Hello everyone, Meg here!
We’re quickly approaching summer. Days are feeling warmer as the evenings get brighter, but we aren’t quite in the Summer season yet. That also doesn’t mean that spring isn’t a good reason to have fun. I’m sure you’ve heard of the term “Dining alfresco”, although it’s not a direct translation from Italian. It’s often referred to as “Dining in the cool” or “Outdoor dining”.
Although if you were to use the term “al fresco” in Italy, you could be asking to dine in jail. So be careful!
We’ve seen plenty of our customers use our products to create the ideal outdoor dining scene. Since Spring is the ideal season for Al fresco dining, I wanted to create a collection of examples to inspire you on the essentials for outdoor dining.
The Shelter
Of course, Al fresco dining doesn’t require any shade. But it’s a known health benefit to stay in the shade if you’re outside for long periods of time. Our gazebo range covers a range of styles and sizes:
Our team here at Tuin can all agree that the warmth from Larch timber is very aesthetically pleasing. That’s why a fair amount of our Gazebos also have a Larch twin. For those that want to bring warmth in their garden.
We also understand that not everyone desires the apex roof type, for a more modern garden we also have some Modern Pent Roof Gazebos.
The Seating
Now that we have our shelter covered – What about the seating?
The Heating
Even in the summer evenings, a chill may dampen the dining atmosphere, so why not think ahead with a heating solution? We have a range of Garden Heaters that would be compatible with your gazebo, from freestanding to overhead heaters.
The Decor
Now that you have the essentials for your outdoor dining space, now it’s time to decorate it. A lot of our customers stick with a theme when decorating our garden buildings and gazebos. From traditional shabby chic to Bohemian Fantasies, here a few of the best decor examples I have found:
The Menu
So now that the area has been set up, with all the finishing touches. I’m certain that your dining area looks great… But what to serve alongside it? I personally would go for a Teriyaki Salmon Noodle dish to get those taste buds in action, and pair that with a fruity pinot noir on the side.
Is al fresco dining not just for you? Why not take a look at our Log Cabin Pubs inspiration post, or maybe you would prefer looking at how our products can be utilised for Hot Tub Covers.