An Entertainment Guide
Practical advice for hosting guests and organizing social occasions at home. Topics include party planning, etiquette, budgeting, dress codes, and handling various entertainment scenarios.
A Crash Course in Hosting
Get practical tips for hosting your first dinner or drinks party without the stress and keep your guests happy.
Added Extras That Make Your Dinner Party Different
Simple touches like thoughtful menu planning and proper plating can turn a casual dinner party into something guests actually remember.
All About Dress Codes
Confused about dress codes? Here's what smart casual actually means and how to avoid wearing the wrong thing to events.
Choosing Caterers for Different Types of Events
How to pick the right caterer for your event based on food style, dietary needs and service setup.
Choosing the Right Performers
How to pick the right entertainer for your event based on your goals and guest experience.
Entertain Unexpected Guests
Keep unexpected guests happy without stress by stocking pantry staples and serving simple finger foods and drinks.
Entertain Your Boss or Colleagues
Stop stressing about hosting your boss or colleagues—here's how to pull off a dinner party without the anxiety.
Entertainment Etiquette Explained
Good manners and thoughtful planning make any social gathering more enjoyable for everyone involved.
Entertainment Ideas for a First Date
Take the stress out of planning a first date with activity ideas that keep things fun and pressure-free.
Games to Play at a Dinner Party
Break the silence at your dinner party with fun games that get guests talking and laughing together.
Holding a Themed Event
Pick a theme that matches your event and guests, then decide how far to take it based on your budget and style.
Holding an Event in Another Venue Not Your Home
Renting a venue for your event means you won't have to worry about your home getting damaged or spend hours cleaning up afterward.
How to Be a Good Party Guest
Show up on time, RSVP promptly, and offer to help, simple ways to be the guest hosts actually want at their parties.
How to Deal with Difficult Guests
Practical tips for handling party bores, troublemakers, and flirts so your gatherings stay enjoyable.
Innovative Ways to Entertain Clients
Go beyond golf with these fresh client entertainment ideas from tastings to sailing and spa days.
Keep to a Budget When Entertaining
Host dinner without breaking the bank by planning ahead, using what you have, and keeping your guest list realistic.
Lazy Entertaining Ideas
Host friends and family without the stress using these low-effort entertaining ideas that let guests do the work.
Open House Dining and Secret Restaurants
Home cooks are opening their doors to strangers for intimate dinner parties where guests pay to eat extraordinary food and make new friends.
Planning a Party: Top Ten Rules
Host a better party by following these ten fundamental rules that'll make planning easier and your guests happier.
Throw a Golf Lovers' Party
Host a golf-themed party with costume ideas, food inspired by the course, and tips for timing it around major tournaments.
Throw the Perfect Divorce Party
Plan a divorce party that celebrates your fresh start with practical tips for timing, guest expectations, and hosting a memorable event.