Easy Summer Dinner Party | Make Ahead Recipes | Flowers | Setting the Table

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  • @anaisgarcia2609
    @anaisgarcia2609 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    I could watch Kevin set a table all day long... The results are always spectacular.

    • @donnarowe1890
      @donnarowe1890 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I agree with you!

    • @faithkerry4050
      @faithkerry4050 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Kevin is smooth, attainable elegance … not stiff or pretentious. As Goldilocks said …. “just right”!

    • @AnonyMous-kd5iz
      @AnonyMous-kd5iz 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Me2

  • @susanprice7202
    @susanprice7202 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    Kevin, always a pleasure to see your latest upload. You make all us viewers feel like we are truly welcome guests into your home and activities. Thank you for the impeccable hospitality!!

  • @bosvigos9165
    @bosvigos9165 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    When my days are tough, this is where I come. Thank you Kevin. A delight, as ever.

    • @faithkerry4050
      @faithkerry4050 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Who needs a mental health professional when you can get the calming voice of KLJ? He’s the whole package! ❤

  • @beautilfuldoveonearth5447
    @beautilfuldoveonearth5447 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Not everybody can have such a reception etiquette love it

  • @SlimshadyVictoria
    @SlimshadyVictoria ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I am convinced here is NOTHING you can,t do! You are the elegant friend that everybody wants! Great video Kevin! Thank You❤

  • @cannie33
    @cannie33 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    KEVIN THANK YOU! I FEEL SO PEACEFUL watching your videos❤

  • @dianecarver4018
    @dianecarver4018 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I can’t believe I missed this one. Very relaxing and easily doable dinner party menu.

  • @estherspindlove5626
    @estherspindlove5626 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    A wonderful episode! Thank you Kevin for bringing “peace” to your preparations, encourages me to stay calm in the kitchen, and love these simple recipes that can be made ahead of time!

  • @ЛіліяМей
    @ЛіліяМей ปีที่แล้ว +4

    ДЯКУЄМО❤❤❤🎉

  • @cherievivian9830
    @cherievivian9830 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Simply Sublime !

  • @kitbenson8078
    @kitbenson8078 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I'm always uplifted by your videos, but was really surprised this evening when my partner called out from the kitchen: "Is that Kevin? Hold on. I'll be there in a moment."
    Another fan for you!❤

  • @Magdapeeta
    @Magdapeeta ปีที่แล้ว +2

    T
    Kevin you are my hero - whenever life is crazy - I watch you preparing and setting a meal - it's inspirational.. The quiet and peaceful way you present your video is inspirational I have so many good ideas from you.. Live long

  • @sunshinepatsoph4219
    @sunshinepatsoph4219 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    And we thought that everything about sophistication was present ...voila, along came Kevin with a gorgeous tablecloth in a hanger!!!! I adore watching your videos. Beautiful blue shirt💙

  • @lisaray9404
    @lisaray9404 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It is always so lovely to spend time with you, Mr. Kevin. I enjoy every minute of your videos. I wish I had more time these days to get caught up, but I do what I can. The new school year is always super busy. Thank you for all that you do! 😊💖🙏

  • @heritagehall6243
    @heritagehall6243 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Kevin dear, although all things Kevin are elegant, it is the warmth and simplicity of your preps and presentation that lend serenity to the process. I imagine your doing it while "floating" just above the
    floor... so smooth and gracious. It is a blessing to sit at your beautifully appointed table and talk
    about all things enriching. Heritage Hall

  • @Sally-nse2
    @Sally-nse2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Another convivial and beautiful table, a quick ride to The Berry farm and wonderful host-friendly summer dinner ❤ thank you Kevin.

  • @purplepuma123
    @purplepuma123 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I just love the make ahead meals.
    I think this, your calming spirit and your elegance sets you worlds apart from all the other TH-cam chefs.
    You’re truly a blessing.
    Hope you’re enjoying your summer.

