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The Great Outdoors: Creating An Al Fresco Haven
Your home is your haven, now more than ever.
As the days become brighter and the nights get longer, nothing gets us more in the summer mood than the smell of a BBQ and the thought of setting yourself up a for a cosy night outdoors.
Whether you have a garden to relax in, or you’re living in an apartment with a balcony, we have an array of options to suit your individual set up.
1. The Outdoor Kitchen
In Ireland, we’re well accustomed to springing for a BBQ at first chance. Whenever the opportunity arises, or the temperature goes up, many of us find ourselves outside turning food on the barbie.
Grilling, roasting, baking or smoking – whatever your fancy, Berghoff Ceramic BBQs can set you up for a delicious home cooked meal, restaurant style. If you are living in a smaller space, they have portable table top BBQ which you can place right on your table top or terrace.
2. Table Service
Taking Laura Jackson’s lead, now is the time to #makeamealofit. She says laying the table once a day for a meal really helps structure your day/meal time and also gives you something to look forward to, no matter what the meal is.
Look to party planner Fiona Leahy for inspiration in creating the perfect tablescape for these daily occasions.
3. Cocktail Hour
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere. Follow LSA International on Instagram for new and exciting recipes to inspire us to get involved in cocktail creation, or check out our very own cocktail recipes, inspired by Waterford Crystal.
4. Create An Ambience
Whether it’s your favourite playlist on in the background, catching up on the news or listening to a podcast, a wireless or portable speaker can make the ambient noise travel with you.
5. Set The Scene
Create your own calm by lighting the Øy scented candle from Skandinavisk. Meaning Island Solitude, with fragrant notes of dog rose and water moss, the nostalgic summer scent transports you straight back to past vacations.
6. Comfort Is Key
Although it is summer in Ireland, the weather might not be quite there yet.
Cozy up with some Foxford throws, and Les Ottomans cushions to create the perfect comfort. If you really wanted to up the ante, installing a Heatstrip heater is the ideal option for heating outdoor entertaining areas.