HOSTESS OF THE MOSTEST

ENTERTAIN WITH EASE THIS SUMMER

RAISE A GLASS

Consider replacing your ceremonious dinner party champagne toast and captivate guests with a refreshing splash of 2021 DAOU Rosé. Ripe from California’s renowned Paso Robles region, this Grenache Rosé is crisp and refreshing with a fruit-forward palate of peach, honeydew, and mango, aromatic notes of hibiscus and peach simultaneously enrich the senses. Smaller hints of rose petal and honeysuckle accompany a lasting finish of strawberry and cherry, perfect for a balmy evening garden party. Thanks to fall 2021’s cooling trend, smaller grapes and extended hang time infuse wine with vivid flavor and luxe smoothness. DAOU Rosé may just be a new favorite, and promises to remain in your rotation long past summer’s end. daouvineyards.com

GRAZING PLACE

Hosting prayers answered! For breathtaking spreads and charcuterie cones guaranteed to wow guests, Slate Catering is our go-to. Cornucopia-style grazing tables designed for 25+ overflow with a gorgeous selection of cheeses, local breads, fruits, and nuts. For perfectly sized individual (and Covidconscious) bites, opt for charcuterie cones stacked high with salami, dried fruit, pistachios, and breadsticks—bonus: they resemble edible bouquets. “We are all about real, sustainable ingredients and having fun arranging them in bountiful and aesthetic ways that will impress guests,” says owner Allie Chandler. “Garnishes are our love language.” Better yet, make your meal the main event—Slate offers charcuterie-styling workshops and craft cocktail classes to brush up on your hosting technique. Now go on, grab a wheel of brie and start styling! slatecatering.com