There is no better way to commemorate and celebrate warm weather than by entertaining Al Fresco. Whether you’re entertaining a large group or having a small dinner party, we’ve got the best cooking tools, foods and wines for you.
Item number one is a copper casserole from Italian Cookware brand Lagostina is perfect for going from your oven to your tabletop outside. It’s hammered cooper exterior is great for serving in while the triple-layer construction produces even heat while cooking. It retails for $149.99 and is available at www.bloomingdales.com
Item number two is made in Italy from fresh organic lentils and organic chickpeas. Explore Cuisine’s Pulse Pastas are a healthy choice to serve to friends and family. They are gluten-free, non-GMO and made with vegan and organic ingredients.
Item number three is Gaea’s Sitia and Gaea’s Kalamata Extra Virgin Olive Oils which are perfect for cooking with and finishing your favorite summertime dishes.
Item number 4 is to toast to the end of the summer with wine from world-renowned Italian winery, Santa Margherita. Their variety of wines such as this Pinot Grigio and Chianti Classicio pair well with all types of summer dishes and it can be found at a variety retailers nationwide. They retail for $21.99 per bottle.
