Entertaining guests

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Want to know how to make guests feel comfortable in your home even when you are an introvert and hospitality is difficult for you?

The most challenging aspect of entertaining is being able to coordinate all the details right so that when your friends arrive, the table is already set, the cocktails are being served, the food is ready to come out of the kitchen hot, and you're unoccupied enough to actually entertain your guests. This is why I've gotten wise to the idea of taking appropriate shortcuts where I can, especially when it comes to planning a weekday dinner party.

How to Make Guests Feel Welcome in Your Home

A stress-free guide when you are planning for house guests. 20 MENU IDEAS w/ RECIPES: 4 breakfast, 4 lunch, & 12 dinner menus. Drink & dessert recipes too.

Is Your Home Too Small for Guests? There's no such thing—I promise! I have 7 tips for hosting guests in a small apartment or small home. The first tip? Borrow from your neighbors! #hospitality #smallspaceliving #tinyhome #welcome #entertaining

How To Keep Guests Cool At An Outdoor Party: Refreshing Ideas Discover creative ways with "How To Keep Guests Cool At An Outdoor Party: Refreshing Ideas" to ensure your guests stay comfortable and enjoy the fun!

We’ve always been big into entertaining at Apartment Therapy, and 2015 was no exception. Read on for the year’s best posts on parties, planning, overnight guests, and entertaining with ease. Nancy’s ‘Farewell to Houston’ House Tour First up, no more excuses! Your home doesn’t have to be blog-worthy for you to throw a great party, as this post deftly proves.

Last weekend at HOPE farmer's market we had the pleasure of stumbling upon the Dai Due booth. If you're familiar with the Austin "food scene" you are probably familiar with them. I can say this honestly-they deserve the hype. Dai Due produces delicious and unique foods that are locally sourced and made with care. They also host Supper Clubs which look pretty much amazing! (Um, this post is a must read.) I love their concept and I also love their styling-isn't that logo beautiful and aren't…

Plus, 3 things I always do.

If you always have these 10 entertaining essentials on hand you can throw together a gorgeous cheeseboard or appetizer snack tray to impress last minute or surprise guests!

If fighting the crowds isn't how you want to ring in the new year, you can host a successful New Year's Eve dinner party that strikes the right balance between elegance, comfort and fun.

As a broke, inexperienced, young twentysomething, preparing these little snacks says, “Hey, I’m trying to be a real-world human being. Appreciate my class. And don't worry, I have guac, too.”

Find summer solstice party ideas including decor, recipes, and flowers on domino. The domino editors share beautiful, bohemian ideas for your summer solstice party.

How To Prepare For Out Of Town Guests #guests #hostess #hostesswiththemostest via @feistylifemedia

Say goodbye to boring summer gatherings! This curated list of 20 unique summer entertaining ideas will help you plan fun, stylish, and unforgettable events for your friends and family.

Entertaining others in our home with great food and good company brings us so much joy. From planning the menu to cleaning up afterward, we truly enjoy the entire experience and we're sharing our best tips for hosting a stress-free dinner party that’s enjoyable for both you and your guests! #subzerowolfcove #ad #hostingtips #stressfreedinnerparty