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Party Accessory: Fingerfood Plates from FRED

Entertaining season has begun, and therefore it's also time for finger food. Well, here's what every well-dressed partygoer will be wearing this season....

Free Downloadable Party Cup Wrappers

When throwing a party, cups can be used for more than just beverages. They can hold candies or sweets, starters or even candles on your tabletop. We came across this cute little downloadable wrapp...

Proper Etiquette: Can You Kick Guests Out of the Kitchen?

A couple months ago our friends at CHOW asked for your help on a question of etiquette (it was all about saying no politely). Here's another question of kitchen etiquette from CHOW; they (and we!) wou...

Cocktail Party Tip: Do One Passed Appetizer

We're starting to think about holiday entertaining, and for us, that means appetizers. Our hors d'oeuvre tables are usually filled with cheese, bread, olives and other no-fuss nibbles, but we like to ...

Fun Entertaining: Chalkboard Tablecloths

Children's art canvas by day; edgy modern party accessory by night! We saw these chalkboard tablecloths and immediately saw their potential in party situations. Imagine a wine tasting with the names o...

The Ultimate Halloween Party Roundup: Menus, Party Ideas, and Inspiration from Around the Web

Maybe it's because Halloween falls on a Saturday night, or maybe it's the gloomy economy. Whichever it is, everyone seems to be in a spooky Halloween spirit this year! There is a lot of fabulous ins...

Three Fabulous and Elegant Beverage Dispensers

We recently engaged in a fruitless and exasperating search for good-looking, reasonably priced beverage dispensers. Too bad we didn't see these then. ...

What's a Great Appetizer for a Halloween Party?
Good Questions

Q: I need to bring an appetizer to a Halloween party. I have seen a lot of recipes for desserts, but I need something savory and spooky. Any suggestions? Sent by Hilary...

Autumn Dinner Party Menu: A Polenta Bar!

We're drawing our unofficial Polenta Day to a close with a look at our new favorite menu for a delicious and easy dinner party: a polenta bar! ...

Look! A Semi-Circular Kitchen Island

Last spring Sunset ran a project that invited readers to vote on and help design a dream kitchen. The whole kitchen has been built since then, and contrary to what might be expected from a design-by-c...

Easy Appetizer: Stuffed Figs with Honey-Balsamic Syrup

I can't take credit for this one. My dad made these figs. But I will certainly make them soon, because they were so delicious and so easy. And in case you're thinking, "Ah, figs, cheese, nuts... been ...

Do You Have a Great Recipe for Spiked Hot Apple Cider?
Good Questions

Q: A friend is throwing an autumn party full of wonderful treats and drinks. My contribution is to be a boozy hot apple cider. However, none of the recipes I can find really tickle my fancy. Any tri...

10 Best Uses for Your Toaster Oven

We often get questions about cooking in small spaces. While recommending another appliance might not seem like the logical answer, a counter-top oven is actually a great solution for energy-conscious,...

Tell Us: What Fall Foods Do You Use for Decoration?

Pumpkins are a natural, of course, and gourds and squash hold up nicely on a dining room table or mantle for several weeks. Anyone got anything quirky or different to share? ...

Birthday Cake Two Ways

To celebrate our daughter turning three, we had a feast with friends and family. She requested lobster, corn and beans and so lobster, corn and beans it was. More on that fiasco another time. What I w...

Gourmet Munching: 5 Spicy, Sweet, and Simple Nuts

We usually talk about batches of nuts around the holidays. They make good gifts, and they're perfect for setting in bowls around the house during a party. But why not snack on them year-round? They'...

Autumn Place Settings: Napkin Rings Made from Felt

Earlier this week over at Apartment Therapy, we featured the home of Jason Loper in northern Chicago. We couldn't help but swoon over his adorable fall place settings, made out of felt. Don't they jus...

What's Your Favorite Special Occasion Dish?

When you're celebrating a holiday or some good news, what is your favorite dish to make? You know, that special thing that you only cook once in a while. Do you use a regular standby, or do you us...

What Should I Serve at My October Housewarming Party?
Good Questions

Q: I'm having a housewarming party in late October and would love some suggestions on a few "main dish" items that go with a Fall theme. I'm already planning to do some homemade hot spiced cider, cara...

Warm Up the Table: 8 Beautiful Votive Candleholders

Candles. Cheaper than flowers, reusable, and easy to light for a weeknight meal, whether or not you're trying to impress your dining companions. We love flowers, too, but it's getting to be slim pic...

Centerpiece Inspiration: What's On Your Table?

Do you like to keep something pretty on your table while serving weeknight meals? How about during dinner parties? Do you break out fresh flowers and candles? Or do you keep it simple, letting the foo...

Party Treat: Mini-Sized Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats

A couple days ago we told you how much we love little paper soufflé cups for all manner of party tasks and treats. Here's our latest use for them: individual balls of peanut butter rice krispie...

Help! I Need To Feed 70 People. What Should I Cook?
Good Questions

Q: I'm a college student who just recently volunteered to cook dinner for my sorority's annual dinner party. I'd be cooking for about 70 girls, some vegetarian, in a kitchen I'm not particularly fami...

Quick Southern-Style Baked Beans from Pioneer Woman
Recipe Review

"Woah, Nelly." That's how Ree Drummond begins this recipe, and we have to agree! We took one look at this bacon-topped casserole of smoky beans and knew we'd be making it soon. Fortunately, with lots ...

Born in the Fall? 8 Birthday Cakes Inspired by the Season

We've got a family member celebrating a birthday this weekend, and it's been a while since we've broken out all three cake pans and embarked on a proper, layered birthday cake. The turn of the seaso...

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