  • @TallerdeVitrales
    @TallerdeVitrales ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Kevin, thank you for showing us every detail of this summer dinner party, so you make possible for us to take notes from your recipes, the floral arrangement, and absorb some of tour good taste and manners. Thank you Kevin❤

  • @cindygarrison6338
    @cindygarrison6338 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I think tapioca is way underused in cooking these days. So delicious. And great in pies, to absorb juices. It's a delicious pudding! Love your innovative meals, with ease of prep in mind, Kevin! 😘

  • @mrsramales
    @mrsramales ปีที่แล้ว +10

    The soup
    The tapioca pudding
    The Salmon
    The berry farm
    I love all your tips!
    You live what you do,
    The charm and elegance and deliciousness!!!
    This was a home run!!
    Your guest were spoiled as well as us by watching it .
    Thank you Kevin 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

    • @mrsramales
      @mrsramales ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Type mistake. I love what you do!

  • @gloriarangott8803
    @gloriarangott8803 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I LOVE this dinner set you've used here. It's so delicate looking and the pattern is just gorgeous.
    You did a great job with the flowers too...
    The music sounds like water gently moving in a stream...
    The menu is wonderful make ahead so you too can enjoy your guests,
    ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

  • @sueanderson1926
    @sueanderson1926 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You make things very special!!!

  • @vallowther262
    @vallowther262 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    So relaxing to watch and to know we can have guests to visit at home again!

  • @srkelley5790
    @srkelley5790 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I love the drive to the berry farm. I live in Mexico and we do not have vistas like this. We are all mountains and I love the serenity of this drive. And I love the produce you buy. We are limited here. Your music is perfect for what you are showing. And the recipes! I come here when I want to calm down. Thank you, Kevin!

  • @carlenebraithwaite8391
    @carlenebraithwaite8391 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Your flower arrangements are stunning. Thanks for sharing your talents with us. All the Best!

  • @_de_reve
    @_de_reve 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    when i need a pick me up (after having been fighting with my doctoral thesis all morning) i watch your videos Kevin and they always bring me joy!!! This time i almost teared up when you put in the white Miso paste as it is one of the things i like to use in cooking frequently! You're a wholesome existence!! Thank you for sharing bits of your life and recipes with us!!! Greetings from a stressed european student that learns very much from you!

  • @joleneosignac7123
    @joleneosignac7123 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    As always, beautifully done. 💕

  • @gailroscoe7809
    @gailroscoe7809 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’m watching this for the third time. Wishing I had someone who would enjoy it to cook for. 😂

  • @Mileko-fv5pb
    @Mileko-fv5pb ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I love it Kevin. You bring elegance and a reasonable amount to a whole another level.

  • @michaelgray1123
    @michaelgray1123 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Your table setting is elegant. I love your fine china. The meal looks fantastic. You always prepare your dinner parties to perfection.

  • @Change4Good333
    @Change4Good333 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Dear Kevin, it's hard to express the amount of beauty, elegance and refined taste that is in everything you do. Also the amount of LOVE you put in everything. It's such a privilege and honour watching your videos. God bless💜

  • @boilermaker79
    @boilermaker79 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you so much much for the FANTASTIC recipe ideas!!!

  • @concettaragusa9331
    @concettaragusa9331 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you Kevin! I enjoy every single show and I make.you’re so elegant, I loved your garden your house is magnificent!I love everything about you! The new generation should fallow you!! I’m from Italy im in USA 60 years!

  • @melaniemcgarry5271
    @melaniemcgarry5271 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Your arrangements are always beautiful but I thought you outdid yourself with this one! Gorgeous!
    Thanks for another pleasant video. I look forward to them!

  • @teresaramos1719
    @teresaramos1719 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Oh Kevin , you are truly teaching us the art of slowing down, connecting with others sans phones and screens , in other words: the art of living..😉❤️

  • @rosalindd1386
    @rosalindd1386 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Simple yet so elegant ! Thank you for sharing Kevin!

  • @mavep2855
    @mavep2855 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I always enjoy the format of your vlogs…trip to the berry farm and to get flowers for your table. Your menus are always simple enough that you can be a guest at your own party. Thank you Kevin.🙏❤️💐

  • @betsymcgovern3267
    @betsymcgovern3267 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I can't wait to try that soup. A use for all my basil from my balcony garden. Thank you as always, you Paradise Maker, you!

  • @Janice_1979_
    @Janice_1979_ ปีที่แล้ว +4

    great video, and thanks for the recipes Kevin.

