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Entertaining 101

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  • A Fun Way for Food Loving Friends to Get Together
    How to organize a supper club with your friends. All about choosing a supper club theme, schedule, location, and dividing expenses.
  • Dos and Don'ts for Your Next Summer Gathering
    Here are a few tips that can take the stress out of entertaining, along with a great summer recipe from Paula Dean to serve as the centerpiece of your party menu.
  • Your Invitation Sets the Tone for Your Party
    How to make sure your invitation expresses both the mood and the details for your party. Advice on how to choose the style and the important facts you need to include in your invitation.
  • Use This Table to Have Fun and Show-Off Your Style
    Use these etiquette rules for setting the table for a casual meal. This advice on how to add your creativity and style to this table will come in handy for your next dinner party.
  • Where to Place All of the Plates, Glasses and Utensils for a Formal Dinner
    Know what to do the next time you are faced with setting a formal table. Learn the rules of etiquette for setting the table for a formal meal. Includes placement instructions for plates, glassware, and utensils.
  • It Can Be Done! Here's How.
    Does it sometimes seem like entertaining is more work than it's worth? It doesn't have to be when you take our advice on how to sit back, smile and enjoy your own party for a change.
  • Great Planning Leads to Great Parties
    All of the steps you'll need to follow to create a timetable for hosting a dinner party. This includes planning your menu, organizing your decorations, shopping for the food, managing your cooking and cleaning, and preparing yourself for your party.