Voted one of the best wedding planners in the world by Vogue, Bryan Rafanelli has designed and produced some of the nation’s most exclusive and high-profile events, including many for President Obama at the White House as well as Chelsea … Continued
At some parties, the guests find themselves in a bottleneck trying to get to the food and drinks because everyone else is going the same way. To avoid such traffic jams, if you set up stations at your party, your … Continued
As we move into the fall season, you might want to be thinking about changing out your summer tablescapes and moving to a more seasonal look–a prelude to fall tablesettings. black and white is a great color scheme for fall … Continued
Now is the time to start looking for seasonal inspiration for entertaining at home. Check out these books! Party planning books to Inspire you for seasonal celebrating Big Book of Halloween (Better Homes & Gardens) by Better Homes and Gardens … Continued
Alex Hitz, “the very best host in the world” says the Wall Street Journal, shares more than 100 timeless, tried-and-true recipes for classic comfort foods to serve with his inimitable style of gracious entertaining his book The Art of the Host. … Continued
Before you put together a shopping list, answer these questions: How many adults will be attending? How many children will be there? How long will the party run? Will the party be indoors or outside? What type of party will … Continued
If you eat at your kitchen or dining room table every day, you can get bored with no special tablesetting or the same old one you have used forever. This navy and gold tablesetting may give you some ideas that … Continued
We are all cooking at home since the pandemic began and thus, this is a great time to collect some new recipes to use with your family and to eventually use with your friends for entertaining to home. Why not … Continued
Find out special ways to entertain your family and friends by checking out the ideas in To Celebrate: Entertaining the Ones You Love the Whole Year Through by Katie Jacobs. In this essential guide to entertaining, Katie reveals her secrets for … Continued
Picnics usually evoke a pleasurable state of mind. The history of picnics and eating outdoors can be seen in many famous European paintings—by artisits Peter Brueghel, Claude Monet, Edouard Manet and others. These show the popularity of this activity throughout … Continued