Dining with others is an intimate act. And as the hostess, once all of the hard work is done (preparing, cooking, and sometimes cleaning) and the guests are eating,...
Conversation is important when entertaining. The other night we hosted a dinner party and my husband and I planned ahead the discussions that we would have around the table....
The guests have arrived, you’ve made your introductions and everyone is having a great time, drink in hand, mingling and enjoying appetizers. The music is humming in the background...
Your guests are about to arrive, and like most homes, the stress-level may be intense! Depending on my planning, I may or may not be ready, but once that...
Through the years, I’ve learned that if I don’t take 5 to 10 minutes to get myself ready, before my guests arrive, I am flustered and just don’t feel...
Another short post but a good reminder. Make up what you can ahead of time. Get the prep work done early. Give your kids jobs (according to their ages...