  • @nicinaude6189
    @nicinaude6189 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you, Kevin, for yet another wonderful video. It actually feels like l'm standing right there inside your kitchen while you are busy preparing the most wonderful dishes. The soup looks beautiful in those soup bowls. l just want to run to my kitchen and try out today's recipes. Lol.
    I can't wait to taste that soup.
    It looks SO delicious.

  • @pjreads5014
    @pjreads5014 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love your videos, and enjoy your "do ahead" approach to entertaining. I appreciate all the tips you include.

  • @Maria-from-Denmark
    @Maria-from-Denmark ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thanks for another great video. I always get in a good mood, when I see your beautiful flower arrangements and beautiful table settings. Thaks 🙂

  • @a.phillips6892
    @a.phillips6892 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I look forward to seeing your beautiful floral arrangements, firstly. They are always so pretty, and the fact that you use things from your own garden is an added bonus. The soup looks so amazing…I will definitely be making! Salmon is my favorite entree for sure. It all makes for a perfect dinner party! I even got to see sweet Avery at the end…I always look for him. Thank you so much for your channel💓

  • @davidwhitestine1727
    @davidwhitestine1727 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Buna Kevin, aia aștept sa vina Duminica sa vad cu ce ma răsfățați. Un om extraordinar si o simplitate fara limite❤.
    Dumnezeu sa te binecuvânteze. XOXO Roxandra W.

  • @fridayschild19
    @fridayschild19 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Another enjoyable and elegant dinner for me to serve! Thank you Kevin, for your fabulous channel.💖

  • @rosalindhambleton9012
    @rosalindhambleton9012 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Bonjour Kevin, Thank you so much for those recipes, they are such a great ideas for an easy, no fuss, wonderful menu ! Again, thank you for sharing your beautiful table with us today. Until next time, have a great week. - Rosalind -

  • @LikeASamba
    @LikeASamba ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Did you ever watch the film Babette's Feast? Your videos remind me a bit of the spirit depicted in that film. It's so important - the propriety, generosity, and kindness in gracious living.

  • @francesthompson1324
    @francesthompson1324 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Gorgeous display of the meal. Thank you for sharing these elegant ideas and recipes. Happy Sunday and a wonderful week to you!

  • @elizabethhackett-ij9gh
    @elizabethhackett-ij9gh ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So love your easy dinners with a variety that's inexpensive! Can't wait to see what comes next! Thank You!

  • @shandaethompson3516
    @shandaethompson3516 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    A beautiful tutorial on simple elegance. Always a refreshing timeout in my day💕 Thank you, Kevin!

  • @Gwing7061
    @Gwing7061 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another wonderful dinner party, thank you Kevin. I love the table setting and the beautiful flower arrangement you made. See you soon 🌼

  • @TraciLMiller
    @TraciLMiller ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I LOVE when you use this china, it is stunning! The soup I will try this weekend, thank you for being you Kevin!

  • @happyday8280
    @happyday8280 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Oh my goodness I’d love a bowl of that glorious soup! I’m going to make some this week ! Your recipes are easy and so good.. your table looks fab . I think Avery would have loved some of that fish as well ! ❤😄🇬🇧🇬🇧🙏

  • @dianehall5345
    @dianehall5345 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very nice Kevin. The table scape was artfully coordinated. I love the attention to detail that you put into your dinners. Salmon is a favorite of mine. I have always been a bit intimidated by miso, but will try the white miso in that delicious zucchini soup. ~ Diane

  • @sarahfox3312
    @sarahfox3312 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I might make this my first summer dinner party on the veranda in the Southern Hemisphere! Loved everything! ❤

  • @deborahmellusi8312
    @deborahmellusi8312 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just fabulous!

