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Mesmerizing Nighttime Dining Ideas

September 27, 2015 by Joanna

There’s nothing that quite compares to a long evening dining al fresco surrounded by family and friends. To make those times as enjoyable as possible, a well-planned outdoor space with just the right lighting and furniture is a must. Here we’ve gathered some of our favorite outdoor spaces ready for nighttime dining…

nightitme entertaining ideas 5 Rich wood dining furniture provides a delightful unexpected element in this tree covered dining arrangement.

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A charming rustic setting with climbing roses and pebbled floor make a lovely al fresco dining spot.

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An elegant riverside terrace has a decidedly contemporary feel with high back wing chairs and campy lanterns.

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A small patio is transformed with colorful string lights and rustic table and benches.

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The perfect spot to enjoy a romantic dinner for two.

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For larger gatherings, this buffet layout is ideal. Tabletops set on large barrels give a barn-party feel to the setting.

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Sleek metal mixes beautifully with raw stone in this outdoor bar fully lit for nighttime entertaining.

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Enchanting dining spot is lit beautifully by a myriad of lanterns hung from branches above.

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Moonlight dining by the lake…

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