What’s for Dinner?
What’s the best way to bring loved ones together? Sure, the holidays are barely over and one would think that celebrating the New Year, Christmas or Thanksgiving would be the answer but we find that often that brings a lot of stress and even some tension. When you think about it, the holidays are a great time to reconnect with family and friends but often it’s not always by choice. After all, what's the saying? “You can’t choose a family.” One way we like to connect with our friends, or our “chosen family,” is by having curated dinner parties. They don’t have to be grand gatherings but rather bring together a specific number of those that we feel wouldn’t always come together to enjoy each other's company but that each guest would mesh well socially with the others.
It’s important to make sure the guest list share some similar shared interests, are good conversationalists but also are different enough so that the dynamic is fresh and exciting. But what beyond that makes a fabulous dinner party? Creating an intimate ambiance to foster that kind of magical socialization of course. A great way to make an intimate dinner party feel special is to pay attention to personal touches such as your table settings. A chic set of plates like these Michael Aram Anemone Salad Plates feature gold detailing and scalloped edges that go beyond basic dinner plates. And these Aerin Shell Appetizer Plates would certainly be a memorable way to serve bruschetta before the main course. Thoughtful details like these not only add a personal touch but also show your guests that you’ve put effort into creating a memorable experience for them.
A great way to upgrade your table setting is to add table linens such as table cloths, place mats and even linen napkins. Going beyond a bare table or paper napkins will easily elevate your dinner party and make it feel more personable. These Baccarat x Kim Seybart Bubbles Cocktail Napkins are great for guests to grab with their small plates and cocktails as they saunter around the room and share secrets with new friends. A table runner layered over a white linen tablecloth is another easy way to elevate your table and this Kim Seybert Baroque Table Runner would certainly match nicely with the gold encrusted salad plates we mentioned above. Finally, opting for classic matching linen napkins such as these Hunt Slonem Bunny Embroidered Dinner Napkins is a cute and fun way to add some lightheartedness to your intimate affair.
Lastly, embrace interactive elements that encourage bonding and shared moments. Consider incorporating a DIY food or drink station where guests can customize their dishes or cocktails. This not only adds an element of fun but also creates opportunities for collaboration and laughter. Additionally, plan activities that resonate with your guests, whether it’s a nostalgic board game or a group cooking session. By weaving these personal touches into your intimate dinner party, you’ll create an experience that lingers in the memories of your guests, making for stronger connections and making your dinner party truly personable and talked about for weeks to come.
