Every Dish You Need for a Perfect Dinner Party
28 menu ideas, from apps to dessert.
Gatherings
Music on. Glasses clink. Conversation flows. Community is at the heart of our gatherings, and intentionality is key. Here we cover all elements of hosting a great party without the stress, while tapping our favorite tastemakers to share the unique ways they host at home.
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All Your Summer Entertaining Questions, Answered
You’ve got this.
A Backyard Lunch With Camilla Marcus—and Her Approach to Intentional Cooking
Plus, what she keeps in her zero-waste kitchen (and what she never buys).
The Art of the Effortless Summer Picnic
Your ultimate picnic packing list for every al fresco occasion.
How to Plan a Romance Novel Book Swap You and Your Girls Will Love
Just in time for Galentine’s!
Why Dinnertime Rituals Matter—and 4 Small Ways to Bring More Intention to the Table
Bring presence (and peace) back to your evenings.
The Ultimate Thanksgiving Checklist for a Stress-Free Feast
Don’t break a sweat.
Hosting for the Holidays? Here’s a Stress-Free Guide to Prepping Your Home
So you can enjoy the festivities, too.
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Recycled Glass Petite Goblets, Set of 4
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A Morning in the Garden With Sabrina Rudin
On friendship, a debut cookbook, and the kind of food that creates connection.
A Pie Baking Party Is the Fall Tradition You’ll Actually Keep
The coziest way to spend an afternoon.
How Monthly Dinner Parties Taught Me to Slow Down and Savor
Because hosting isn’t just for the holidays.
The Soup Party Is the New Dinner Party—Here’s How to Host One
One pot, endless possibilities.
A Summer Dinner Inspired By Spain, With Designer Olivia Joffrey
It speaks to all the senses.
I’ve Thrown Countless Outdoor Parties—Here Are My Secrets to Keeping it Easy
Everything tastes better outside.
“Relaxed, At Ease, A Gusto”—For Aran Goyoaga, the Best Gatherings Are All About Feeling
Spicy conversation helps, too.
This One Pot Pasta Will Help You Discover the Beauty of Simple Meals
Seasonally delicious.
Dinner Party Dreams, Made—Olivia Muniak is an Expert in Laid-Back Entertaining
These are her secrets.
A Magic Hour Gathering in Santa Barbara with Jessie and Brian De Lowe
Farm-to-table paradise.
Prepare Your Pinterest Boards: A Food Stylist Hosts the Spring Happy Hour of Our Dreams
Ashleigh Amoroso makes it look easy.
Slow Living and Straight-From-The-Garden Meals Are This Family’s Secrets to Joyful Gatherings
The Grit and Polish proves: a slow(ish) life is a happy life.
“Inspired, Curious, and Playful”—An Evening at Elle’s Boutique Engages All the Senses
Eggnog spiked with intimate conversation.
From Games to Recipes, Consider This Your Go-To Guide for Throwing the Best Friendsmas Party Ever
Gather around—it’s time to party.