"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." So, you're throwing a dinner party. Whether you're hosting people for a special occasion like a birthday, ...

There's something almost magical about being included in a dinner party where the host is gracious, the food is plentiful and enticing, and the company is warm and convivial. While the best hosts make ...

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You likely have been to countless holiday dinners, starting before you could even remember. As you grow older, relatives, close friends and coworkers have hosted dinners of their own, impressing you ...

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Over time, I’ve learned a few things about myself as a host. One is that, for right now, eight people around a table — my ...