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What is entertaining?

the savvy host believes that entertaining is most simply gathering people together in enjoyable surroundings ~ offering good food & drink ~ to share stories, ideas, laughter ... life.

essentially entertaining is dedicated to the Savvy Host each one of us can become with a hint of inspiration, a little confidence, some creative flair and a healthy dose of humor.

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Recent Posts Tagged With 'Entertaining'

Apr 14

Music for Dining (not Dozing)

Every savvy host understands that the little things matter in setting a mood and creating ambiance for your guests.  Whether the focus is romance, business or relaxing with friends - whether the location is your home - a restaurant - or the grea (read full article)

dinner party, Entertaining, Essentials, Music, organized entertaining, setting ambiance

Mar 28

Grilling Like a Pro ~ 12 Guides To Have on Hand

With the outside temperatures warming up at last, it's time to start getting ready for al fresco entertaining! Grilling is one of our favorite ways to prepare a meal in the great outdoors - be it on the deck, rooftop, beach or balcony.   To he (read full article)

Al Fresco, bbq, Entertaining, Essentials, Grilling, guides, Recipes

Mar 27

Why Entertaining is Like "Dancing With The Stars"...

Thanks to our never-ending fascination with the amazing confidence of Pamela Anderson (the Mr. however is likely fascinated by her other assets ;-) we took the plunge and watched this season's Dancing With The Stars (DWTS) opening episode. So wh (read full article)

Entertaining, Essentials, host, hostess, organized entertaining

Jan 31

8 Steps to Entertaining Success

One of our goals for 2010 is to simplify our entertaining ~ focusing on the essentials ~ so that we have time and sanity left to enjoy our guests ~ and our lives! ~ a bit more.  So where to begin?  All recipes for success begin with the bas (read full article)

bar basics, dinner party, Entertaining, Essentials, Menu Planning, organized entertaining

Jan 26

Guest Etiquette Tip: Don't Forget a Gift for the Host!

Following up on an entertaining etiquette post earlier this year, we thought we'd offer some ideas to help gracious guests with what to bring the host or hostess.  Here's a short list of items ~ all around $40 or less ~ shared by other Savvy Hos (read full article)

budget entertaining, dinner party, Entertaining, etiquette, gifts, guest, host, hostess, manners, savvyhostmarket

Jan 25

10 Trends in Savvy Entertaining (for 2010)

Already in January, we see a shift in the focus, style and flair of entertaining for this year.  People are looking to enjoy time together and to appreciate what's good in our lives. We've been giving this some thought ~ here's what's top of min (read full article)

back2basics, dinner party, Entertaining, Essentials, healthful, Menu Planning, organized entertaining, Recipes, Trends, Wine

Oct 26

Martinis & Mistletoe ~ Holiday Shopping for a Good Cause

Getting ready for the holidays has begun (don't try to deny it ... Halloween puts this time of year directly in your line of vision).  Over the next few weeks, we will offer a few ideas and strategies to stay sane and look elegant throughout the (read full article)

Entertaining, gifts, holiday, market

Aug 30

Who do you really need in the kitchen?

"Too many cooks spoil the broth". There is much truth to this of course (especially in the case of a few particular friends and family members - you know who you are).  But to share a secret, The Savvy Host truly likes a few extra (read full article)

cookbooks, Entertaining, Menu, Recipes

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