A dear friend of mine from my Midwest era always threw great parties. They were a balance between casual and polished.
Her winning strategy was to invite guests to bring a dish, and she then provided a few favorites of her own. Because she was able to keep costs and hassles down with this format, she was able to host parties frequently.
Her invitations also included kids, which made it even easier to attend. It probably took her two shy cats a few days to recover, but my kids always had a blast – toys at someone else’s home are always more interesting than your own.
One dish that she frequently served was always a crowd favorite…Thai Chicken Satay. After begging her to share her recipe here at “Your home, only better”, she finally conceded. (Ok, so I only had to ask once…she’s a generous soul).
But of course, for a recipe to be shared in the “Entertaining Tips {for the rest of us} series, I had to try to make it myself before I could post it. I decided to try it for my in-laws who are visiting from Florida (am I NUTS?).
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This is the first post in a new series at YHOB. While a may seem a bit off topic, I think it’s something we can all related to. Afterall, our kitchen’s need to do more than just look good, right?
As I discover yummy AND easy recipes, I’ll share them here on YHOB. But I’ll do more than just parrot the recipe…I’ll explain it in SIMPLE terms w/any shortcuts I find built in. Now I’m no chef…I don’t even play one on TV. So if I can do this, so can you! And I won’t share any recipes that I haven’t tried myself!
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If you’re like me, sometimes the thought of throwing a formal dinner party for friends is overwhelming when you consider how hard it is just to get dinner on the table every night for your own family. But with the economy being what it is, dining in is becoming a much more attractive option to making a reservation!
It’s time to check those insecurities at the door, and get busy! Even if you are not a seasoned chef (pardon the pun), you can create a fun, warm evening for you and your friends. All you need is food, friends, and ambiance. In other words, if I can do it, so can you! It doesn’t have to be perfect, just sincere. So let’s take the stress out of it, and HAVE FUN!
Tips to defuse dinner party stress
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