Poolside Luncheon
Things to Do
 
Here is a checklist of things to do and things to buy to host our Spring Vegetables dinner party.

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2-3 week in advance:


Planning
Give yourself plenty of time to plan and organize your special event.  We recommend selecting the date, time, and location 2-3 weeks ahead of time.   This gives your guest time to coordinate their schedules and you will feel less rushed.

Invite friends  
Consider sending e-vites (electronic invitation), almost everyone has an email address today.  Purchasing invitations at stationary stores or party store is another good alternative and inexpensive way to invite guests.

Decor
Sketch out how you would like your table to look  use the tabletop checklist in the general tips section to help you decide what elements you would like to include.

Determine which serving pieces you will need. 

1-2 weeks prior:

Decor
Purchase items for centerpiece (sea shells, craft sand– and gift boxes (decorative shells, ribbon, candy mints, etc.)

Sketch out how you would like your table to look – use the tabletop checklist in the general tips section to help you decide what elements you would like to include.

Determine dinnerware, flatware and serving pieces needed. 

Select table linens - tablecloth, cloth napkins.

Element of Fun:
Purchase books to “swap” with friends.

Beverages:
Select glassware. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Barilla Italian Pasta

2 days prior:

 Select outdoor location to place table and chairs; incorporate indoor pieces if additional seating is needed.

 Set out serving dishes to have handy while preparing the food

1-2 Days Prior: Shop for groceries

Produce
  6 tomatoes on the vine
 1 bunch basil
 2 red bell peppers
 2 yellow bell peppers
 1 green bell pepper
 1 red onion
 1 small zucchini
 1 head garlic
 1 small bunch marjoram
 1 bunch arugula
 1 peach
 1 pear
 1 bunch grapes
 1 kiwi
 1 pint raspberries
 1 package strawberries
 1 package blueberries
 1 banana
 2 lemons
 1 bunch fresh mint
 5 ounces hazelnuts
 5 ounces almond
 5 ounces plain pistachios


Deli
 5 ounces Prosciutto di Parma


Dairy
 1 wedge Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
 1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese
 1 container (16 ounces) plain yogurt
 
Grocery
 1 bottle extra virgin olive oil
 1 box (16 oz) Barilla Farfalle
 1 jar salted capers
 1 can anchovies
 1 jar green olives
 1 can tuna in oil
 1 jar small pickles
 1 jar mayonnaise
 1 jar honey


Bakery
 1 loaf white sandwich bread


Possible Pantry/ Fridge Items
  eggs
  sea salt
  black pepper
  mustard
  sugar

Specialty/Gourmet Shops
 1 bottle Condimento Balsamico Academica (available online at www.academiabarilla.com)

Wine/Liquor
  1 bottle raspberry vodka

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Same Day : 

Same Day: We recommend preparing all the food the day of for the best tasting, freshest experience. Don’t forget to make or purchase extra ice! 

Set table.

3 Hours Prior:
 Prepare raspberry lemonade.  Chill lemonade and bottled waters. Keep an extrapitcher of lemonade in the refrigerator for easy replenishment.


½ Hour Prior:
 Set out glasses to serve drinks in
Greet and welcome guests
 Relax and have fun!



 




Poolside Luncheon

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