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.

Our Community’s Best Fall Entertaining Tips

We know all kinds of ways to celebrate fall, from football tailgates to Oktoberfest bonfires. Steal these fall hosting tips...

Yeti’s New Beverage Tub Is the Ultimate Outdoor Hosting Essential for Fall

Yeti launched a new drink holder, and no, it’s not another cooler.

17 Recipes for an Italian Aperitivo Happy Hour

All you need for an Italian aperitivo at home: a few good drinks, some salty snacks and plenty of time...

This New Wine Chiller from BruMate Is Two Hosting Essentials in One

This 2-in-1 wine chiller and pitcher from BruMate is the perfect vessel for summer sangria.

7 Vibrant Mimosas, One for Every Color of the Rainbow

As much as we love a classic mimosa for brunch, it's also fun to switch it up. These pretty rainbow...

Our Community’s Best Summer Party Hosting Tips

Whether you're throwing a get-together for a summer holiday, a birthday, a graduation party or a simple backyard barbecue, follow...

30 Martini Recipes Worth Shaking Up

When you're in the mood for a cocktail, there are no better options than these martini recipes.

9 Types of Liqueurs You Need to Know

Here's everything you need to know about different types of liqueurs, including which ones shine in your favorite cocktails.

I’m Obsessed With This Coffee Carafe For Hosting, And It’s Only $30

The Cresimo Thermal Coffee carafe keeps coffee, tea, water and other beverages hot or cold for hours. It's perfect for...

Our Community’s Best Easter Hosting Tips

I asked our editors, Test Kitchen team, Bakeable members and Community Cooks for their best Easter hosting tips.

28 Tropical Drinks That Beg for a Little Cocktail Umbrella

These tropical drinks are just the thing when you're craving sunshine and a warm breeze! Find island-inspired classics and discover...

Here’s Everything You Need to Know About Hosting a Cookbook Club

Cookbook club is the new book club. Here's how to host your first gathering.

8 Simple Ways to Impress Your Guests This Holiday Season, Straight from ‘Taste of...

'Tis the season to break out all the stops.

20 Birthday Party Favors for Adults

We found plenty of party favors for adults that guests will love! Choose from homemade treats, drink gifts and thoughtful...

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...

How to Keep Your Backyard Barbecue Bug-Free This Summer

Tired of having pesky insects crash your backyard barbecues? We've got tips on how to keep bugs away—no chemicals required.

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...

How to Make a Charcuterie Board

A perfectly arranged spread of meat, cheese, crackers and condiments is irresistible at any gathering. Here's everything you need to...

The Perfect Home Bar Cart for Every Style

Consider your hunt for the ideal home bar cart over! We’ve rounded up our favorite bar carts for every style...

Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board

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

How to Plan a Stress-Free Christmas Cookie Exchange, Straight from a Pro

With our party planning guide, this year's swap will be flawless. Christmas cookie exchange expert Kelsey Shepard shares her top...

Margarita Pitcher

When the warm weather rolls around, treat yourself and a few friends to a tasty pitcher of margaritas.

Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Turkeys

We’ve all seen chocolate-covered strawberries, but what about chocolate-covered strawberry turkeys? Elevate your Thanksgiving table with this festive spin on...