We can’t be the only ones ready for warmer weather, fresh flowers and all the wonderful things that come with spring. It’s the ultimate season to break out your outdoor entertaining supplies and plan a few parties! It’s safe to say that we’ve all become quite the expert hosting at home, so we’re adding a few fun recipes and personalized products to take your patio party to the next level! Heading into the next few months, we’ll be soaking up all the sunshine we can by hosting at-home gatherings in the backyard.
We recently launched a line of acrylic entertainment pieces perfect for hosting outdoors, and of course, you can customize them all to make your table that much more festive! From custom serving trays to acrylic monogram wine glasses, we have everything you need to host a spring soiree in style. Read on for our outdoor entertainment essentials, including a lunch recipe you and your guests will LOVE.
Spring Table Setup
Let’s start by bringing the party outdoors! Throw some ice in a custom ice bucket for guests to keep cool throughout the day – but we can promise that they’ll melt over your monogrammed decor. When it comes to entertaining at home, personalizing your party products is a great way to add to your at-home vibe. It’s the perfect opportunity to get personal and show off your last name or monogram!
Serve up something sweet to sip on with our personalized drink pitcher. It’s the perfect way to pour ice tea or your favorite springtime cocktail – and the personalized details are just adorable! Display silverware in a way that’s convenient and cute – our custom silverware caddy does the trick! Pro tip? Even if you aren’t hosting an outdoor spring gathering, these acrylic trays make for great newlywed or engagement gifts.
Throw down a pastel tablecloth for easy cleanup and a few floral arrangements. Our acrylic products are clear, so they pair perfectly with any other decor you’ll be featuring! If you’re heading to an outdoor gathering and in need of a gift for your hostess, these products are ideal as well.
Boozy Treats That POP
It doesn’t feel like a true outdoor gathering without popsicles! Celebrate spring with something citrus and sweet – we can practically smell the flowers blooming now! You may think this tasty warm weather treat is only for kids, but we’re whipping up a batch that’s totally adult approved. Bonus? You can make the recipe in minutes – it’s seriously so easy. This is our new go-to dessert to serve at any outdoor party! Try this Boozy Citrus Popsicle recipe from The Certified Celebrator.
Combine Jackson Morgan Southern Cream in Whipped Orange Cream flavor with crushed ice. Mix or blend and pour into popsicle molds. Let cool for at least four hours, then serve to guests! These are ideal for a backyard brunch or to satisfy a post-dinner sweet tooth.
For minimal mess, serve popsicles in your favorite Two Funny Girls cup and rest on one of our custom acrylic coasters. We’ve got you covered for hosting an outdoor gathering mess-free and fun!
Lunch Is Served!
We can always count on The Kitchen Prep for a recipe that’s both delicious and easy to make. This Strawberry Basil Chicken is the perfect way to welcome in spring at your outdoor gathering and we have a feeling it will make an appearance on our summer table as well! We love that the fresh fruit qualities of this dish bring out the flavors of the spring season. If you have guests who avoid meat, you can head to The Kitchen Prep site for lots of fun appetizers and veggie options as well.
Ingredients & Instructions
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
Pinch of salt
½ cup strawberry jam
1 tablespoon good quality balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons water
About 7 or 8 basil leaves cut into ribbons
Optional goat cheese for sprinkling on top
Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
Season chicken breasts with a sprinkle of salt on both sides and place in pan. Cook for about 5-6 minutes on one side or until a nice golden crust forms. Flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked through. Cook time will depend on the thickness of chicken breasts.
Meanwhile, whisk together strawberry jam, balsamic vinegar and water in a small bowl. When chicken is just about finished cooking, pour mixture over the top, nestling the chicken breasts into the sauce and scraping up brown bits on the bottom of the pan.
Reduce heat and bring sauce to a simmer, letting it bubble for 3 or 4 minutes or until it has reduced and thickened a bit. Stir in most of the basil (you may want to save some for garnish).
Remove chicken breasts from the pan. Pour sauce over the top of each piece and sprinkle with a little goat cheese if desired and garnish with remaining basil. Voila! This is also so delicious the day after over a fresh salad. Yum.
Plate and serve on a custom serving platter to capture the perfect Instagram shot. You can customize with a monogram or last name. Ours is acrylic which makes it perfect for easy cleanup! Just use a gentle soap and hand wash for best results.
Our recommendation for what to sip on while you snack? This dish pairs perfectly with a white wine – poured in our personalized wine glasses of course!
Picture Perfect
Now for the best part – capturing the event! If you’re like us, you like to go all-out, even if you’re only hosting a small group. Once your table is set, load up your Instagram-worthy dishes and make sure to take photos. Your monogrammed products will make for the perfect shot! If you’re hosting a spring soiree, make sure to tag us on social media. We always love seeing how you toast and host with Two Funny Girls products. Head below to shop the entire blog – and explore the many more fun outdoor hosting essentials on our site, www.twofunnygirls.com!
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