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Summer Nights: Dine Out Dinner On The Deck

June 26, 2020 by Alex Daynes

Summer Nights: Dine Out Dinner On The Deck

This post is sponsored by S.Pellegrino Essenza, but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. Summer Nights: Dine Out Dinner On The Deck

My favorite way to spend my summer nights at home is to enjoy a delicious, homemade meal out on my deck! I love the cool, crisp summer air, some deliciously grilled lemon chicken, fresh corn on the cob, and the most delicious lemon tarragon pasta salad. I love to pair this classic meal with a refreshing S.Pellegrino Essenza Flavored Mineral Water. It really completes the meal and the theme of Summer Nights: Dine Out Dinner On The Deck!

Summer Nights: Dine Out Dinner On The Deck

S.Pellegrino Essenza Flavored Mineral Water

I recently discovered S.Pellegrino Essenza and I love to enjoy it with my dinner on occasion! These drinks are incredibly flavorful and refreshing.

These mineral water’s can help any meal feel elevated! You can elevate your moments at home with S.Pellegrino Essenza.

These drinks can add a luxurious experience to your favorite meal! ​

S.Pellegrino Essenza ​is made with natural favors, zero calories and zero sweeteners.

Tangerine & Wild Strawberry Flavor

The Tangerine & Wild Strawberry Flavor is my current flavor of choice! I love it!

S.Pellegrino Essenza Tangerine & Wild Strawberry has an intense aroma with the citrusy zest of tangerine, balanced with wild strawberries and San Pellegrino’s signature gentle bubbles.

Other Flavor Options

Other flavor options available at Walmart include Lemon & Lemon Zest and Dark Morello Cherry & Pomegranate. Shop them today at www.walmart.com.

S.Pellegrino Essenza Lemon & Lemon Zest– fine and elegant enhanced with refined bubbles that offers a surprising freshness. This flavor is paired with light flavored dishes such as fish, chicken salads, shellfish, fresh greens and fruit

 S.Pellegrino Essenza Dark Morello Cherry & Pomegranate. This flavor option is characterized by intense fruity notes, it pairs best with grilled vegetables, red meat, rich sauces, and decadent chocolate desserts.

Summer Nights: Dine Out Dinner On The Deck

Bringing The Meal Out Back

Many of us are eating at home more often than ever. Some nights it’s nice to have a meal in a change of scenery! Elevate your evening by taking your meal outside and enjoy the beautiful fresh air that summer brings!

Summer Nights: Dine Out Dinner On The Deck! It’s my favorite way to dine!

Be sure to try out these S. Pellegrino Essenza at your next dinner. I love how they are zero calories with zero added sugars so you can enjoy them without guilt!

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