Dinner Parties
Articles about planning and hosting dinner parties for various occasions and budgets. Topics include menu planning, wine selection, table settings and accommodating dietary requirements.
A Stress Free Dinner Party
Host a dinner party you'll actually enjoy by planning ahead, keeping things casual, and skipping the perfectionist stress.
A Wine Buying Guide
Pick a bottle by region, ignore the label design, and learn which wines come from where to serve your guests something actually good.
Catering for Food Intolerances or Allergies
How to safely cater for guests with food allergies and intolerances, from checking dietary needs to preventing cross-contamination.
Conversation Do's and Don'ts
Simple techniques to help you start conversations and handle social gatherings without the anxiety.
Easy Menu Ideas
Skip the fancy cooking when hosting friends and try these simple menu ideas that actually work.
Entertainment Ideas for Dinner Parties
Give your dinner parties a boost with themed nights like girls' nights in and Latin dance parties that actually engage your guests.
Great Budget Wine Ideas
Quality wine doesn't have to break the bank—here's where to find excellent bottles for under £10.
Guests with Special Dietary Requirements
How to handle vegetarian, vegan, diabetic and other special dietary needs when hosting guests at dinner.
Hold a Greek Themed Dinner Party
Bring Greece to your dinner table with traditional wine, appetizers and main dishes that transport your guests to the Mediterranean.
Holding a James Bond Party Night
Turn your party into a glamourous James Bond night with casino tables, signature martinis, and tips for pulling off the theme.
Host a Dinner Party for Single Friends
Throw a dinner party for your single friends without the stress, here's how to pull it off and actually have fun.
Hosting Your First Dinner Party
Plan a stress-free first dinner party by keeping your menu simple, realistic, and focused on fresh flavors that impress guests.
How to Avoid Poisoning Your Guests!
Keep your dinner party from becoming a food poisoning disaster with these simple handling and cooking safety tips.
Keep the Peace When Entertaining Family
Handle family feuds before they derail your party with these practical tips for keeping the peace at gatherings.
Mixing Different Age Groups at Parties
When you're hosting a multi-age party, make sure everyone has something to do by mixing activities that appeal to kids, adults and older guests.
Party Food on a Budget
Throw a dinner party without breaking the bank by planning your budget, keeping your menu simple, and focusing on cheap filling ingredients.
Setting the Table
Set your dinner table with confidence using practical rules that work for any occasion, from casual to formal.
The Last Minute Dinner Party
Pull together an impressive last-minute dinner party with simple supermarket finds and realistic cooking, even if you're not confident in the kitchen.
The Singles Dinner Party
Host a singles dinner party and play matchmaker with your friends for a fun night that might spark some romance.
The Themed Dinner Party
Throw a themed dinner party that's fun instead of stressful, with ideas ranging from 70s Austin Powers to medieval feasts.
The Vegetarian Dinner Party
Hosting a vegetarian dinner party doesn't have to be stressful—here's how to impress your guests with flavorful, satisfying meals.