The art of entertaining has been around for centuries. But when it comes to social gatherings, there are a lot of tips, tricks, and etiquette rules that have gone out of fashion since the heyday of ...

Entertaining guests can be nerve-racking, but for Ina Garten, she has developed easy ways to take the stress out of having dinner guests. She shares some of her proven tips that make any event ...

The same way that you choose to present yourself each day, the way you style and present your home acts as an extension of who you are. It's representative of your personality, style, and, more ...

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DEAR MISS MANNERS: I must admit I’ve never understood etiquette’s requirement to invite people to one’s home after being invited to theirs. When my spouse and I host, we feel that it’s our idea – ...

(By Jeff McHugh) Have you ever seen an amateur try to do the work of an expert? Imagine a surgeon inviting an average person to try their hand with a scalpel, or a World Cup soccer team bringing a fan ...

“They are not friendly people and I doubt approaching them would do anything,” the homeowner said Brian Anthony Hernandez, who has nearly 20 years of journalism experience, joined PEOPLE as a ...

Throwing a party can be a blast, but it can also put a dent in your wallet. Fear not, Costco has you covered with its awesome selection of grub that's perfect for entertaining guests. With these deals ...

SUNDAY (Family) -- The family will enjoy this Mojo chicken (see recipe). Serve with corn on the cob and a lettuce wedge. Add cuban bread. For dessert, buy or make flan. PLAN AHEAD: Save enough chicken ...

Some fellow users validated her concerns, with one person writing, “It would drive me mad and I would probably move” An “overwhelmed” homeowner is making some noise in an online community forum to ...