Chris Cooks
Cranberry-Glazed Ham
What do you make for Christmas dinner? Sometimes we'll do a prime rib or a roast turkey, but this year, I'm going all out with a Christmas ham that just looks festive. For this recipe, I made a cranberry-orange glaze with some warm winter spices that takes this ham to the next level. Oh and […]
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December 15, 2024
Entertaining
12 Tips for How to Host and Make Your Guests Feel Completely at Ease
I recently got a question from a commenter who asked me how I entertain at home to make guests feel at ease. This question came at a great time since fall can be a natural hosting season from watch parties (there's football...or The Bach) to Thanksgiving. The truth is — Chris and I really *enjoy* […]
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October 2, 2024
Cleaning & Organization
An Hour-by-Hour Guide on Hosting a Dinner Party
This post was written by my lovely sister and brand manager, Victoria. My love of dinner parties started early. I remember an abundant bowl of fruit on my family’s Thanksgiving table when I was little. It was morning, and there were still HOURS until dinner. Still, I asked my mom if I could have an […]
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June 29, 2022
Entertaining
The First Dinner Party in Our Dining Room & All My Tips!
Last week, Idaho moved to stage 4 of the reopening which allows gatherings up to 99 people. After months and months of social distancing, my family of 21 got together for the first time this year! It was also the first dinner party in our new dining room! We embraced the opportunity and dreams came […]
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June 18, 2020
Chris Cooks
Have You Ever Been Part of a Progressive Dinner?
Be sure to check out the great offer below from Blue Apron, who has sponsored this post. We love hosting dinner parties, but even when you switch up the menu every time it can often feel like the same ol' same. If you're ever in that boat and looking to shake things up, try a […]
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July 20, 2018
