Southern Entertaining & Dinner Parties

Need some good ol' southern dinner party ideas? How about a playlist of great list music? You've come to the right place. We give you ideas to conquer a fabulous dinner party as nothing is better than an at-home party with good friends, good food and good drink! Throw in some perfect tunes and it's magical. In an effort to encourage ourselves, as well as our readers, to take the time to host a great meal every now and then, we create great ideas that actually do-able!

If you’re struggling with what to give for holiday gifts, take these pointers from entertaining expert Vera Stewart to heart. Your lucky recipients will be oh-so-grateful!

Entertaining, Food & Dining

5 Easy Steps to Entertaining with Ease

Annie Reeves

Here to relieve all hostess stresses this season, the creative and stylish Malia Palma is here to share her best tips for entertaining at home!

Cooking with Bourbon: Expert Tips + 3 Bourbon-Spiked Recipes

Lauren Helmer

Get pro cooking tips from a food scientist-turned-chef and Coopers’ Craft’s on-campus chef for cooking with bourbon. Plus give it a try with three fab bourbon-spiked recipes (including a bourbon slushie you’ll want to whip up ASAP!).

Entertaining, Food & Dining, Lifestyle

How This Family’s Caramel Cake Recipe Created an Empire

Sara Scannell

Caroline Reutter had no idea when she served her caramel cake at her son’s christening that she would one day be serving that exact cake to thousands and thousands of people across the United States (including Oprah!). Today, we share the story behind the Southern classic: Caroline’s Cakes.

Recipes and Inspiration for a Summer Afternoon Gathering

Alex Hendrickson

A group of gals gathered in celebration of a friend’s birthday, and the event was picture perfect! Entertainer extraordinaire and the host of the summer get-together shares how she put on the event as well as the recipes for the memorable dishes she served.

Entertaining, Food & Dining, Recipes

5 Easy Appetizers for Any Spring Occasion

Ashley Haugen

Heading out to a delightful spring-time gathering? Arrive with one of these easy appetizers in hand, and you’ll wow the crowd!

Entertaining, Food & Dining, Recipes

Southern Entertaining Essential Recipes: Chefs Share Their Favorites

Jennifer Chandler

Some of our favorite chefs and restauranteurs are sharing their tried-and-true, best of the best Southern entertaining recipes, and you’ll want to bookmark every single one! From a delicious twist on pecan pie to comeback sauce guests can’t get enough of … it’s everything you need for a spring soirée!

Entertaining, Food & Dining, Recipes

5 Steps to a Perfectly Simple Springtime Gathering (& 4 Easy Recipes to Serve!)

StyleBlueprint

As the weather turns warmer, it’s the perfect time to plan a springtime gathering with friends and family. Here are some simple tips from entertaining expert Vera Stewart — and four easy recipes — to ensure your get-together is a smashing success!