Outdoor Dinner Party

As much as everyone loves the convenience of New York City's seemingly endless choice of restaurants, take-out spots, and delivery services, the recent near-flawless weather gives us all a perfect opportunity to embrace our inner Martha Stewart and impress our friends and family with a summery dinner party. Being the modern, trend-conscious individuals we're sure you are, we have created a step-by-step guide featuring all the dinner party staples, but with a contemporary twist.

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