#dinner-parties tag

3 weeks ago

How Padma Lakshmi Picks The Perfect Time For A Dinner Party - Tasting Table

Schedule dinner parties in late afternoon or early evening, allow a 30–60 minute grace period, and consider children's schedules and party formality.

fromEater

4 weeks ago

A Very Eater Dinner Party

Not necessarily because of the flowing bottles of wine and the second and third helpings of dessert - though those are great - but because of the chatter around the table. The unexpected personal connections. The shared laughter, heated debates, thinly veiled gossip, spontaneous moments of revelry. The ideal dinner party is all about the company; not just how they contribute to the vibe, but also how each guest embraces the opportunity to meet new people.

Food & drink

Cooking

2 months ago

16 Iconic '90s Recipes For Your Next Old School Dinner Party - Tasting Table

1990s dinner parties can feature dishes with ties to pop culture and world fusion cuisine.

Cooking

Don't Disappoint Ina Garten By Forgetting These Outdoor Party Essentials - Tasting Table

Serving trays enhance efficiency and presentation at outdoor dinner parties, allowing hosts to spend quality time with their guests.

Cooking

fromBuzzFeed

Frugal People Are Sharing The Cheap Meals That They Actually Crave All The Time

Homemade mac and cheese is preferred over boxed versions, with various ingredients enhancing flavor, including hotdogs and unique spices.

Food & drink

fromEater

Throwing a Dinner Party? Time to Get Some Fancy Candles

Candle aromas have evolved significantly, offering unique scents that enhance the ambiance for food lovers and dinner party hosts.

fromApartment Therapy

This 1990s Kitchen Only Had 1 Sq. Ft. of Storage - Until Its Makeover

The dinners are "an opportunity for eight strangers to break bread together," Alex explains, emphasizing the significance of connection through food, friendship, and conversation.

Chicago

Dining

fromApartment Therapy

I Host Dinner Parties Once a Month - And I Never Do These 9 Things

Hosting should be about connection, not perfection.

4 months ago

Joanna Gaines Often Picks Up This Store-Bought Dinner Party Essential - Tasting Table

Gaines uses a garlic butter spread, especially when serving up a pasta dish, elevating store-bought sourdough bread into an impressive crowd-pleaser.

Everyday cooking

Dining

4 months ago

Ina Garten's Strict Rule When Bringing Flowers To A Dinner Party - Tasting Table

Always bring flowers in a vase to dinner parties to avoid stressing the host.

Avoid niche gifts or dishes; opt for universal items like wine.

fromBon Appetit

What BA Editors Bring to a Dinner Party

It's easy to pick up on your way, it's likely to get consumed that night, it will last if it doesn't, and it's infinitely regiftable.

Everyday cooking

fromBuzzFeed

This 2-Ingredient, No-Equipment Method Is My Favorite For Homemade Noodles

The recipe is adaptable for solo cooking or large gatherings with ease.

Everyday cooking

How Ina Garten Guarantees Roast Vegetables Are Properly Seasoned And Evenly Cooked - Tasting Table

Ina Garten advocates for a hands-on approach to cooking, emphasizing the importance of using your hands for better flavor and presentation.

Everyday cooking

Alton Brown's Hosting Tip For The Most Relaxed Dinner Party Possible - Tasting Table

Alton Brown advocates for a collaborative approach to dinner party hosting to reduce stress and enhance enjoyment.

Everyday cooking