planning a dinner party

Welcome to Party People, our new series about how to plan, throw, and attend parties properly—as told by folk who know how to get down like it’s their job (and for some, it actually is!). From entertaining extraordinaires […]

“A memorable table starts with memorable guests,” says event design mastermind Bronson van Wyck. “If you aren’t filling your table with the best people, it’s time to upgrade your guest list.” He may have a soft spot for […]

Nothing against the whole minimalism movement, but when it comes to hosting outdoor parties, we’re all about doing it to the max. More colors, more prints, more fun.  Our friends at Carolina Irving & Daughters (that would be […]

You don’t need a farm to throw a farm-to-table dinner party. Take it from our friend Peter Som, the award-winning fashion designer and culinary creator known for throwing delectable outdoor dinner parties at his Sag Harbor, NY summer […]

When it comes to good old-fashioned hospitality and finger-licking delicious cuisine, no place does it quite like the American South. So it’s only natural we’d want to include some of the South’s finest qualities into our next Thanksgiving […]

As with any transition time, the New Year is steeped in tradition no matter where you live. Whether you’re planning a quiet night at home with extended family, a trip with friends, or a night on the town […]

Dinner parties are a fun way to gather with friends and family, share some good food and drinks, and simply enjoy each other’s company. If you’re thinking of planning a dinner party but don’t know where to start, […]