From elegant holiday dinner parties to casual wine tasting with friends, these dinner party ideas will help you create an unforgettable experience for your party guests.
Dinner party ideas are so much fun to plan because it means that you’re planning an event with some of your favorite people and a ton of great food! From planning your tablescape to hosting a fun wine tasting party, you’ll find so many resources in this article to help you plan your next gathering.
How to Host a Summer Rosé Tasting Party
Gather your girlfriends together and host a summer rosé tasting party! Yes, way, rosé! Enjoy a late-summer evening with your girlfriends by hosting a stellar outdoor rosé tasting party. I’ll walk you through how to plan your menu, design your tablescape, pick out your rosé, and add in extra details that will create a fun, unforgettable evening for your guests.
Outdoor Party Tablescape
Learn how to create the perfect outdoor party tablescape with just a few easy tips! Outdoor gatherings, capped off by a dining experience at dusk, can be the ultimate way to enjoy an evening … but it’s also the way to make a statement to your guests about who you are and how you project your taste and preferences.
Tips for Hosting an Outdoor Friendsgiving
Let me help take the stress out of hosting with these tips for hosting an outdoor Friendsgiving!
Holiday Dinner Resources
- Thanksgiving Recipes – a full collection of Thanksgiving recipes to plan your holiday dinner
- Easter Menu Meal Plan – a printable meal planner for Easter dinner
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Dinner Party FAQs
Should you have a dinner party inside or outside?
If the weather is nice, having a dinner party outdoors can be great. If not, set up a space inside instead.
How many courses are served during a party?
You can have anywhere from 2-4 courses at a dinner party. It just depends if you want to have a dessert at the end or just stick to food that is hearty and delicious.
How many people should you invite to a dinner party?
The point of a dinner party is to have your friends over but be certain that it’s small enough to be able to enjoy and talk to them as well. Anywhere from 4-8 people is a great size for a small dinner party.