Want to know what drives me crazy? Guests who arrive early for a party, even…
Advice for That Age-Old Ritual of Civilization, The Wedding Shower
I always bring a tissue to weddings, because I know I’ll need it. Even if…
Dinner Parties for Introverts
Hey, you. Psssst. You over there in the corner, avoiding eye contact. Yes, you, Mr.…
Tips and Tricks for No-Fuss Outdoor Entertaining
It’s outside party time! Huzzah! Normally my husband and I would be enthusiastically gearing up…
Our Ace of Entertaining Provides The Thinking Woman’s Guide to Girls’ Nights
In biblical times, each village had a red tent where women sought refuge during…
Our Maven of Entertaining Shares Best Practices For “Bringing Something”
Want to annoy your party host? Volunteer to bring an appetizer. Choose one that…
Cooking for a Dinner Party is Not Such a Big Deal When You’ve Got the Perfect Recipe
I remember the first real dinner party I ever gave, when my husband and I were…
How to Leave a Party with Grace
I can’t party like I useta could. It wasn’t so very long ago friends gave me…
Our Diva of Dinner Parties Addresses the Tricky Art of Feeding the Multitudes
On a wintry night a long time ago, my husband and I went to a…