Summertime is an excellent time to host a memorable and stylish get-together with family and friends. And with La Brea Bakery Take & Bake Breads, your guests will always be impressed.
From designing the perfect menu to setting up a charming dining space, the tips and tricks below will help you master every detail, ensuring your event is as vibrant and carefree as the season itself.
Create Your Menu
A summer dinner party menu is always better when you use better bread. La Brea Bakery artisan bread offers homemade flair and wholesome flavor that takes every gathering to a new level. Here are a few recipe ideas:
Grilled Tuna Skewers
with La Brea Bakery Take & Bake French Sandwich Rolls
Caprese Salad
with La Brea Bakery Take & Bake Garlic Loaf
Stone Fruit Panzanella
with La Brea Bakery Take & Bake Tuscan Loaf
Chicken Parm Bake
with La Brea Bakery Take & Bake Rosemary Garlic Focaccia Rolls
Perfect Appetizer Pairings
La Brea Bakery’s artisan breads are crafted to complement a wide array of fine beverages and foods, perfect for a gorgeous charcuterie board or appetizer spread. Try these exciting flavor combinations at your summer dinner party
French Baguette
- Sauvignon Blanc or Saison
- Prosciutto
- Cantaloupe
- Boursin Garlic & Herb Cheese
Three Cheese Semolina Loaf
- Rioja or Pilsner
- Prickly Pear Jam
- Spanish Chorizo
- Cotija Cheese
Italian Round Loaf
- Cabernet Sauvignon or Belgian Ale
- Soft Ricotta Cheese
- Spicy Balsamic Vinegar
- Blackerries
Pecan Raisin Loaf
- Merlot or IPA
- Honey
- Figs
- Blue Cheese
Set the Scene
For outdoor enjoyment:
- Neaten up the location where you’ll be dining al fresco.
- Use citronella candles and/or torches to keep bugs away.
- Move your dining room table and chairs outside.
- Worried about weather? Set up under a carport or patio.
- Use lighting both for safety and to amp up the charm factor.
Choose your décor:
- Bring out the good china, beautiful glasses, and heirloom silverware.
- Decorate the table with a runner, flowers and greenery, and candles.
- Place baskets of La Brea Bakery bread on the table for grazing.
