This article was co-authored by Ivy Summer and by How.com.vn staff writer, Annabelle Reyes. Ivy Summer is a Certified Wedding Planner and the Owner of Voulez Events. Ivy has over 10 years of experience consulting, planning and coordinating weddings around the globe. She has also created a DIY online wedding planning workshop for couples, called "Plan Your Wedding Like A Pro." She currently resides in Greece where she continues to work with a worldwide network of planners and wedding professionals.
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So you’re planning on throwing your first dinner party, and you don’t quite know where to start. Have no fear! We’ve compiled a list of helpful tips and tricks for the first-time dinner party host, from choosing a theme to curating the perfect menu. We’ve also interviewed event planning expert Ivy Summer and etiquette expert Lynda Jean for added insight, so keep reading!
Things You Should Know
- Create a short and sweet guest list of 6-8 friends and choose supportive, easygoing guests to ensure good vibes.
- Stick to tried-and-true recipes you enjoy and prepare what you can in advance so you aren’t worrying about cooking at the party.
- Make a fun playlist that goes with the theme of your party, dim the overhead lights, and fill your space with candles to create the perfect ambience.
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Thanks for reading our article! If you’d like to learn more about planning a wedding, check out our in-depth interview with Ivy Summer.
References
- ↑ https://www.epicurious.com/expert-advice/how-to-throw-a-three-course-dinner-party-article
- ↑ https://theeverygirl.com/throwing-a-dinner-party/
- ↑ https://emilypost.com/advice/invitation-timing
- ↑ https://www.epicurious.com/expert-advice/how-to-throw-a-three-course-dinner-party-article
- ↑ https://www.marthastewart.com/8307452/can-you-drink-red-wine-fish-white-wine-meat
- ↑ https://www.bonappetit.com/entertaining-style/parties/article/no-stress-dinner-party-guide
- ↑ https://www.epicurious.com/expert-advice/how-to-throw-a-three-course-dinner-party-article
- ↑ https://www.bonappetit.com/entertaining-style/parties/article/no-stress-dinner-party-guide
- ↑ https://www.bonappetit.com/entertaining-style/parties/article/no-stress-dinner-party-guide
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