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FROM THE DESK Amy Peltier

Summer always brings a sense of ease, a season for slowing down, opening the windows, and savoring the simple pleasures of home. As the days stretch long and the light lingers, I find myself drawn to spaces that feel relaxed, sunlit, and effortlessly lived in.

In this summer issue, we ’ re sharing a closer look at an Al Fresco dining table, sun-kissed recipes, a few of my current obsessions and so much more.

I hope this issue inspires you & makes it feel easy to enjoy the season in a thoughtful, beautiful way.

Summer Fever Playlist

Sea Glass Tones

Summer is the season of effortless living Coastal blues, sun-washed neutrals, and soft ocean-inspired hues bring a sense of calm and ease into the home while adding depth, character, and warmth. Whether used in a quiet bedroom, layered into a living space, or woven through thoughtful details, these colors create interiors that feel timeless, fresh, and beautifully collected.

All colors are from Benjamin Moore,

Harbor Fog

Cloud White Laguna Blue

Florida Keys Blue Adriatic Sea

Aegean Teal

A Look Inside

My Summer Moodboard

This season I am drawn to a palette that feels easy and quietly unexpected. Soft sun washed blues paired with rich berry reds bring a freshness that still feels grounded and livable. There is a quiet confidence in this combination where color becomes part of the atmosphere rather than the focus. It feels relaxed and layered, like a room made for long afternoons and unhurried evenings.

5Tips & Tricks to Elevate a Summer Dinner Party

There’s nothing better than a beautiful dinner table. Combined with great food, friends, and family, it creates the kind of evening people remember long after it’s over.

Alfresco dining simply means eating outdoors, and summer is the perfect time for it. The best outdoor tables feel relaxed but still pulled together, layered, welcoming, and quietly beautiful.

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Al Fresco Dining Favs

SummerRecipes

From refreshing berry ice pops to silky lemon possets and a fresh seasonal salad layered with vibrant ingredients, these recipes capture the simple pleasures of warm weather entertaining and the ease of summer living.

LEMON POSSETS

INGREDIENTS

2 cups heavy cream

⅔ cup granulated sugar

5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon lemon zest

Fresh berries or mint, for serving (optional)

DIRECTIONS

1. Heat the cream and sugar: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the heavy cream and sugar. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally, and let simmer for 3 minutes.

2. Add the lemon: Remove from heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest. The mixture will naturally begin to thicken.

3. Pour and chill: Divide the mixture into small glasses, ramekins, or jars.

4. Refrigerate: Chill for at least 4 hours, or until set.

5.Serve: Top with fresh berries, extra lemon zest, or mint if desired.

INGREDIENTS

3 ripe peaches, sliced

1 ball burrata cheese

4 cups arugula or mixed greens

½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved

4–6 slices prosciutto

¼ cup fresh basil leaves

2 tablespoons toasted pistachios or walnuts

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon balsamic glaze

Salt and black pepper, to taste

DIRECTIONS

1. Prepare the base:

Arrange the arugula or mixed greens on a serving platter.

2. Add the toppings:

Layer the sliced peaches, cherry tomatoes, prosciutto, and basil over the greens.

3. Finish with burrata:

Tear the burrata and place it throughout the salad.

4. Dress the salad:

Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze. Sprinkle with toasted pistachios, salt, and black pepper.

5. Serve:

Enjoy immediately while the peaches are fresh and juicy.

Notes

*Grilled peaches add a smoky-sweet flavor that pairs beautifully with the prosciutto.

*For extra brightness, finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

Coconut Berry Ice Pops

INGREDIENTS

Red Layer

1 cup strawberries, hulled

1–2 tablespoons honey

Splash of lemon juice

White Layer

1 cup canned coconut milk

1 tablespoon honey

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Blue Layer

1 cup blueberries

1–2 tablespoons honey

Splash of lemon juice

DIRECTIONS

1. Make the red layer: Blend strawberries, sweetener, and lemon juice until smooth. Pour into popsicle molds, filling about one-third of the way. Freeze for 30–45 minutes.

2. Prepare the white layer: Stir together coconut milk, sweetener, and vanilla until smooth. Pour over the frozen strawberry layer until molds are about two-thirds full. Freeze again for 30–45 minutes.

3. Make the blue layer: Blend blueberries, sweetener, and lemon juice until smooth. Pour over the coconut layer to fill the molds completely.

4. Freeze: Insert popsicle sticks and freeze for at least 4–6 hours, or until fully set.

5. Serve: Run molds under warm water for a few seconds to easily release the popsicles.