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Quick Guide to Holiday Hosting
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items Whether you’re having a group gathering or rolling solo, here are a few items to help enhance your holiday experience. This list includes decorative pieces and food suggestions to help create that holiday vibe!
Sections
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Table Decorations
Tableware
Food and Beverage
Games
Gadgets to Keep Handy
Table Decorations
Next to the food, the table itself will be the main attraction. Dress it up in style.
Set the table with a nice table cloth. During the holiday season, spruce things up with a nice printed fabric. This one is lovely and it’s durable. It also comes in a variety of colors.
SASTYBALE 52x70 Brown Jacquard Tablecloth
Placemats add a nice touch. Available in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors, I really like the aesthetic of these leaf shaped ones for fall.
Evevda Gold Leaf Vinyl Placemats Set of 6
A table runner makes a nice addition. The more real it looks, the better.
Fall Table Runner Embroidered Leaves 13x70
If you can decorate with florals even better! I love the elegance of flowers.
Serwalin Orange Burgundy Silk Fall Roses
Jazz things up with a festive centerpiece. Add a candle for an intimate feel.
Nearly Natural 12-in Autumn Harvest and Pumpkin Fall Candle Holder
This garland is so pretty! The lights really make things feel festive.
Collections Etc Lighted Berry-Beaded Holiday Garland Gold
What I love about placemats is that they offer the variety of being creative. These are great for plating, but they can also be used as center pieces! Place candles or flowers on top.
Evevde Gold Round Placemats Set of 4 - No-Slip Vinyl
Tableware
Plating Options.
Dinner plates don’t have to be fancy. It’s okay to choose something simple with a nice pattern or design. Plain is okay too. It’s really up to you!
10.5" Stoneware Scalloped Dinner Plate Gold Rim - Threshold™
If you’re open to splurging, a nice flatware set is a good investment. Really good quality can last you for years to come.
REGALWOVEN 24 Piece Stainless Steel Floral Flatware Set Silverware Set for 6 Gold
For the holidays I like to bring out the good stuff. These glasses are a little pricey, but nice for the occasion.
Lorren Home Trends Opera Gold Collection Set of 6 Crystal High Ball Glass with Gold Rim
I’m a fan of larger wine glasses. The wine itself is the aesthetic, but you could add fun charms to decorative the glasses!
JoyJolt Layla Red Wine Glasses - Set of 4 Wine Lead-Free Crystal Wine Glass Set - 17 oz
These charms are cute and a fun way to keep track of who has what drink. Just add to the base of the stem!
Thanksgiving Wine Charms, Pumpkin Wine Charms, Autumn Wine Charms, Animal Wine Charms, Fall Leaf Wine Charms, Wine Glass Decor - Set Of 6
These disposable plates are sturdy and also provide a nice aesthetic. Great for guests who want to take a plate with them!
By Madee 60 Pc Ivory Gold Trim Plates
Disposable flatware options. They get the job done and still look nice.
WDF 180pcs Disposable Gold Silverware Set
These napkins are cute and come in a few different patterns and colors.
Harvest Sentiment Embroidered Napkins, Set of 4 - 17" x 17" - Ivory - Elrene Home Fashions
These napkin rings are so lovely!
Beaded Silver and Gold Napkin Ring
If cloth napkins are more your style, these are pretty nice. You can buy them individually or as sets.
Aspen Warm Natural Organic Cotton Napkin, Set of 8
This dish can be used to serve cake, or flipped for punch! Very efficient.
Libbey Selene 6 in 1 Multiuse Glass Server, Punch Bowl, Chip and Dip Bowl, Cake Stand
Food and Beverage
Food and drinks to set things off!
Charcuterie boards are all the rage! These ones are pricey but the various sizes come with so much. Your guests will love it.
Boarderie
If you’re feeling more hands on, you can make your own board! Find yourself a nice base to plate the items on and go from there.
Charcuterie Board Sets | Acacia Wood, Bamboo, & Various Sizes
Here’s a less expensive option that’s premade. It won’t disappoint!
Columbus Charcuterie Tasting Board - 12.5oz
Need help preparing your meal? Honey Baked Ham is a great option. With delivery options or pickup, they offer so much more than ham!
The Honey Baked Ham Company
If you’re new to baking a Turkey, this is a good option to start with. The instructions are easy to follow!
Cook-in-Bag Homestyle Turkey - Frozen - 12lbs - Good & Gather™
My go to dessert is sweet potato pie. If you can’t bake your own, I suggest getting this one!
Patti LaBelle Pies in Bakery & Bread(9)
Total Wine offers a wide variety of drink options! A great place to shop if you’re in need of specialty brands.
Total Wine & More
If you’d like to make your own Mac and cheese, let me suggest that you try this recipe. It’s really good!
Tini's Famous Mac and Cheese - by Tini Younger
I prefer my veggies fresh, but when I’m crunched for time, I always go for these seasoned varieties.
Glory Gluten Free Foods Seasoned Southern Style Collard Greens 27oz
The. Best. Rolls. Period!
King's Hawaiian Original Hawaiian Sweet Rolls - 12oz/12ct
Another great option for a prepared dinner. Of course you can order much more from here. But for the holiday they’ve got all the bases covered.
Order Thanksgiving Dinner | Heat & Serve To Go
Everyone loves a fruit tray! Great for snacking alone or pairing with wine.
Orlando Brothers Produce
When baking pies, I always opt for the graham cracker crust. It adds a little extra sweetness and flavor.
Graham Pie Crust: Varieties & Sizes Available
If you’re looking to try something different, give this wine a try. This red wine is nice and smooth. I like it because it isn’t very dry and it pairs well with dinner. It’s corked and classified as a Tempranillo.
La Marquesa by Valserrano Rioja Alavesa
If your guests are more into sweet wines, this one will not disappoint. Very smooth and delicious.
Roscato Rosso Dolce
Games
This game is so fun! If you’re into music it involves coming up with lyrics.
Lucky Egg Grab The Mic Board Game
I think the name says it all. This one should only be played by adults.
Take a Sip If Party Card Game: Creative Thinking, Instructions, 2+ Players, DSS Games
Table sized version of this old school game.
The Lakeside Collection Jumbo Wood Indoor/Outdoor Games - Tabletop Tic-Tac-Toe 11 Pieces
Great social game! Enjoyed by adults and kids alike.
Hasbro Gaming Jenga Board Game with More Ways to Play
Gadgets to Keep Handy
Keep thirsty guests happy with these handy accessories.
Don’t get caught off guard if the wine has a cork! Have one of these handy so that you can keep the party going!
COKUNST Electric Wine Opener with Foil Cutter
Manual cork screw if electric isn’t your thing.
OXO Softworks Corkscrew: Manual Wine Bottle Opener, Black, Hand Wash, Metal & Plastic, Cordless, 6.7" Height
For those guests who may need assistance removing bottle caps. This opener is automatic. No mess!
Premium Silver Stainless Steel Beer Opener
Bottle opener and can opener in one! It’s always a good idea to have a manual opener on deck.
HANCELANT Manual Stainless Steel Can Punch Opener
You’d be surprised how many people love to munch on ice. This will definitely be a hit.
26 Lbs Countertop Bullet Ice Maker