Throw A Garden Party
"Barbecues" are for plebeians.
The social set prefers "garden soirees."
And while these are perhaps best hosted in East Hampton backyards or on the grounds of a chateau, a dressed-up daytime fete only requites some beautiful surroundings and an al fresco set-up. Gather your crew for a glam picnic in the park or a tea party somewhere with a lush garden patio. If you're lucky enough to have your own outdoor space in the city, elevate your entertaining by setting up a fun tablescape that, yes, will even make hot dogs and hamburgers feel fancy.