How to Use alfresco in a Sentence

alfresco

adjective or adverb
  • The rear alfresco area has a dining table as well as lounge chairs.
    — Kevin Koenig, Robb Report, 21 Nov. 2025
  • The upper deck is also home to a large salon with a bar and an alfresco lounge.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2025
  • Dine in, or enjoy an alfresco meal on the garden patio and lawn.
    — Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 14 Apr. 2026
  • Outside, there is alfresco lounge seating on the bow, the aft decks, and the fold-out aft terraces.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 7 Aug. 2023
  • And to bring the outside in, the main deck’s dining area has its own fold-down balcony for a fun alfresco twist.
    — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 27 Jan. 2026
  • Outside, the grounds read like any shore resort and include a multi-tiered deck and an alfresco kitchen.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 12 Jan. 2024
  • Heading outside, the flybridge is decked out with a hot tub, alfresco dining area, and lounge.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 11 May 2026
  • Squares throughout the city have alfresco seating with plenty of heaters and blankets.
    — Sophie Friedman, AFAR Media, 27 Oct. 2025
  • If hosting is on your summer to-do list, this six-person dining set is a must-have for alfresco dinners.
    — Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 30 Apr. 2026
  • Throughout the home, rooms spill open to outdoor spaces set up for lounging or alfresco dining.
    — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2025
  • There are also multiple terraces, an alfresco kitchen and dining area, plus a sunken lounge with a fire pit.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 15 Mar. 2024
  • Sliding glass doors spill out to a loggia ideal for alfresco lounging and dining.
    — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2026
  • The alfresco eatery is the perfect place for a post-beach snack or before a show at the nearby Playhouse.
    — Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 15 June 2025
  • Out under the pergola where alfresco dining space is found.
    — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 10 Sep. 2025
  • Outside lies an alfresco dining area and a relaxation space.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 14 Jan. 2026
  • One of the best ways to start a summer day is a leisurely alfresco brunch sipping on a good Bloody Mary.
    — Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 30 Aug. 2025
  • An alfresco dining alcove has a spiral staircase to a private roof-deck.
    — The Week Us, TheWeek, 30 Jan. 2026
  • Whether you're headed for a dip at the beach, an alfresco lunch, or a pool party, the look feels equally chic and practical.
    — Amanda Le, InStyle, 21 May 2026
  • Out back, along with the alfresco dining setup and grill, there’s a large lounge area and fire pit overlooking a nearby koi pond.
    — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 18 Sep. 2025
  • If alfresco dinners are in your future, upgrade your patio with this dining set that seats up to six people.
    — Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
  • Here, there’s plenty of room for an alfresco dining setup, with greenery along the perimeter.
    — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2025
  • The cockpit is equipped with plush wrap-around seating, a fridge, and a sink, meaning guests can enjoy alfresco hangouts at sea.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2024
  • Outside, a vanishing-edge pool, pool house, putting green, and alfresco kitchen with fireplace turn up the resort vibes.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 24 June 2025
  • The alfresco eatery is the perfect place to head for a post-beach snack or a quick bite before a show at the nearby Playhouse.
    — Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 19 June 2026
  • Sliding glass doors are a staple of alfresco living, bridging the gap between your home and nature.
    — Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 25 Apr. 2026
  • The grounds feel almost straight out of a fairytale, with lush greenery framing alfresco dining areas and a stone koi pond.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 10 Mar. 2026
  • Fishman then added outdoor furnishings to form an alfresco lounge that extends the footprint of the house.
    — Lisa Boone, latimes.com, 13 Sep. 2017
  • Sliders open to a shipping-container pool and spa, an arbor for alfresco dining, and a firepit.
    — The Week Us, TheWeek, 30 Mar. 2026
  • Arrive early to hike trails through remnant prairie and have a pre-show picnic, then watch an alfresco performance as dusk falls.
    — Charles Usher, Midwest Living, 10 June 2026
  • The completely alfresco restaurant is adorned with picnic tables spread across two levels and dreamy string lights.
    — Kailyn Brown, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026

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