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The Hostess With The Mostest! : Chic Entertaining Essentials
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items If you love hosting dinner parties, holiday gatherings, and last-minute get-togethers, this list is for you. These budget-friendly but luxe entertaining essentials help you create stunning tablescapes, elevated appetizer spreads, and Pinterest-worthy...
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Food & Appetizer Essentials
Bar Essentials
Glassware & Drinkware
Dinnerware & Table Settings
Food & Appetizer Essentials
If you host even semi-regularly, a good charcuterie setup instantly makes you look put together. These are the pieces that turn “snacks on a plate” into a styled spread. Think layered boards, elevated serving pieces, and the little details that make ...
This is the board I pull out anytime I’m hosting. It looks beautiful on the table, and I love that it has the hidden drawers with the tools so everything stays together. It makes throwing together a cheese spread feel easy!
Upgraded Acacia Charcuterie Board Set
I LOVEEEE using personalized boards like this because it instantly makes hosting feel more special and intentional. It’s such an easy way to elevate a charcuterie spread, and it doubles as decor when it’s not in use!
Custom Engraved Marble Cheese Board with Knife Set
These little cheese markers are such a small detail, but they make the whole board feel more thought out. I love being able to label everything especially when I’m mixing different cheeses or dips… and guests always appreciate knowing what they’re gr...
50 Pieces Blank Food Labels for Party Buffet
I always keep a full cheese utensil set like this on hand when I’m hosting. It just makes the board feel complete and a little more elevated, especially when everything matches. I love having the spreaders, forks, and little picks ready so guests can...
Gold Charcuterie Board Accessories Set
I love using a deviled egg tray like this when I’m hosting because it keeps everything looking neat instead of sliding around on a regular plate. Definitely one of those pieces you don’t think you need until you host and realize it makes a big differ...
2 Tier Scalloped Ceramic Deviled Egg Platter
I love bringing these mini cast iron skillets out for appetizers or dips because they make everything feel restaurant-style at home!
4 Pack Mini Cast Iron Fajita Skillet Set
This divided serving set makes everything look instantly more organized! Chips, veggies, and dips all have their own space, and the rotating feature makes it easy for guests to grab what they want without reaching across the table.
Ceramic Lazy Susan Tray with Divided Sections
This is one of those pieces I pull out when I want the table to feel a little extra. The tiers add height and make everything look more styled, even if it’s just store bought appetizers! I’ve found it’s especially nice for holidays or brunch because ...
3 Tier Porcelain Serving Trays
A big salad or pasta dish instantly feels more styled when it’s in a beautiful bowl with matching servers instead of a basic mixing bowl!
Large Glass Salad Bowl with Lid Set
This scalloped bowl is such a sweet detail on the table! The shape makes it feel softer and more styled than a basic serving dish, even if I’m just tossing together a quick salad. I’ve used it for everything from pasta to fruit, and it always photogr...
Porcelain Bowl with Scalloped Edges & Gold Rim
I use them for charcuterie boards, caprese skewers, sliders, even little dessert bites. They make grabbing food so much easier for guests and keep things feeling neat instead of messy.
Bamboo Appetizer Forks
This buffet caddy is one of those things I didn’t realize I needed until I hosted a bigger gathering. It keeps napkins, utensils, and plates all in one place so everything feels organized instead of scattered across the table.
3-Tiered Buffet Caddy
I started using a warming mat for holidays and it has made such a difference when serving food. Instead of rushing everyone to eat before things get cold, I can actually relax and let people go back for seconds!
Warming Mat for Food
Bar Essentials
This is everything that makes hosting drinks feel elevated and effortless. From cocktail tools to ice buckets and champagne chillers, these are the pieces that turn a simple drink into a full moment. Whether it’s wine night with friends or a signatur...
This bar cart is perfect for keeping everything in one place so you’re not digging through cabinets when guests are over. It’s functional, but it also doubles as decor, which makes it such a good hosting staple. 🍸✨
4 Tier Home Bar Cart
This is one of those things that always gets a reaction when you use it! It’s surprisingly easy to use, and it instantly turns hosting into more of an experience instead of just serving drinks.
