5 Tips for Holiday Hosting

5 Tips for Holiday Hosting - Nathan James
Hosting a holiday party can be fun and easy with some simple tips that will make your home feel like home for your guests. Read 5 of our suggestions below and have a happy holiday!

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Set the holiday mood
First things first, you’ve gotta set the right holiday mood. Want your party to give off cozy holiday vibes? Light some candles, put on some mellow music, and keep the lights low.

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Pick a playlist
The best way to set the holiday mood? The right music.

If you’re in the mood for mellow try:
Christmas Cocktail Jazz (Spotify) or Instrumental Holiday (Apple Music)

If you’re in the mood for upbeat try:
Christmas Party (Spotify) or Holiday Hits (Apple Music)

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Keep the menu simple
Choose simple recipes sure to impress your guests. Click the link for our tried-and-true house rolls from Real Simple!

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Keep the drinks simple, too
We may be biased, but a bar cart is essential for holiday hosting! Choose a cocktail you can make in bulk and leave it out on the cart for guests to serve themselves.

Here’s one of our current obsessions:
Yule Mule, a Christmas moscow mule recipe from Feast and West

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Create a festive table that invites guests to sit and stay long after dinner is served. Add candles, personal touches, and some holiday decor.

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