5 Tips for Entertaining this Holiday Season

5 Tips for Hosting this Holiday Season

Feeling in the holiday spirit?  Want to share your good cheer? It’s not too late to pull together a holiday party!   This is the best time of year to gather with family and friends to enjoy some good food and great times.  Holiday hosting doesn’t have to be a huge undertaking!  Here are 5 tips for hosting a party this holiday season.

5 Tips to Hosting a Holiday Party

Party Planning 101 

Even though it may seem like we just stepped off the boat and our tan lines are still lingering, fall is upon us and the holidays are right around the corner. The thought may be a little overwhelming but we’re here to help. Opening your house to friends, family, and even the in-laws can send the brain into overdrive. One way to ensure a stress-free holiday party is to plan well in advance. Below are 5 tips to hosting a holiday party.

1. Determine what kind of party you will be throwing.
   Is it a sit-down dinner or a cocktail party? Formal or casual? Determining what kind of party you’re throwing will set the tone for the rest of your party planning. If you’re providing a full-blown dinner, buffets make it a littler easier. You’re able to get the food out quickly and keep them warm while your guests help themselves. If you go with a cocktail party, stock the bar and prepare hors d’oeuvres ahead of time to keep your night stress-free.