DINNER CLUB • SUMMER ENTERTAINING

Beach House
Dinner Club

A Breezy Coastal Evening at Home
Fresh flavors, soft colors, and an easygoing atmosphere— everything you need for a beautiful summer night with the people you love.
There is something about a beach house that makes everything feel a little easier. This Beach House Dinner Club is all about relaxed coastal style, fresh seasonal food, and a table that invites everyone to slow down and stay awhile.
AT A GLANCE
THE MOOD

Relaxed
Coastal
Summer
Casual Elegance

THE PALETTE

Cream
Sand
Sea Glass
Soft Blue
Natural Wood

DRESS CODE

Coastal Casual
Think linen, breezy
fabrics, soft blues,
and sandals.

MENU STYLE

Fresh
Seasonal
Family Style
Made for Sharing

Creating the
Beach House Mood

Think weathered wood, linen napkins, woven textures, pale blue glass, white flowers, candlelight, and fresh greenery.

Keep the look simple and natural—nothing overly themed. The goal is to make your space feel like a beautiful beach house, not a seaside souvenir shop.

Coastal table with white hydrangeas eucalyptus blue glassware and lemons

THE BEACH HOUSE DINNER CLUB MENU

Blueberry lemon sparkler
WELCOME DRINK

Blueberry
Lemon Sparkler

Muddled blueberries, lemon, sparkling water, and mint.

Whipped feta crostini
APPETIZER

Whipped Feta
Crostini

Creamy feta, honey, herbs, and crispy baguette slices.

Roasted Beet & Butternut Squash Salad with Goat Cheese
STARTER

Roasted Beet & &
Butternut Squash Salad with Goat Cheese

Roasted beets and butternut squash with peppery greens, creamy goat cheese, toasted pecans, and a maple-Dijon vinaigrette..

Lemon herb grilled salmon
MAIN COURSE

Lemon Herb
Grilled Salmon

Fresh, light, and full of flavor. Serve with fresh lemon wedges.

Crispy garlic baby potatoes
SIDE DISH

Crispy Garlic
Baby Potatoes

Roasted with garlic, rosemary, sea salt, and fresh parsley.

Grilled asparagus with lemon parmesan
VEGETABLE

Grilled Asparagus
with Lemon Parmesan

Simple, fresh, and the perfect pairing for the salmon.

Lemon berry shortcake
DESSERT

Lemon Berry Shortcake

Buttery shortcakes, fresh berries, lightly sweetened whipped cream, and fresh lemon zest.

YOUR EASY HOSTING TIMELINE

THE DAY BEFORE

  • Wash and prep vegetables
  • Make the whipped feta
  • Bake shortcakes
  • Set the table
  • Chill beverages
  • Prepare salmon marinade
  • Wash berries and herbs

MORNING OF

  • Prepare the corn salad
  • Arrange flowers & greenery
  • Set out serving dishes
  • Prepare blueberry mixture
  • Prep potatoes for roasting

ONE HOUR BEFORE

  • Light candles
  • Start your playlist
  • Assemble appetizer board
  • Prepare sparkling drinks
  • Bring refrigerated items out

JUST BEFORE DINNER

  • Grill salmon & asparagus
  • Roast potatoes until crispy
  • Finish last-minute touches
  • Enjoy the evening!
Coastal lanterns and candles at sunset

THE PLAYLIST

Set the tone with mellow, coastal-inspired music.

  • Acoustic coastal
  • Indie folk
  • Jack Johnson vibes
  • Easygoing yacht rock
  • Acoustic covers
  • Laid-back summer classics
Coastal sunset table with wine candle and blue napkin

WHAT TO WEAR

Coastal Casual

Breezy linen dresses, soft blues, white denim, natural fabrics, sandals, and a lightweight sweater for later.

Blue striped coastal dress straw hat and woven tote

SMALL DETAILS THAT
MAKE IT SPECIAL

  • A basket of knitted blankets
  • Lemon & cucumber water
  • Small bowls of sea salt
  • Candles around the patio
  • Fresh herbs in napkins
Soft knitted coastal blanket
❝   Dinner Club isn’t really about creating the perfect table.
It’s about creating a reason to gather.

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