Entertaining Dinner Party Ideas Nine Staples for a White Party By Martha Stewart Editors Martha Stewart Editors An article attributed to "Martha Stewart Editors" indicates when several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The Martha Stewart team aims to teach and inspire readers daily with tested-until-perfected recipes, creative DIY projects, and elevated home and entertaining ideas. They are experts in their fields who research, create, and test the best ways to help readers design the life they want. The joy is in the doing. Editorial Guidelines Published on June 20, 2014 07:38AM EDT We independently evaluate all recommended products and services. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Learn more. We're suckers for a monochromatic palette, so when summer rolls around, we look forward to an elegant all-white party. Here are our favorite menu and decor ideas to help you pull together this classic warm-weather fete. 01 of 09 White Menu The dishes on this menu fit right in with the all-white theme, but make no mistake: They're vibrant in flavor. Clockwise from top left: Get the Potato Cutouts Piped with Tangy Horseradish Creme Fraiche Recipe Get the Lemony Whitefish-Puree-and-Celery Tea Sandwiches Recipe Get the Celery-Root Soup Flavored with White Wine and Thyme Recipe Get the Parmesan Polenta with Sauteed Cremini Mushrooms Recipe Get the Vegetarian Summer Rolls with a Citrus Rice-Wine Vinegar Dipping Sauce Recipe 02 of 09 Whiteware Set the table at your party with our classic Kensington whiteware from Macy's. 03 of 09 The Clear Choice Not just any cocktail will do for a white party. Serve up these classic vodka Gibsons with a white cocktail onion for a garnish to fit the theme. View Recipe 04 of 09 White Fruit Centerpiece Using a white cake stand and a few simple steps, you can create this white fruit centerpiece. How to Make the White Fruits Centerpiece 05 of 09 Serving Made Easy Our white diamond-pierced cake stands from Macy's make the perfect platter for serving food on a buffet, or for use as a stand for centerpieces. 06 of 09 In Full Bloom For an extra-special touch for any table, arrange white hydrangeas and clematis in white vases. Use them as centerpieces or as decorations on buffet or dessert tables. 07 of 09 A Classic Cake with a Twist Jonathan Lovekin At the end of your meal, wow a crowd by serving this raspberry white cake with beautiful meringue frosting and large coconut flakes. View Recipe 08 of 09 White Serving Pieces To carry the white theme throughout the party, use as many white elements as you can; that includes servingware like these white-handled cake servers from Macy's. 09 of 09 White Treats End the evening on a high note with treats to match the color palette. Clockwise from top left: white-chocolate candy, white rock candy, truffles, chocolate-filled heart-shaped dragees, marshmallows, and candied coconut. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit