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A Seat at Our Table: A Plated Series

Once upon a June evening, Helen and Ellie set out to treat ourselves to a dinner en plein air. With the breeze still carrying the late spring chill and bouganvilleas dancing alongside our candlelit table, we cracked the code on the perfect summer double date night.

A Seat at Our Table: A Plated Series

Whipped up a little feta and roasted veggie sheet pan side dish to accompany our braised short rib bolognese!

Ellie Hayworth Murray

Ellie Hayworth Murray

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June 19, 2026
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The Concept

An ode to the age-old double date. Two households came together over a shared loved of hosting. Everything from the table-setting to the dishes themselves were a product of creative collaboration. When the prompt is to design your dream plein air dinner party, we say “the more the merrier”...

Hospitality First

No one wants to welcome guests and find themselves toiling over the stove away from the fun. Prep your dishes, chop/pre-cook what you can, and don’t hesitate to uncork the ice-cold rosé. The night will be all the more memorable for your well-timed prep.

Good Company

Think of your dishes as pairings of contrast: you want just enough contrast to keep things interesting but synergy is the key ingredient. Hence the high-maintenance, decadent short rib bolognese pairs immaculately with a carefree, rustic veggie sheet pan.

Final Touches

The table looks spiffy, the mood is set, now just to garnish your dishes. Grate the parm, drizzle the balsamico, and sprinkle the basil. Who doesn’t want to toast to some *chef’s kiss* drama and a little theatricality. Now sit, smile, and enjoy!

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