When entertaining guests at home, one always desires to make every detail perfect. Before you do decide to invite guests over, make sure that you've done these things in order to give them a grand time in your home.
First and foremost, check if you have enough dinnerware for all of the guests. Inspect if they are in good condition and that they are thoroughly clean before you use them.
This also applies to the kitchen. Make sure that you have cookware that can handle big batches of cooking. You don't want to waste time cooking repeatedly since you have small pans and pots. Huge pots and pans are actually good investments, especially if you intend to make entertaining guests at home a regular thing.
According to Apartment Therapy, in party setting, setting up a bar is a good idea. Whether it involves alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks, your guests will appreciate this. It can be on top of a counter, or you can even put it at the center of your dining table for easy access for all guests.
If the entertaining goes beyond the dinner table, strategically rearrange your furniture in the living room to foster conversation between guests. Ensure that all the chairs are all at the same level to encourage eye-to-eye contact. Going back to the need to set up drinks, place small corner tables beside your sofa and put refills there.
Some parties demand more planning, and this checklist by Martha Stewart will help you plan your celebration a month before. If you want to take the extra mile, prepare flower arrangements or plan a themed party. Even with meticulous planning, always remember that your guests' comfort and happiness should still be given the utmost importance.