  • @maryandrews4097
    @maryandrews4097 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was delighted to see a tapioca pudding recipe. My three generation family favourite, fruit tapioca, is a rather more calorific version, served in a sizeable cut glass bowl. The seed tapioca (smaller than the larger "frogspawn" variety - much despised here in the UK in it's manifestation in mid 20th century
    school dinners), is first cooked together with the milk (1.5pts), thinly pared lemon rind and sugar, then removed from the heat when the yolks of two eggs are beaten in, together with a
    knob of butter. The egg whites are then whipped to stiff peaks and folded into the mixture creating a souffle like texture
    This is piled onto colourful stewed fruit already in the glass bowl; any kind of red/purple plums, apricots or even rhubarb paired with raspberries are best.
    The courgette (zucchini)soup sounds really alluring. Unlike the rest of Europe the UK after a lovely, very dry period early on is having a miserably wet, cold and windy summer but it means that courgettes are in abundance and cheap, so that is definitely on the menu.
    I do admire the way that you make a real ceremony of your meals, real love feasts, an attitude
    toward food which had been hard won in contrast to the vast array
    of, in many cases today, over processed foodstuffs available today. The civilising effect of sitting round a table, enjoying the food and engaging in proper conversation, on children is vital.

  • @dr.allisongunneph.d.6494
    @dr.allisongunneph.d.6494 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Kevin, what a beautiful dinner party meal. I so like that you teach us how to split it up over 2 days. At my age, with my health situation, I have confidence I can do this as well!
    Blessings,
    Allison 🌼

  • @nicolecouture4514
    @nicolecouture4514 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The meal looks very appetizing!! Love watching your videos. ❤ Take care !!!

  • @greenmoss9079
    @greenmoss9079 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A Salmon and veggies sheet is one of my go too in the Summer! Full of protein and good stuff! It doesn't weigh you down when you eat it. I really liked your floral arrangement , it gave off a nice late Summer vibe 😊😊

  • @Kitkatbreak3
    @Kitkatbreak3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You're delightful. Thank you for showing us how to bring high-class elegance to our everyday lives! Also, thank you for saying this could even be for a dinner party for one (with lots of leftovers)! You're a joy.

  • @donnaclinton5578
    @donnaclinton5578 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks like a wonderful meal. Enjoyed watching this after a very stressful week. It was very comforting in a time when despair hit my family. Thank you for your heartwarming videos Kevin.

  • @arj-peace
    @arj-peace ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I cannot wait to try the soup! I often use cashews to make sauces creamy without dairy, but haven't tried it with soup. Thanks for the ideas and another lovely video. 💕

  • @taowright
    @taowright ปีที่แล้ว +3

    OK now I'm hungry! Everything looks so delicious -- I will try these recipes for sure. Thank you, Kevin -- wonderful video! 💗

  • @adriaschumann9641
    @adriaschumann9641 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A beautiful job of flower arranging. Thank you for giving us the strength to try to do flower arranging.

  • @Diane18
    @Diane18 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great menu. Can’t wait to make this!!! Thank you! Love your channel!

  • @jeanniebrunk3863
    @jeanniebrunk3863 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well Kevin, aren't you fun and informative....Thanks for your inspiring dinner recipes and tablescape...I also love your suggested timing of the meal. Thanks from Hilton Head Island.

  • @mahajaramillo498
    @mahajaramillo498 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love the menu, I like the way you cook and keep in the freezer for other day, very good and love the way you put your tables. Thank you for teaching us so many things old, modern and new

  • @nancyvance2772
    @nancyvance2772 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am going to have the exact same menu at a dinner party I'm having in a couple of weeks! Yum! Thanks for the glorious ideas, Kevin.

  • @dlgoodwin1542
    @dlgoodwin1542 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Gorgeous arrangement as usual, Kevin!! I’m definitely going to try the zucchini soup! I have tons of basil in my garden.

  • @ladyw605
    @ladyw605 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Lovely, my friend, is most definitely an understatement!!!!! I own a very similar, if not identical, candelabra pair. I admire this table setting SO MUCH!!!!!

  • @lynnallen1315
    @lynnallen1315 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You had me at salmon and tapioca.

  • @ninashelley5044
    @ninashelley5044 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh my you do it up so beautifully. Your guests are in for a treat. I will try the salmon .

  • @TuckerSP2011
    @TuckerSP2011 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Every component of your dinner looked delicious. The zucchini soup is definitely a must try!

  • @marymauldin3229
    @marymauldin3229 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Good morning Kevin.

