Sauce and tasty orzo with veggies, make way for an arugula salad with grilled nectarine slices and berries.

As a reminder of the occasion’s muse, the menu offers sweet finales that look as delightful as they taste: flower-topped tartlets brimming with a citrus-coconut cream and dainty Jam-Filled Butter Cookie Blossoms.

Find the full feature in our May/June 2020 issue.

Recipe Development by Tricia Manzanero
Food Styling by Kathleen Kanen
Styling by Sidney Bragiel
Photography by William Dickey


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