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Enjoying freshly harvested strawberries is a quintessential rite of late spring and early summer that never seems to lose its magic. If you're like most residents of apartments in Oceanside, CA, you're glad you live in an area where your local supermarkets are able to offer these seasonal jewels fresh from the field. Now that the first strawberries are just about to make their annual appearance, you may be looking for new ways to celebrate their deliciousness — and what better way to do that than hosting an elegant dessert party with fresh strawberries as the star of the show? Here's how to pull it off.
Select a Specific Dessert
The first step in throwing a dessert party is selecting the dessert. Classic strawberry shortcake is always a winner, but if you want to turn it up a notch, consider something like strawberry mousse whipped up with sweet cream, raw honey, and lemon. Strawberry pie is another possible player. Keep in mind that there's no rule that states you have to choose only one dessert, especially if you plan on inviting more than six guests.
No matter what type of dessert you decide on, including several bowls of ripe, freshly picked strawberries will be a welcome touch.
Send the Invitations
Elegant parties deserve to be announced via elegant invitations. They don't have to be ornate affairs printed on vellum paper with elaborate calligraphy, but they should be more than mass emails or social media messages. Simple, handwritten notes on good quality paper should suffice. If you're going to be including residents of your apartment community on the guest list, hand-delivering the invitations provides a nice touch.
Set the Stage
Set the appropriate stage for a strawberry celebration with lots of fresh flowers and brightly colored dessert plates. If possible, hold the party on your patio or balcony — something about strawberries just tastes better when they're enjoyed al fresco. For a final layer of elegant polish, pair your dessert or desserts with a slightly sweet sparkling rosé wine.
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