I'd definitely do a test run with the main dish and pick simple dishes that are thematic and some that can be done ahead. You don't want to be harried pulling together the meal when you want to be able to relax and socialize with your guests.


Starters:
Muhammara with cudities
http://www.cookinglight.com/food/recipe-finder/ideas-for-appetizers/muhammara-crudites-100-appetizer-recipes
red color is appetizing and you can make it ahead along with the chopped veggies

Store bought: Assortment of pitted olives and macrona almonds (the latter at WF), pita & ttzatziki

Main
I'd suggest Zatar chicken. This can be done indoors or on an outdoor grill. Penzey's has the Zatar spice mix:
http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/zaatar-lemon-grilled-chicken-50400000112901/

Serve on a bed of pearl cous cous which cooks up really quickly.

Sides
Tomato/Cucumber side salad with mint: can also be done ahead (I'd use half the amount of onion and either keep in half circles so people can pick them out)
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Tomato-Cucumber-and-Red-Onion-Salad-with-Mint-101847

Grilled eggplant salad (also make ahead):
http://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/browse-all-recipes/grilled-eggplant-00100000103288/index.html

Dessert: rustic summer fruit tart made from bought puff pastry:
http://www.yummly.com/recipe/Rustic-Nectarine-Tart-Martha-Stewart

Have red/white wine on hand as well as non-alcoholic drinks, sparkling water, etc.

Beautiful and delicious:
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/CHICKEN-MARBELLA-SILVER-PALATE-COOKBOOK-1277030

If they will eat pork, a nice lean pork loin with a summery salad, corn & veggie medley, and grilled peaches is a treat.

I would get salad and sides from Wegmans. You can even get meat pre-seasoned with directions at Wegmans.

Do a practice run with whatever you make.

Anonymous wrote:Might be a bit hot for this, but it always goes over well when we have company.

Roasted Chicken with Apples and Leeks
http://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/browse-all-recipes/roasted-chicken-apples-leeks-00000000006595/

this looks really good! If you are a little more ambitious maybe try this with Cornish game hen instead? Just as easy, but takes less time to cook, and "looks" more fancy!

Do you know if they eat mushrooms?

Get four large portabella mushrooms. Remove the stems, wash and dry. Brush the outside with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper (inside and out) and set aside.

Saute diced pancetta in olive oil if you are healthy or butter if you are me Add about a tbsp. minced yellow onions, two chopped green onions and two crushed garlic cloves and sauté until transluscent.

Mix together a brick of softened cream cheese (I suppose you could also use goat cheese if you like the taste), the pancetta/onion mix, and about 1/2 cup shredded cheese (your choice, I like parmesan) and/or 2-3 tbsp. feta cheese, and 1/2 cup unseasoned fine bread crumbs. Add any other greens or veggies that appeal to you such as fresh baby spinach, minced red peppers, etc. Whatever tastes good together. Squeeze in juice from half a lemon. Season with salt and pepper, or fresh herbs, tasting as you go so you are sure it tastes good.

Press the fillings into the caps.

Sprinkle with more of the shredded cheese.

Sprinkle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, or garlic lemon butter if you prefer

Cook on the grill until warm and oozy, or bake at 375 (covered for about 20 minutes) then uncovered for 10 minutes

Sounds and looks complicated but is very easy to do.

Is hearty enough to be an entrée

Play around with it ahead of time to get the flavors right.

Serve with a side like pasta or couscous.

Anonymous wrote:I always turn to Ina Garten when I'm having guests. Something simple but delicious. Maybe salmon, grilled vegetables, salad, quinoa or rice?

Second this - she's awesome

I would do filet, roasted or grilled vegetables, a nice salad and a rice pilaf. Something summer-like for dessert. Maybe key lime pie and a fruit tray in case they didn't want to indulge.

Might be a bit hot for this, but it always goes over well when we have company.

Roasted Chicken with Apples and Leeks
http://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/browse-all-recipes/roasted-chicken-apples-leeks-00000000006595/

Filet mignon

Gazpacho
A salad
Grilled corn
Grilled fish with an olive tapenade covering the fish when done
Orzo with pine nuts and cranberries

I always turn to Ina Garten when I'm having guests. Something simple but delicious. Maybe salmon, grilled vegetables, salad, quinoa or rice?

You want to impress your husband's boss/wife? Are you the sister wife, wife number 1, wife number 2, what? It matters in what menu you choose. Please advise.

They are super fit and healthy, so probably not something too, too fattening. I would love to impress.