There are 3 main things that a beginner needs to concentrate on when entertaining family and friends.
1. The tone you set for your gathering as host.
2. The food
3. The table
All of the other bells and whistles of entertaining can be added and learned along the way as you gain some experience. But I would like to encourage you that you can host successful entertaining if you concentrate on the three basics above. You can create wonderful memories and connect with family and friends in a very effective way.
There is nothing wrong with meeting your friends in restaurants and that definitely has it’s place in our busy lives. But if you are doing that exclusively you are missing out. Socializing only in restaurants and happy hours is not quite the same as being invited into some one’s home. No big crowds, no waiting in long lines, no expensive bills. Just a chance to slow down in an intimate gathering with warm hospitality and good food. This is the gift you give to others when you host at-home entertaining.
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