Summer entertaining

A cheese board? Snooze-fest. For your next summer soirée, whip up a few of these small, crispy bites, then sit back with a glass of vino as the complements roll in.

2 · Tiny skewers of fresh mozzarella, tomatoes and basil. A great appetizer for summer entertaining. This recipe makes 32 skewers, enough for 9-12 people, assuming 3-4 skewers per person.

So when you’re in the mood to entertain but really don’t feel like cooking for hours, try one of these ridiculously easy summer dinner party ideas that taste (and look) spectacular.

Rosé White and Blue - Relaxed Summer Entertaining - Saw Nail and Paint

Serve this sweet and savory food board at your next outdoor dinner party.

Top simple bruschetta with whipped ricotta and a variety of sweet and savory toppings for a party appetizer that's easy yet impressive.

3 · Try 3 ounces Lillet Rosé with 3 ounces sparkling lemonade! 3 ounces Lillet Blanc with 3 ounces sparkling elderflower soda and a splash of tonic water.

Level up your appetizer game with my Cajun Shrimp Sweet Potato Bites! Pan-fried Cajun shrimp are served atop guacamole & sweet potato fries.

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This hummus platter is one of my most pinned recipes ever, so you know it's a good one! You have to try it, especially if you're hosting a summer dinner party. First up is a really quick and easy hummus platter that is almost too pretty to eat, but only takes a few minutes to throw together. Sure, it's not exactly a salad in the traditional sense, but I love it anyway. This greek hummus board is the perfect go-to for when you want to serve something really pretty for guests, but don't want…