Entertaining & Hosting

Whether you’re hosting a huge bash or a casual dinner party, you want to get it right—and you will, thanks to our entertaining and hosting ideas. But be warned, friends and family may never want to leave.

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Your Ultimate Guide to the Passover Seder

What happens during a Passover Seder? From food on the Seder plate to the traditional holiday menu, here's what to...


The Best Kosher Wine for Your Passover Seder

Planning a Passover Seder? We've rounded up the best kosher wine brands to serve at your meal.


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How to Throw the Perfect Kentucky Derby Party

You can bet on a good time at this Kentucky Derby party. Pastel embellishments, homemade mint juleps and a themed...


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The Best St. Patrick’s Day Party Ideas

You're in luck! From authentic Irish food to ideas for decor, here are the best St. Patrick's Day party ideas.


18 Easy St. Patrick’s Day Decoration Ideas

You don't need to pay pots of gold on St. Patty's Day decorations. Get crafty and make these simple St....


How to Host a Chili Cook-Off

With the help of this guide, your chili cook off will go off without a hitch. Invite each member of...


12 Lucky Foods for Your Chinese New Year Feast

Chinese New Year foods are said to help bring luck and good fortune. Here's a guide to their symbolic meanings.


How to Throw a Super Bowl Party

You can throw a legendary Super Bowl party—even when you're only watching for the commercials. Here's what to do!

Have Guests Coming? Here’s How to “Clean” Your Home in 30 Minutes or ...

Hosting a get-together comes with a lengthy to-do list, which makes it easy to drop the ball on cleaning your...


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How to Stock a Bar Cart for the Holidays

Whether it's a chic bar cart or just a side table, the best holiday entertainers have their home bars well-stocked....


How to Make a Build-Your-Own Taco Board Everyone Will Love

Make taco night even better with this build-your-own taco board piled high with salsa, cheese, carnitas, crunchy shells and so...


How to Host a Feast of the Seven Fishes Dinner

Whether you're Italian through and through or simply love seafood (and holidays), use these ideas to host an unforgettable Feast...


Where to Order Christmas Dinner in 2023

Whether you're the holiday host or in charge of this year's sides, preparing a show stopping feast is a whole...


43 Host and Hostess Gifts (That Aren’t a Bottle of Wine)

Forgot to grab something for your host? Don't sweat it—we've got you covered. Check out these creative ideas for hostess...


Grab Your Family and Play This Easy Christmas Game to Win All Kinds of Prizes

This easy Christmas game is fun to set up and even more fun to win. You can count us in!



How to Make a Showstopper Chocolate Board

Why leave all the charcuterie fun to meat and cheese? This chocolate charcuterie board will fulfill a sweet tooth's wildest...

8 Best Dinosaur Birthday Party Ideas—How to Throw an Amazing Dinosaur-Themed Birthday P...

We've rounded up these T-rexcellent dinosaur birthday party ideas for any size get-together.


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17 Classic Rum Drinks You Need to Add to Your Repertoire

Rum is for more than cruise ships and beach houses! Dust off your shakers and gather your limes, because these...


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How to Make a Charcuterie Board Perfect for Any Party

A perfectly arranged spread of meat, cheese, crackers and condiments is irresistible at any gathering. Here's everything you need to...


11 Best Thanksgiving Traditions from Ree Drummond

I rounded up some of the Pioneer Woman's best ideas for Thanksgiving. You can "borrow" a tradition to help make...


Cheese Board Pairings to Take Your Spread to the Next Level

Putting together a cheese board? Learn all about the types of cheese to choose, along with serving and pairing tips...


How to Give a Great Thanksgiving Toast

Before you start scooping the mashed potatoes, learn how to give a Thanksgiving toast that celebrates the season.

13 Easy Food and Wine Pairing Ideas Everyone Should Know

Looking for tips and tricks for food and wine pairing? Here's what you need to know! Jump right in and...


Our Favorite Charcuterie Board Books

Whether you want to create tapas-inspired small plates or extravagant tabletop spreads, we compiled the best charcuterie board books in...


15 Types of Cocktail Glasses that Serious Mixologists Recommend

Mixing up a drink? Serving it in the proper glass not only looks pretty, but it tastes better too! Experts...


A Helpful Guide to Popular Cheese Knives & How To Correctly Use Them

We compiled this guide to cheese knives to explain each knife’s specific capabilities so that you can choose the proper...


Your Holiday Cleaning Schedule & Checklist

Getting ready for the holidays? We put together the ultimate cleaning list.


Here’s How to Wrap Christmas Presents Like Santa’s Helper

'Tis the season for gift giving. Learn how to wrap presents like a pro just in time for the holidays!