This week’s monsoon weather here in Portland makes the idea of a sunny picnic seem like a distant dream, but we’re officially past the solstice, so maybe it really is time to start planning for an outdoor gathering. In addition to Houzz’s tips for summer entertaining, here are some seriously stylish picnic picks from Remodelista:

• Portable Outdoor Grills
• Summer Drinks Dispensers
• Solutions for Anchoring the Outdoor Tablecloth