Dinner party pro tips for the holidays
Throwing a dinner party? Here are pro tips that go beyond 'have an extra bag of ice'!Stephen Lovekin
Allow 30-45 minutes between your scheduled dinner time and the time you sit down to eat.Alexander Tamargo
If you don't allow shoes in your home, provide racks to keep guests from stumbling over footwear as they come in the front door.Dan Kitwood
Check for food allergies or diet restrictions before you plan your menu.Kris Connor
Make sure your entree isn't too easy to eat! You don't want guests to speed through their meal.Frederick M. Brown
Do you have enough seating? Make sure the chairs have backs and they're well-padded so your guests are comfortable.Matthias Nareyek
Don't try new dishes. Stick with crowd pleasers you know how to make.Stephen Lovekin
Start a fire! If it's too warm to use your fireplace, candles can give life to your decor.Charley Gallay
Have a pot of decaf ready for guests who want coffee after dinner.Joe Raedle