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How to Prepare a Dinner Party in Under an Hour
The enchanting world of photographer and artist Erin Gleeson exists somewhere between this reality and that of a fairytale tea party. In The Forest Feast (Stewart Tabori and Chang, 2014), Gleeson’s...
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Kitchen Trends We Never Want to See Again
If you are to dine well, the space where you make and break bread matters. So we beg of you, don’t fall victim to the following overdone, outdated and woefully impractical trends. Some are clear...
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The 10 Most Bizarre Cocktail Names
Delicious, hilarious and sometimes blush-worthy, these cocktails and mixed drinks add an extra dose of fun (and bewilderment for eavesdropping bar patrons) to your next drink order. You can try these...
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15 Deep Cut Cookbook Recommendations
There are cookbook lovers, and then there are enthusiasts. German artist Florian Bohm and art director Annahita Kamali subscribe to the latter. Today, the duo released Cookbook Book (Phaidon, 2014) a...
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How to Set a Thanksgiving Table
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, chances are your tablescape plans need tending to. In the following tips and inspirations, find the right balance between formal and homey according to your...
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The Best Holiday Table Moments in Film
Ready to settle into a holiday movie marathon? We certainly are—and we’ll be bringing the snacks, and perhaps a full dinner. See our favorite cinema-inspired recipes below, each paired with a classic...
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Holiday Cocktail Party Survival Guide
If you are the brave host who agreed to have a holiday party this year, please, take a moment and breathe. Your to-do list may be a mile long, but this will be fun. For both you and your...
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Holiday Kitchen-Inspired Wreaths
You may be in the seemingly endless midst of baking casseroles and sugar cookies, but give that holiday cooking a short rest and make time to get your crafting on. The following kitchen-inspired...
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How to Host a Successful Holiday Dinner Party
The invites have been sent and the guest list set—your holiday dinner party is happening. And the last thing you should do during the most wonderful time of the year is lose your head over the event’s...
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How to Correctly Hold Your Drink
The way you carry yourself in social situations says a whole lot about your confidence and intelligence—the same can be said about the way you carry a drink. Whether you realize it or not, clutching a...
View Article10 Must-Haves for a Game of Thrones Feast
Winter is coming... Gear up for the best GOT premiere party Westeros has ever seen.
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How to Stack and Crumb Coat a Layered Cake
What’s the key to avoiding lumpy, crumby frosting? Icing your cake with an expert crumb coat before you go all Ace-of-Cakes on your creation. Staying true to its namesake, the crumb coat is a thin base...
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7 Fresh Summer Party Ideas
This article from Pure Wow was reprinted with permission and originally appeared as Fete Refresh: 7 New Ways to Throw a Summer Party. If you’re anything like us (and we think you are), you love a good...
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Best Wine Pairings for Classic Pasta Recipes
Pasta can be an essentially neutral base for a meal, with all its appealing multitude of flavors derived from the sauces that are used with it. Rich red meat sauces, smooth creamy sauces, as well as...
View ArticleThe Fastest Way to Chill a Bottle of Wine
Picture it: It’s a beautiful, relaxing evening, and you receive a text from friends—“We’re in the neighborhood. Mind if we pop by?” Of course you want your pal to come over, but—gasp—you don’t have any...
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Angostura and Beyond: Beginner’s Guide to Cocktail Bitters
A Brief History Cocktail bitters are becoming more and more commonplace in at-home bar setups—but, surprise! Bitters were actually originally formulated for medicinal purposes. Physicians in the 1700s...
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Three New Takes on the Classic Margarita
A classic margarita is great go-to, but when it comes to tequila, it’s always fun to play around with new takes. Experimenting with three different premium tequilas by Partida, each aged to a different...
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Cocktails for a Crowd: Mix n’ Match Tom Collins Bar
Making cocktails for a crowd? Consider this build-your-own cocktail idea, a simple spin on the classic Tom Collins. Set up a drink-making station with fresh citrus, a variety of herb-infused simple...
View ArticleKitchen Hacks: How to Get Rid of Weird Kitchen Smells
The good news: The fish and chips you cooked last night was a huge hit. The not-so-good news: Your kitchen smells like the alley behind your favorite sushi restaurant the day before garbage collection....
View ArticleSkewer It! 12 Ways to Serve Dinner on a Stick
Twelve skewer recipes that serve easy prep, stunning presentation, and quick clean-up.
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How to Create a Perfect Cheese Plate for $25
Great news for budget-conscious hobby hostesses. Our friends at Pure Wow have assembled a handy infographic for throwing together a gorgeous cheese board on the fly—for a mere $25. More hosting tips...
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Tips and Inspiration for Your Holiday Cheese Board
It’s harvest season, folks, and we’re coasting right into the holidays. It’s time for rich flavors, unexpected pairings and elegant displays—and there’s no better way to savor the flavors of the season...
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5 Next-Level Cheesy Appetizer Recipes
PARMESAN-PEPPER CRISPS On a parchment-lined baking sheet, mound 1 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese in a 3-inch round. Season with freshly ground black pepper. Repeat as desired, leaving about 1/2 inch...
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7 Easy Puff Pastry Appetizer Recipes
This article from Pure Wow was republished with permission. It originally appeared as 7 Party Appetizers to Make with Puffy Pastry. Whether you’re hosting or attending on the party circuit,...
