Refreshing spring entertaining ideas

(StatePoint) When it comes to successful springtime entertaining, think light and refreshing food and drink. Keeping flavors and colors cool will infuse your get-together with energy and zest.

Food

When the weather warms, let your guests’ plates cool with fresh salads and cold soups like gazpacho or chilled pea soup.

Get fresh produce in season at your farmer’s market or grocer. Serving up big helpings of colorful vegetables will bring seasonal freshness directly to your table.

Great appetizers for spring include shrimp cocktail and fresh tomato bruschetta. Serve dips like hummus and guacamole...