How to: Host a Beach Party! | west elm

Venice Beach is the backdrop for our ultimate beach party in this west elm video. Learn some helpful tips for taking the party outdoors this summer.

Summer means breaking out the grill and hosting an outdoor party. A day at the beach is the perfect setting for outdoor entertaining and your menu and decor should all reflect a festive, summer atmosphere.

A summer-themed dinner is the perfect conclusion to a day in the sun. Some of our favorites for your beach party menu include fish tacos, fresh cilantro salad, guacamole and tortillas. Include fresh toppings so your guests can customize their tacos and offer refreshing margaritas, the perfect way to cool off on a hot summer night.

Your beach party theme shouldn't end with the food. Nautically themed dinnerware and serveware will create a summer look for your tabletop and shatterproof dinnerware and portable cookware from west elm make outdoor entertaining especially easy. All you need is a portable grill and you can prepare your summer feast right on the beach.

Whether you're hosting a beach party, a picnic or a bbq, there is no reason to leave your style inside when the party moves outdoors for the summer.


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