Greer's OC

If you can’t take the heat, get out of the kitchen — and move the entertainment outdoors. Long Southern California summers are the perfect opportunity for celebration and relaxation, and prepping your home for entertaining is easier than ever thanks to SOCO Collection’s roster of premier culinary and decor retailers. Orange County’s hottest shopping destination has everything you need to transform your home into party central with one simple trip.

During the warm summer months, the backyard becomes an extension of your indoor living space, and SOCO’s impressive line-up of interior design experts can refresh or completely renovate your yard into a welcoming oasis for guests to mix and mingle. Fill an empty patio with an inviting seating arrangement with the help of Brown Jordan. Between timeless design and quality construction, their luxury collection of outdoor furniture is sure to last for many summer vacations to come.

The Spanish-made foosball table available at Design Within Reach features a modern design that will keep kids and adults alike entertained for hours. The contemporary design house also boasts a selection of outdoor dining furniture so you can enjoy your meal and the great weather all season long. Put the finishing touches on your outdoor dining room with home accessories including lanterns from tpt home and recycled decor finds from Local Fare.

Outdoor entertaining wouldn’t be complete without delicious food, and whether you’re a culinary whiz or home cook in-training, SOCO offers a selection of artisan food retailers for serving up easy gourmet snacks that will satisfy a crowd. Shop for specialty ingredients and beverages at Surfas Culinary District and Café before creating your favorite recipes. You can also prepare ahead for a season’s worth of outdoor grilling with one trip to Savory Spice Shop, which offers a wide variety of spice blends and dry rubs.

Even the most seasoned host can use a day off kitchen duty, and SOCO’s other award-winning culinary destinations can bring the party to you with delicious and convenient dining options. The Cellar Cheese Shop offers portable artisanal platters and sandwiches that highlight their impressive selections of delectable cheeses and meats for a low-effort, high-class appetizer.

For last minute get-togethers and family dinners, Greenleaf Gourmet Chopshop is cooking up a selection of refreshing sandwiches and salads that are all available for takeout. And if you happen to be hosting the whole cul-de-sac for your summertime soiree, one of SoCal’s most sought after event companies, 24 Carrots, will work with you one-on-one to create a festive dining experience that everyone will talk about for weeks.

For more information about SOCO Collection, visit southcoastcollection.com.

SOCO is located at 3303 Hyland Ave. in Costa Mesa.