Whiskey Cocktail Smoker Infuser Kit with Torch
I usually keep this set up with glassware and a few favorite bottles, but it’s also perfect for tea setups when I’m hosting during the day ✨🍵🍸
Elegant 3-Tier Drink Cart with Wheels
I love not having to keep running to the fridge, and this actually keeps the bottle cold the whole night. I’ve used it for birthdays, holidays, and even casual girls’ nights, and it always adds that little extra touch. 🥂✨
3L Gold Ice Bucket with Lid, Handle and Tongs
This is one of those pieces that instantly makes my bar cart look styled, even when nothing else is. I love the warm copper tone! It has all the tools I actually need when friends come over, so I’m not running back to the kitchen mid-drink. It just m...
Matte Gold Bartender Kit with Bamboo Stand
This electric wine opener has made opening bottles so much easier, especially when I’m hosting and don’t want to struggle with a cork in front of everyone. It’s quick and honestly kind of satisfying to use!
Gold Electric Wine Opener with Foil Cutter
THIS wine aerator is one of those little upgrades that actually makes a noticeable difference. It pours and aerates at the same time, so there’s no waiting around when guests are over. It feels slightly fancy but is so easy to use!
Gold Electric Wine Aerator Dispenser
This garnish tray has been such a game changer when I’m making drinks for a group. I can prep all the lemons, limes, cherries, and herbs ahead of time, pop the lid on, and everything stays fresh until we’re ready!
Beverage Garnish Tray with Stainless Utensils
The long handle is perfect for taller glasses! I’ve used them way more than I expected, even for simple iced coffee or mocktails.
Gold Bar Spoons Set of 4
Glassware & Drinkware
The right glasses and pitchers make even the simplest drink feel more thoughtful, whether it’s wine night, brunch mimosas, or just sparkling water with lemon. Having a mix of everyday and hosting-ready pieces means you’re always prepared, and everyth...
They just make pouring a simple glass of wine feel a little more special. 🍷✨
Stemless Wine Glasses Set of 4
I love pulling these out for birthdays or holidays because they instantly make the moment feel celebratory!
Set of 4 Vintage Ribbed Crystal Champagne Glasses
I love that these feel lightweight but still sturdy, and the lid makes it easy to keep everything covered!
2 Pack Glass Pitcher
This drink dispenser is one of my favorite things to use for parties because it takes pressure off me once guests arrive. I can prep a batch cocktail, lemonade, or infused water ahead of time and just let everyone serve themselves!
1.5 Gallon Glass Drink Dispenser w/Spigot
I fill it with ice, toss in bottled drinks, and it instantly creates a self-serve moment so I’m not playing bartender all night. It has that casual, laid-back vibe that’s perfect for backyard parties or holidays. Simple, sturdy, and surprisingly cute...
2 pc Copper 4 Gallon Galvanized Beverage Tub
This keeps my stemware organized and actually lets them dry properly instead of crowding the counter. I love that it frees up cabinet space! It’s one of those simple behind-the-scenes things that makes hosting prep feel less chaotic ✨
Under Cabinet Stemware Wine Glass Holder
Dinnerware & Table Settings
The right plates, flatware, napkins, and table linens make even a simple meal feel more thoughtful and put together. I’ve found that having a cohesive set on hand takes the guesswork out of hosting and makes the table look styled without a ton of eff...
These plates feel like such a simple upgrade, but they really change how the whole table looks!
Stoneware Dinnerware Set with Gold Trim
This dinnerware set feels classic and easy in the best way. It’s the kind of set you can use every day, but it still looks nice enough when you have people over!
Chateau Cream 16-Piece Stoneware Dinnerware Set
I like that this is neutral enough to dress up with linens and candles for hosting, but still practical for everyday dinners.
Chateau Serve Platter
I like having pieces like this on hand because they make hosting feel special without requiring a full table overhaul. It’s an easy way to dress things up when you want the table to feel a bit more styled. ✨🍽️
Handmade Hemstitch Beige Table Runner
I don’t have to fuss with fresh greenery, but it still gives that natural, gathered look that makes everything feel thoughtfully styled. It’s such an easy way to make the whole setup feel warm and welcoming. 🌿✨
Textured Ceramic Vase with Olive Branches
For holidays or bigger gatherings, I’ll run this garland right down the center of my dining table and layer candles or decor through it.
Eucalyptus Faux Greenery Table Runner