Summer Entertaining Refresh

Entertaining in Texas takes on a whole new meaning in the spring and summertime when the temperatures soar into the hundreds and going outside requires an ice cold beverage. We love having friends and family over to hang in our backyard, shoot hoops and swim in the pool, but realized we mostly had ‘indoor’ entertaining items. We had cups, but none that were insulated to keep drinks cold in the heat. We had ice buckets, but none that didn’t ‘sweat’ and leave pools of condensation on every surface. We had beautiful wine glasses, but none that were stemless and good for around the pool. We needed a refresh, and I thought there was no better place to look than The Home Depot.

With entire categories dedicated to entertaining on their site, The Home Depot has thousands of entertaining options to choose from. Also, did I mention that their prices are incredible?! I got a set of 12 {!!} glasses for under $20, and a cocktail shaker {to make margs!} for just $10. All in all, I was able to get two sets of 12 glasses, a 5 piece insulated pitcher set, a cocktail shaker and an insulted party tub for under $200. Especially since we just got married, I wasn’t too interested in spending a ton on more homeware, so The Home Depot was the perfect place for us to look.

So, to break it down, here’s why I chose what I did. I lovvvveee that these glasses are mini as they’ll hold the perfect pour of rosé before getting too warm. This insulated pitcher and matching glasses will keep everything from water to iced tea to bloody marys cold, and I love how much liquid they hold! These larger glasses are great for margaritas {this is my favvvvvorite recipe} which calls for a cocktail shaker – obsessed with the one I got for just $10. Last but not least, this party tub. Man oh man, this will be so great for setting out and filling with anything while we entertain. It’s such a nice big size and love that the ice doesn’t melt immediately {the insulation not only keeps the condensation off my table, but also keeps the ice from melting at lightning speeds} #hallelujah Ain’t nobody got time for a water ring.

I ordered everything online and it couldn’t have been easier – the items showed up in a matter of days, and everything looked great. All in all, the process of ordering my items from The Home Depot website was so easy, and I know that I will do it again next time I’m looking for something specific for my home. If you are looking to update your entertaining barware, then definitely check out The Home Depot! You can’t beat their prices, or their selection!

Photos: The Retro Penguin

thank you to The Home Depot for sponsoring this post!