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Sweethearts’ Dinner Group

 Entertaining Dinner Group from Go Gingham

For the dinner group Brad and I hosted in February, we went with a “love theme.” It was an Italian centric menu – since it was the day after Valentine’s Day and Italians – from what I’ve heard – are known for their love and passion.

As the hosting couple, we were in charge of the main dish and we gave out assignments: appetizer, salad, dessert.

Sweethearts’ Dinner Group Menu

It was gingham and hearts and good food all around!

 Entertaining Dinner Group from Go Gingham
Sweet potted plants and candles on a gingham tablecloth – of course!
  • appetizer – antipasto platter
  • main – garlic and rosemary grilled flank steak drizzled with olive oil
  • side – oven roasted potatoes, onions, and mushrooms
  • salad – arugula salad
  • dessert – chocolate panna cotta

This was the appetizer. Very cheesy!

 Entertaining Dinner Group from Go Gingham

The salad was peppery arugula with a light dressing – homemade of course!

 Entertaining Dinner Group from Go Gingham

Next, we made the entree – grilled flank steak. Heaven!

 Entertaining Dinner Group from Go Gingham

Everyone enjoyed the meal with wine and good conversation!

 Entertaining Dinner Group from Go Gingham

 Entertaining Dinner Group from Go Gingham

Lastly, the dessert that no one liked.

 Entertaining Dinner Group from Go Gingham

Less than 3 minutes later….

 Entertaining Dinner Group from Go Gingham

As you can see, we eat well and enjoy a night out – and don’t have to spend a lot of money. Living well on less – it’s very Go Gingham!

Are you in a dinner group? Do you host a Valentine’s Day Dinner?

Go Gingham related links:

How to organize a dinner group – why not start one? It’s frugal, fancy & fun!
Last summer’s dinner group gathering is here and the appetizer we brought is here
Our dinner group followed Bon Appetit’s menu last fall
The last time we hosted dinner group – in between decorating seasons
Dinner group in spring – well, it felt like winter
Dinner group at Robin and Greg’s pretty house – mid-century style abounds!

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