Entertaining Basics

Even with the advances in communication technology (social networking, email, texts) it is still proper etiquette to send an invitation by regular mail for formal occasions and dinner parties....

Even in a world filled with email, Twitter, cell phones and text messaging, there is still some need for regular mail. Whether you're writing to a pen pal or announcing your upcoming nuptials or...

Paper napkins work nicely when you are entertaining. They can be used for a picnic, a formal dinner or wedding reception. You can use napkin-folding techniques for the more decorative table and...

Elaborate rules of etiquette govern formal table settings. Most people do not know these rules anymore. Some people may never attend a function with a formal table setting, but if you collect...

Okay. So you've been invited to a formal dinner. You may be thinking, "What's a formal dinner?" And it's no joke - many in today's society have no idea what a formal dinner consists of and how one...

Lavish dishes, fine china and beautiful flowers are all common elements of an elegant dinner setting. The thought of putting together a formal dinner for others can be overwhelming, but it need...

Formal dinners can range from a private dinner at home to a large group event. A host at a formal dinner directs the evening's events. A good host can be very helpful for the group serving the...

Serving a formal dinner may seem like a hard task to undertake, but the key is in the preparations. By knowing how to present not only the dinner but also yourself, you will be able to put...

Getting all dressed up, socializing with people in a strange setting--a formal event doesn't need to feel like a chore. You can enjoy an evening out at a formal event with a little preparation in...

Everybody loves to get together for a meal. Whether you're hosting a family supper or a formal dinner, you determine how everyone enjoys himself. By planning well, you can be gracious, relaxed and...

Entertaining outdoors? First, decide how formal or informal you want your gathering to be--this will set the tone of your party. There are numerous fail-proof ways to create the perfect outdoor...