Entertaining & Hosting

Whether you’re hosting a huge bash or a casual dinner party, you want to get it right—and you will, thanks to our entertaining and hosting ideas. But be warned, friends and family may never want to leave.

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The Best 4th of July Games to Play with Your Family

Keep things hopping with these 4th of July games the entire family will enjoy.

How to Host a Stress-Free Backyard Barbecue

Summertime means entertaining outdoors—a lot. These tips for hosting a backyard barbecue include what food and drinks to serve, plus...


We Tried Caroline’s Cakes, and It Made Birthday Celebrating Easy

Our editors tried Caroline’s Cakes, a mail-order company that sells handmade cakes from South Carolina. Here’s what they...


Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board

Give your guests yet another thing to be grateful for this year by making this beautiful Thanksgiving charcuterie board.


The Best Modular Sectionals for Movie Nights [Tested and Reviewed]

Fire up the projector and grab a bowl of popcorn! According to our tests, these are the best modular sectional...


Stay Cool This Summer with the 11 Best Inflatable Pools on Amazon

Find the Amazon inflatable pool of your summer backyard dreams with these customer-favorite picks.

How to Host a Soup Exchange

Curious about a soup exchange? We'll walk you through every step of the hosting process.


8 Creative Ideas for Valentine’s Day Table Decorations

Planning a special dinner for your beau? Here are eight ways to make the Valentine's Day table decorations memorable.


How to Plan a Galentine’s Day Party

This February 13th, make your girls feel special by throwing a Galentine's Day party that celebrates your cherished friendship.


7 Ways to Decorate Mini Champagne Bottles

Pop! Fizz! Clink! We love to celebrate with a bottle of bubbly. Share the love and the festive spirit with...

30 Best Mocktail Recipes and Creative Nonalcoholic Cocktails Blast

Versatility is the name of the game with these mocktail recipes. Our collection of nonalcoholic cocktails includes everything from summery...


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Funeral Potatoes

Don't let the melancholy name fool you! Funeral potatoes are really just a cheesy potato casserole with cornflakes. The creamy...


Paloma

The paloma is a popular Mexican cocktail starring smooth tequila and sweet-tart grapefruit soda. This simple recipe makes a citrusy...


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King Cake Recipe

Here is the story behind this lucky dessert—and a guide on how to make king cake from scratch.