{"id":24304,"date":"2022-12-26T00:58:15","date_gmt":"2022-12-26T08:58:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.edelalon.com\/blog\/?p=24304"},"modified":"2022-12-26T21:05:07","modified_gmt":"2022-12-27T05:05:07","slug":"how-to-host-a-phenomenal-dinner-party","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.edelalon.com\/blog\/how-to-host-a-phenomenal-dinner-party\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Host A Phenomenal Dinner Party"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Whether you\u2019re looking to welcome the new year in style or\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edelalon.com\/blog\/2022\/04\/4-simple-tips-on-hosting-the-best-birthday-bash-of-the-year\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">celebrate your birthday<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, there are many reasons why you might plan a dinner party. After all:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Dinner parties are a great way to reconnect with old friends and family members.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Dinner parties give you a chance to show off both your lovely home and your<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edelalon.com\/blog\/2021\/03\/8-techniques-to-improve-your-cooking-skills\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0cooking skills.<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Dinner parties are often less expensive than other social outings, meaning they\u2019re a great choice for those on a\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edelalon.com\/blog\/2022\/04\/these-tips-will-help-you-to-throw-a-party-on-a-budget\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">budget<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">With that in mind, here are some simple tips that you can use to become a pro host and throw a phenomenal dinner party!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Choose a theme<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Choosing a\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.paperlesspost.com\/blog\/unique-dinner-party-themes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">unique theme for your dinner party i<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">s a great way to turn a regular old dinner into something exciting. After all, it means you can be more creative with your drinks, food and decor &#8211; and even give your guests the chance to dress up! There are simply\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">thousands<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0of themes to choose from, whether you\u2019re opting for something quirky, such as \u201cBreakfast for Dinner\u201d (where guests can wear their PJs) or something more sophisticated, such as a murder mystery dinner party!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Send out invites early<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Sending out invites to your guests is not only a nicer touch than simply sending a text, but it can also be incredibly useful when it comes to the planning and organising stage of your dinner party. After all, it means you know in advance how many people you will be cooking for and whether or not they have any specific dietary requirements to follow.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Cook up a storm<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">No matter how good of a host you may be, the star of the evening should always be the food! As such, you should practice your chosen dishes a few times before the big event to ensure that you\u2019re going to cook up a storm. If you aren\u2019t sure where to start, choose simplistic yet tasty dishes, as these have the best chance of keeping everyone happy. For example, you could follow this delicious\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/ministryofcurry.com\/madras-lentils-daal-makhani-instant-pot\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">dal makhani recipe<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0&#8211; which will serve as a great way to introduce your guests to north Indian comfort food!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Plan some activities<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Keeping your guests entertained between courses or after eating is also important, especially if you want to keep the party going all night long. Playing some games or planning some activities is a great way to go about this, especially if guests are meeting each other for the first time and need some help breaking the ice. For example, you could play games such as\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/forbetterforworse.co.uk\/blog\/p\/mr-and-mrs-quiz-questions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Mr &amp; Mrs.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Don\u2019t forget about the drinks<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Cocktails (and mocktails) are great crowd-pleasers at any event but are a truly great way to \u2018wow\u2019 your guests at a dinner party. For example, this\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edelalon.com\/blog\/2020\/08\/watermelon-sake-cocktail\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Watermelon Sake Cocktail<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> is not only the perfect way to quench their thirst but could also make a great centerpiece. Alternatively, you could learn how to make some more simplistic cocktails (and mocktails) and hand them out as your guests arrive &#8211; after all, there\u2019s no warmer welcome than that!\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Finally, don\u2019t forget to have fun! At the end of the day, hosting a dinner party is all about having a good time and enjoying yourself. Make sure that you take some time to enjoy the evening with your guests and remember &#8211; it\u2019s not always about how perfect it is but more about spending quality time with those you love! With these tips, your next dinner party is sure to be a hit!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you\u2019re looking to welcome the new year in style or\u00a0celebrate your birthday, there are many reasons why you might plan a dinner party. 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