Nothing speaks summer and childhood like an adventure outdoors.

There is something about digging your toes into water & playing along a water’s edge that sparks the nostalgia of summer.

What better way to celebrate the summer solstice than a night of dancing under the stars, laughing with good friends and mingling with new ones? I can count on my 2 hands the friends I can count on to dance with total abandon, to find true enjoyment in the moment & to help create memories that stick with you for years. This night turned out to be one for the books and one that gave me a much needed release. No drama, no worries – just joy all around.

This year we decided on a Rustic Chic theme for both the decor and dining experience. It was perfect for the canopy of trees and the warm summer night. My girlfriend sent over a photo of the wood platters she had found for the decor and I thought, “We need pies”. So pies we had! Cuban pies, Asian pies, chocolate pies!  With some fresh touches from the garden, our table came together nicely for an evening of fun.

Sonoma Pop-up Dinner by Handmade Events

If you’ve never done a Pop-up event, check out the Handmade Events for their calendar of upcoming events. We love the Sonoma Pop-up edition for its beautiful, wine country venues & it’s proximity to home.

Table decor: wood platters by TJ Maxx and Marshalls / Linens: Savers Thrift Stores
Food: Portos Bakery – Meat Pies, Potato Balls / Chocolate Pie – Niles Pie Co / Dim Sum – Donut Delight