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Elevate Your Summer Gatherings with Beautiful Tableware

Discover stylish tableware and summer cocktails to enhance your gatherings. Elevate every occasion with perfect pairings of elegance and flavor!

Plus refreshing cocktails to complement your table!

Summer is the perfect time to gather with loved ones—enjoying long, warm evenings with good food, great company, and stylish tableware. Whether you’re hosting a casual backyard get-together or a sophisticated dinner party, the right tableware can elevate the experience. Here’s a round-up of exquisite serveware from some of our favorite brands, paired with refreshing cocktails (and their mocktail counterparts) to enhance your summer soirées.

Porta

Porta, based in Brooklyn, NY, combines European home goods with an emphasis on local craftsmanship and independent artisans. Their collections celebrate the beauty of everyday moments, inspired by the founder's Italian heritage and European travels.

Tableware Highlights

From drinkware and dinnerware to serveware and linens, Porta offers a stunning collection of whimsical, handcrafted pieces that bring European elegance to your table. We particularly adore their Daria Dinner Plate Set, beautifully handcrafted in Portugal. Pair it with the matching Daria Pasta Bowls and Small Plates for a cohesive and charming table setting.

What to Serve?

Porta's tableware, inspired by Italian design, is perfect for adding a touch of fun to your summer gatherings. What better way to celebrate than with a classic Italian summer cocktail!

Aperol Spritz

Ingredients: Aperol, prosecco, club soda, and orange slice for garnish.

Instructions:

1. Fill a wine glass with ice.

2. Add 3 parts Prosecco and 2 parts Aperol.

3. Top with a splash of club soda.

4. Garnish with an orange slice.

Non-Alcoholic Version

Ingredients: Lyre’s Italian Non-alcoholic Spritz (or orange juice, grapefruit juice, and cherry juice), non-alcoholic champagne, club soda, orange slice for garnish

Instructions:

Same as above but swap the Aperol and prosecco for their non-alcoholic counterparts.

Ferm Living

Hailing from Copenhagen, Ferm Living merges Scandinavian design with global artisan techniques. Their focus on authentic, sustainable products creates serene, balanced environments.

Table Highlights

While Ferm Living offers beautifully crafted items for every room in your home, their kitchenware stands out for creating a classic modern table setting. Their handblown Ripple Champagne Saucers, also available in frosted and smoked grey versions, are perfect for a sophisticated cocktail party. For more versatile drinkware, the Still Glasses are ideal for any cool beverage.

What to Serve?

A simple, crisp drink will look (and taste) right at home in their minimalist, modern drinkware.

Bee’s Knees

Ingredients: Gin, lemon juice, honey syrup (equal parts honey and water), and a lemon twist for garnish.

Instructions:

Fill a shaker with ice.
Add 2 oz gin, 3/4 oz lemon juice, and 3/4 oz honey syrup.
Shake well and strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
Garnish with a lemon twist.

Non-Alcoholic Version

Same as above but swap out the gin for a non-alcoholic gin or juniper syrup with sparkling water.

Elsie Green

A small, family-run company in Northern California, Elsie Green specializes in sustainable, vintage home decor. Their hand-selected items and personal touch create a unique and heartfelt shopping experience.

Tableware Highlights

Elsie Green features a curated range of home goods for every room, but their kitchen items are perfect for adding a touch of French sophistication to your table. From vintage copper cookware to stoneware plates and antique silverware, their unique pieces bring character and charm to your home. To keep your drinks cool at your next gathering, we love their elegant vintage Silver Plated Champagne Bucket.

What to Serve?

A French-inspired kitchen deserves a modern French take on the European classic Spritz.

St Germain Spritz

Ingredients: St Germain elderflower liqueur, dry white wine, sparkling water, and a lemon twist for garnish.

Instructions:

1. Fill a wine glass with ice.

2. Add 2 oz St Germain and 3 oz dry white wine.

3. Top with sparkling water.

4. Garnish with a lemon twist.

Non-Alcoholic Version

Same as above but instead of St Germain go with elderflower syrup and opt for white grape juice over white wine.

Berner & Co.

Berner & Co. celebrates quality craftsmanship and the joy of collecting unique, hand-made pieces. Their curated collections from artisans worldwide bring color and story to your table.

Tableware Highlights

Their diverse collection of dinnerware includes flatware, tablecloths, glassware, and more. We love their Cosimo Coupes in pink and yellow for a lively cocktail experience. Pair these with their Ottoman Vase Placemats for a fun and cheerful table.

What to Serve?

Their vibrant and colorful pieces deserve a cocktail to match their energy.

Paloma

Ingredients: Tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice, sparkling water, salt, and a grapefruit slice for garnish

Instructions:

1. Fill the glass with ice.

2. Add 2 oz tequila, 2 oz grapefruit juice, and a squeeze of lime juice.

3. Top with sparkling water.

4. Garnish with a salt rim and grapefruit slice.

Non-Alcoholic Version

Same as above just substitute tequila for sparkling water.

Sharland England

Sharland England blends history and craftsmanship with a focus on sustainable, hand-made artisan pieces using time-honored traditions. Inspired by the aesthetic and history of the English countryside, their timeless designs bring luxury and warmth to any room.

Tableware Highlights

Sharland England's collection of tabletop pieces features unique, handcrafted items by artisans from around the world. Create a stunning tablescape by artfully layering colors and textures. Pair the Napa Tablecloth with the Honor Plates and Spiral Wine Glasses—each piece is designed to be mixed and matched for a stunning, eclectic look.

What to Serve?

Take a classic British drink and add a refreshing summer twist!

Blueberry Gin & Tonic

Ingredients: Gin, blueberry syrup, lime juice, tonic water, blueberries, and a lime wedge for garnish.

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.

2. Add 2 oz gin, 1oz blueberry syrup, and ½ oz lime juice.

3. Top with tonic water.

4. Stir gently and garnish with fresh blueberries and a lime wedge.

Non-Alcoholic Version

Same as above but swap out the gin for a non-alcoholic gin or juniper syrup with sparkling water.

Cabana Collections

Cabana is an Italian lifestyle brand that captures the intimate relationship between personal spaces and the objects within them. Their collections feature artisanal homeware, inspired by global travels, to bring an inviting warmth and unique charm to any setting.

Tableware Highlights

From linens, dinnerware, and glassware to serveware, Cabana has it all. Bring the Italian countryside into your home with their Blossom collection of ceramic serveware, inspired by a vintage plate the founder discovered in her grandmother’s kitchen cabinet.

What to Serve?

Looking for an alternative to the popular Italian Aperol spritz? Try its refreshing cousin.

Limoncello Spritz

Ingredients: Limoncello, prosecco, sparkling water, and a lemon wheel for garnish.

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.

2. Add 2 oz limoncello and 3 oz Prosecco.

3. Top with sparkling water.

4. Garnish with a lemon wheel.

Non-Alcoholic Version

Same as above but swap the limoncello for lemon syrup and the prosecco for a non-alcoholic sparkling wine or even a lemon-flavored sparkling water.

Final Thoughts

Enhance your summer entertaining with these beautiful tableware selections and delightful cocktails. Each brand offers unique pieces that tell a story and add a touch of elegance to your gatherings. Cheers to a stylish and refreshing summer!