By Gretchen McKay From Pittsburgh Post-Gazette For many of us, summer is the best time to throw a party. Getting everybody outside onto the porch, yard, or patio means you don’t have to worry about cleaning the house or squeezing a ton of people into a crowded space. Also, summer entertaining tends to be more…
Be Your Best: Dinner Party Guest
The host or hostess put considerable time, effort, and money into hosting you. Return the kindness by being the best guest ever, starting with sending your RSVP promptly and letting the host know about any food allergies. Then, do the following. Watch the Clock Your hosts went through a lot of effort, so show consideration…
Easy Entertaining: Comfort Food for a Cozy Fall Dinner
I fell in love with fall when I first went to New York in my early 20s. The crisp, fresh air and those endless blue skies are like food for the soul, energizing and invigorating. In addition, the autumnal calendar is filled with feasts and reasons to celebrate. From apple picking and fall foliage tours…
10 Secrets to Throwing an Unforgettable Summer Dinner Party
As we start to resume gathering with our friends and family, outdoor dinner parties are a perfect way to ease back into entertaining. Dust off your hosting skills with these summer party hacks to make it the easiest dinner party ever! Here’s how to spend less time playing host and more time hanging out with…
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