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!

Entertaining, Food & Dining, Holidays, Recipes, Restaurants

Thanksgiving Recipes From Top Southern Chefs

November 11, 2019 by Zoe Yarborough

What do your favorite chefs from around the South bring to their Thanksgiving tables? We asked them. From flaky popover bread rolls to cheesy grits to festive fall salads, we’ve enlisted six esteemed chefs to share their Thanksgiving recipes and the stories behind them. Image: Sara Gibbs

4 Fabulous Fall Tablescapes (+ an Amazing Pumpkin Pie Recipe!)

October 25, 2019 by Alex Hendrickson

With your fall tablescape and pumpkin pie covered, you can focus on the real meaning of the holidays: time with those you hold near and dear.

Insider Tips for Throwing the Perfect Summer Party

July 21, 2019 by Alex Hendrickson

Summer is the perfect time to host a party, but how can you make it easy to execute and a memorable time for all? Three Southern entertaining experts share their tips for hosting the perfect summer soirée! Image: Amy Nicole Photography for So Much to Celebrate

Entertaining, Food & Dining

QUIZ: What Summer Side Dish Are You?

June 21, 2019 by Peyton Haecker

We all know that sides are the best part. Find your match for the essential summer side dish you should be cooking (or buying) this season!

Entertaining, Holidays, Homes, Recipes

The One-Hour (Start-to-Finish!) July 4th Meal

June 7, 2019 by Liza Graves

Here is an easy July 4 meal you can pull together for a preplanned or last-minute party! Give yourself an hour, and you’ll have a party with food for eight ready to go!

Recipes and Inspiration for a Summer Afternoon Gathering

May 11, 2019 by 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.

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

May 2, 2019 by 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, Recipes

Creating a Beautiful Brunch: Pro Tips for a Perfect Affair

February 8, 2019 by Madeline Leesman

As though you needed a reason to brunch with your besties, we are bringing you some tasty recipes and pro tips for pulling together the perfect event. Enjoy!

5 Ways to Up Your Homemade Gift-Giving Game

December 3, 2018 by StyleBlueprint Editors

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