  • @KathyRopa-uk9ws
    @KathyRopa-uk9ws ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful arrangement Kevin. The menu is wonderful as well.

  • @marymarks7046
    @marymarks7046 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this Kevin! Those Royal Albert plates are gorgeous. TFS.

  • @Phyllyps-Levine
    @Phyllyps-Levine ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Our dinner party last night was superb! Lots of leftovers for. Nice Sunday lunch!
    I love me some KLJ lifestyle videos!

  • @sandratalbert9578
    @sandratalbert9578 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a gracious meal💕

  • @dragonrising11
    @dragonrising11 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    LOVE those coasters!!!! ❤❤❤

  • @DajanaWindtSpaargaren
    @DajanaWindtSpaargaren ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello Mr Kevin, this combination of recipes is one of my favorites. I could taste the flavors watching your video today. Thank you very much ❤

  • @M15Guys
    @M15Guys ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thoroughly enjoyable and cannot wait to try the soup recipe xx

  • @brendarobinson825
    @brendarobinson825 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I always look forward to your latest. I have a notebook of your recipes. All are delicious. Please keep them coming. You are the best
    Love your garden and decorating and shopping videos. Love them all.

  • @gueguinnicole7422
    @gueguinnicole7422 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Toujours en harmonie merveilleux ❤❤ j'aime ce paradis

  • @melissalambert7615
    @melissalambert7615 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love everything about this menu. The chilled soup looks very interesting. I enjoy chilled soups and will definitely make a small batch of it soon. Nice the soup and salmon both go well with your wine choice. Nice and straight forward to have just the one wine. Best wishes from Willamette Valley Oregon.

  • @janetdickerson2518
    @janetdickerson2518 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You inspire me, Kevin. Thank you for your videos! ♡

  • @isabelperez3967
    @isabelperez3967 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Kevin, you are amazing, love your wonderful recipes!

  • @Sotweetie
    @Sotweetie ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I LOVE your amazing, informative videos! Such class and elegance, with beautiful presentation for your guests.

  • @donnsunderland2684
    @donnsunderland2684 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved your choice of the Brandenburg Concerto.

  • @tricia9559
    @tricia9559 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow tapioca was always my horror at ‘school dinners’ way back in history, definitely going revisit it with this recipe sending love 🇬🇧

    • @kevinleejacobs1364
      @kevinleejacobs1364  ปีที่แล้ว

      Tapioca pudding scared me when it was offered for school lunch. Now I love it!

  • @mariabanholzer5960
    @mariabanholzer5960 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Adore to come with you in the shops!
    The flower arrangements, everything inspiring...😊

  • @maris-k5269
    @maris-k5269 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello Kevin, it was my third recipe I tried from your videos (Victoria cake and meat pie). But this one with the salmon in Asian marinade baked with simple vegetables is superb I decided to comment for the first time. I enjoy your videos-your entertainment style, recipes, beautiful house and garden:) Thank you😊 Mari

  • @4444marla
    @4444marla ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I will definitely make this dinner and the soup looks fabulous and even better is the amazing flower arrangement …..you are an artist!

  • @beautilfuldoveonearth5447
    @beautilfuldoveonearth5447 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you darling ❤❤❤ you made my week my month your kindness is palpable

  • @maritaruter9956
    @maritaruter9956 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Dear Kevin, your Videos are so beautiful and relaxing with dreamlike music. The flower arrangements and table settings 💖 so lovely . Greetings from north -west Germany.

  • @Sandy-mx5fr
    @Sandy-mx5fr ปีที่แล้ว

    Chefs kiss... the bread basket WOW WOW WOW beautiful

  • @kathykorb4151
    @kathykorb4151 ปีที่แล้ว

    We made this and enjoyed it for supper. It is the best salmon I have ever eaten!! Yum

  • @charlenewilliford6957
    @charlenewilliford6957 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fabulous! Looking forward to next video. Especially enjoy the complete meal videos

  • @dmmuldowney
    @dmmuldowney ปีที่แล้ว

    Bravo, you made me want to eat salmon! Thank you. 🧡🧡

  • @robertadaversa2503
    @robertadaversa2503 ปีที่แล้ว

    PS that meal looked amazing. I can't wait to try that soup.