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Ten Lessons from a Decade of Dinner Parties

We set out to make friends with a simple strategy: The dinner party.

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An Early Spring Small-Bites Menu for a Crowd

Some people delight at the thought of grazing over small bites, no fork required.

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How to Host an At-Home Political Fundraiser

Consider your role as host of this unique kind of event.

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How to Get Better at Hosting

It’s all about the plan.

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Fall-afel Fest 2022

An autumn celebration.

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Non-Candy Treats for a Piñata

Piñatas are three-in-one fun – the only problem is all that candy!

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Scones

Want to get better at baking? Start with scones.

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A Back-to-School Party

Back-to-school season is a great milestone to commemorate both for parents and kids.

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Spectacular Salads for Any Party

Five salads that can sit, but still stand out.

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How to Fool-Proof Your Party Plan

Handle the unexpected, manage risks, and keep calm.

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Party 101: Tools You Cannot Host Without

How to stay organized while hosting an event, big or small.

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A Tom8o Party

An eighth birthday celebration for a tomato-loving kid.

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Party 101: A Long Table

Tips for a large sit-down dinner.

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Party 101: How to Plan a Menu When You Don’t Know Your Guests

What to serve when you don’t know your guests well? Three tips.

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Party 101: Drink Station

So the party is at your house? Here’s how to set up the drinks station.

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Brunch is Best

A great way to start the day and the easiest meal to host. 

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Boogie Party

A dance party for cold and flu season (pre-pandemic edition).

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Cinco de What?

A playful fifth birthday party.

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Venetian Carnival

An at-home celebration with mask-making, storytelling, and a gondola.

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Buffet Table Setting 101

You’ve done all the cooking, now how do you lay it all out?

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Of Course We Had a Ball

A farewell party to delight big and little kids.

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Party Favor Ideas Beyond the Goodie Bag

Still stumped? Think thoughtful, useful, and unexpected.

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