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Popular on Pinterest: Top 10 Most Pinned Crock Pot Dip Recipes
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View Article10 Very Different Takes on Spinach Dip
Spinach dip. It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, and frankly, it’s a must for any finger food-friendly occasion. But that doesn’t mean that it must be predictable. We’ve gathered up 10 easy twists on the...
View Article10 Genius Ways to Use Your Ice Cube Tray
Time to open the freezer and break out the old ice trays, because we’ve got 10 of the most buzzed-about ways you can get creative with those cubes.
View ArticleYou Guide to Party-Perfect Crostini
Crostini is just another name for slices of bread that have been brushed with oil and baked until golden brown. They make for an endless variety of near-instant hors d’oeuvres. Just spoon on your pick...
View Article10 Self-Serve Food and Drink Stations Your Guests Will LOVE
Whether you’re hosting a full-blown reception or a casual brunch with friends, self-serve stations are your new best friend. These trendy bar setups make for a great focal centerpiece—and a simple,...
View Article10 Asparagus Appetizer Recipes
Awesome asparagus appetizers—try saying that three times fast! From flaky tarts to savory dips, we’ve got the best asparagus recipes for all your spring entertaining needs.
View Article10 Mexican-Inspired Dip Recipes for Your Next Fiesta
Cinco De Mayo’s just around the corner, and there’s no better way to round out your celebration than PLENTY of Mexican-inspired nibbles. It just so happens that these easy dip recipes pair perfectly...
View Article10 BBQ Classics You Can Make in Your Slow Cooker
There’s nothing better than gathering the crew around for some good barbecue—that is, unless you’re left with all the food prep. Save yourself some time and effort with these easy slow cooker recipes...
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15 Creative Ways to Upgrade Your Summer Cocktail Occasion
Summer is prime season for taking cocktail hour outside—long days full of sunshine, and warm temps just begging to be iced down with a cool sip of something sweet. Make your next occasion the toast of...
View ArticleIce Cube Tray Hacks
Discover some brilliant new ways to use ice cube trays in your kitchen!
View ArticleWatermelon Pomegranate Sangria
Watermelon and pomegranate juice give a brilliant color to this sangria and the watermelon cubes absorb the brandy and wine to give you a little boost after a long week at work.
View ArticleSpiked Watermelon Balls
This cocktail or appetizer can bring out the best in any party. A mixture or rum, lime juice, sugar and of course watermelon, this will have your guests talking!
View ArticleNachos with Homemade Cheese Dip
Forego the dip from a jar and whip up this simple, but delicious cheese dip with a kick!
View ArticleOne Spray Paint Can: 10 DIY Holiday Decor Ideas
Easily transform household items, fresh produce, even fallen leaves and branches from the backyard into stunning holiday decor—all you need is a can of metallic (or metallic glitter) spray paint.
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Simplify Your Hosting Style: Expert Tips, Seasonal Recipes and More
The holiday season is upon us, and it’s never been easier to get swept away in dreams of a hosting a bigger, better party than last year’s, but it’s true what “they” say. Sometimes less is more. With...
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12 Insanely Cool Thanksgiving DIYs for the Kids’ Table
Thanksgiving is right around the corner! Our best advice? Don’t neglect the kids’ table. These crafts, place cards, games and more will help to keep kiddos content through the entirety of your Turkey...
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5 Easy Thanksgiving Recipes for a Complete Holiday Spread
Daunted by the idea of taking the lead on holiday festivities? Don’t be. Hosting doesn’t have to be a chore, and neither does prepping a full holiday spread on your own, from start to finish. We’re...
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Tips and Recipes for Hosting a Holiday Cookie Swap
‘Tis the season! We’re talking about cookie swap season—and this year, we’re not messing around. For the holidays, Valerie Bertinelli’s teaming up with Beringer Main & Vine to share her favorite...
View ArticleGrilled Margarita
Discover the secret to the subtle, smoky flavor of these delicious margaritas.
View Article10 Ways to Make Eggs in Your Sheet Pan
Breakfast pizza, quiche, big-batch scrambled eggs—you can make ’em all right on your trusty 9×13 baking sheet. These 10 recipes are perfect for feeding a crowd, or for prepping meals for the week to...
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10 Sheet Cakes for Cookout Season
The no-fuss nature of the sheet cake makes it an ideal choice for potlucks, picnics and cookouts. Easy to prep, store, transport AND serve—these 10 cakes will see you through an entire season of...
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5 Refreshing Tequila Cocktail Recipes
Say Salud! with these five refreshing tequila cocktails, perfect for spring and summer entertaining. El Gavilan This is a variation on the classic Mexican cocktail, the Paloma. In México, there’s a...
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15 Chic DIY Ideas for the Summer Cookout Circuit
Marked by long days and warm nights, summer was practically made for outdoor entertaining! Ditch the red, white and blue carnations, and upgrade your event with these creative DIY ideas for a classy...
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How to Assemble a Summer Cheese Board
A picnic in the park, an easy-but-elegant appetizer or a relaxed dinner for two at home—whether you’re entertaining or enjoying a night in, a hearty spread adorned with cheeses, cured meats and...
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6 Potluck-Perfect Rice Salads
Rice is packed with satisfying texture; it’s versatile; it’s easy to prepare—and it’s budget-friendly to boot. These six rice-based salad recipes are perfect for toting to picnics, potlucks and...
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Homemade Ice Cream Sandwiches 10 Easy Ways
There’s hardly a frozen treat more satisfying than an ice cream sandwich. Whether you prefer the homemade route or store-bought shortcuts, these are 10 sweet treats you’ll want to try before summer...
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