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  • child holding halloween candy bowl

    The Must-Know Candy Bowl Etiquette For Any Halloween Event

    So you've got a spooktacular Halloween party planned. That's awesome! But let's talk about those candy bowls and the etiquette that should be in place. Boo!

    By James Hastings September 23rd, 2023 Read More
  • Friends tailgating

    How To Maximize Cooler Space At Your Tailgate

    Instead of sloppily stuffing everything into a cooler, you will have a much better experience at a tailgate if you pack it efficiently to keep everything cold.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed September 15th, 2023 Read More
  • chef Ina Garten attending 2017 EAT (RED) food and film festival

    Ina Garten's Favorite Way To Dress Up Cheap Chicken Cuts

    We all know that the chicken breast is the preferred cut from the bird, but don't overlook cheaper cuts. According to Ina Garten, they can be just as luxurious.

    By Bobby Huen September 14th, 2023 Read More
  • Ina Garten smiling

    Ina Garten's Favorite Plating Technique Is Inspired By Picture Frames

    Ina Garten knows that presentation is as essential to a good meal as the food. Of course, the Barefoot Contessa's approach to plating is a work of art.

    By Jennifer Mathews September 10th, 2023 Read More
  • José Andrés at 2019 Food Bank for NYC Can-Do Awards

    José Andrés' Favorite Gazpacho Made Him Fall In Love

    Gazpacho is practically synonymous with summer, the Spanish cold soup being the perfect way to cool off. However delightful, few fall in love over one dish.

    By Wendy Leigh September 9th, 2023 Read More
  • Marcus Samuelsson smiling at NYC Public Library event

    Marcus Samuelsson's Caipirinha Cocktail Packs A Swedish Twist

    Marcus Samuelsson is renowned for his cuisine, but he makes a mean drink, too. His take on the caipirinha is sure to be a hit at your next big function.

    By Jennifer Mathews September 9th, 2023 Read More
  • Ina Garten smiling at red carpet event

    You Can Tour Ina Garten's Luscious East Hampton Garden. Here's How

    If you, too, would like to pretend you know The Barefoot Contessa herself and frequent her garden parties, all you need to make the dream come true is a tour.

    By Audrey Enjoli September 8th, 2023 Read More
  • Club sandwich on wooden plate

    The Royal Sandwich Etiquette That's Questionable At Best

    Most of our dining etiquette boils down to chewing with our mouths closed and keeping our elbows off the table. The Royals, however, have different protocol.

    By Erica Martinez September 7th, 2023 Read More
  • Small teddy bear bento cake

    What Exactly Is A Bento Cake?

    Bento cakes are generally no bigger than three to four inches in diameter and typically only feature two to three short layers of cake and icing.

    By Audrey Enjoli September 6th, 2023 Read More
  • Folded dinner napkins with cutlery

    How To Fold A Fancy Dinner Napkin Like Some Kind Of Expert

    Anyone who wants to take their hosting game up a notch needs to master a few basic napkin folds. Fortunately, these three folds are straightforward.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt September 5th, 2023 Read More
  • people toasting at dinner party table

    How To Host A Dinner Party In A Closet-Sized Apartment

    It may take a little extra planning and strategy, but here's how you can host an amazing, intimate dinner party in your closet-sized apartment.

    By Carly Weaver August 28th, 2023 Read More
  • Halloween pumpkin punch bowl

    Turn Your Pumpkin Into A Boozy Punch Bowl This Halloween

    Elevate your Halloween party game by transforming a hollowed-out pumpkin into a practical and decorative punch bowl for spooky boozy cocktails.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt August 28th, 2023 Read More
  • salt shaker and teaspoon of salt

    Your Salt Passing Etiquette Has Been Wrong This Whole Time

    When you're dining with others, and someone asks for the salt, how do you pass it? If you don't do it this one way, you're absolutely doing it wrong.

    By Tobias Handke August 26th, 2023 Read More
  • outdoor dinner party with people gathered around table

    The Etiquette Rule You Might Be Breaking At Someone Else's House

    Dining etiquette is not just for fancy restaurants, there are also rules to follow when enjoying a meal at someone's home. Here's the one you might be breaking.

    By Chris Sands August 25th, 2023 Read More
  • Dishes arranged on a potluck table

    The Etiquette Do's And Don'ts Of Bringing Veggies To A Potluck

    Bringing a dish to a potluck can be stressful, but you can wow your friends with these un-beet-able tips and tricks for making your veggie dishes shine.

    By Tim Forster August 7th, 2023 Read More
  • group of guests dinner party

    20 Useful Tools For Hosting A Stress-Free Dinner Party

    So you're planning to host a dinner party and need some items, eh! Well, we've got you covered. Here's our list of useful tools you're going to want on hand.

    By Elaine Todd August 6th, 2023 Read More
  • selection of cheeses on cheeseboard

    The Best Cheese To Pair With A Refreshing Glass Of Lemonade

    We might assume that acidic fruits such as lemons do not traditionally sit well with cheese, but we turned to an expert to educate us on delicious pairings.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt August 2nd, 2023 Read More
  • friends seated for dinner

    26 Tips To Be The Ultimate Dinner Party Host

    If you're throwing a dinner party chances are you can use some help. Here's a handy guide to help you create a task list and check it off! We've got you!

    By Mourine Achieng July 30th, 2023 Read More
  • Couple on a date

    14 Worst Foods To Order On A First Date

    First dates are filled with the excitement of a potential life-changing partnership. Here are 14 foods to avoid so the date will stay focused on the connection.

    By Brian Good July 15th, 2023 Read More
  • hot dogs with mustard toppings

    The National Hot Dog Council Has Strict Rules For Topping Etiquette

    In National Hot Dog month (July) or the winter solstice, it's always time for a hot dog. However, you may be engaging in topping faux pas without knowing it.

    By Chris Sands July 10th, 2023 Read More
  • fine dining table setting

    The Difference Between Table Manners And Dining Etiquette

    Table manners and dining etiquette may seem like synonyms, but they are two distinct things. Still, they may have more in common than you might expect.

    By Chris Sands July 9th, 2023 Read More
  • Giada De Laurentiis

    How Giada De Laurentiis Hacks Fig Jam For A Tasty Cheese Pairing

    Every home cook needs an elegant but quick appetizer in their pocket, like the little black dress of party food. And star Giada De Laurentiis has a go-to idea.

    By Jennifer Mathews July 3rd, 2023 Read More
  • Guava mojito

    Crack Open A Guava For Staggeringly Refreshing Mojitos

    Variations on the mojito are aplenty, and additional ingredients run the gamut from watermelon to strawberry. The ultimate spin, however, is guava.

    By Andrew Housman July 2nd, 2023 Read More
  • watermelon slices and beverage

    Here's How Much Watermelon To Prep For Your 4th Of July Cookout

    What's the worth thing that can happen during a big cookout? You run out of one of the most popular items: Watermelon. Here's how much you need per person!

    By Jennifer Mathews June 27th, 2023 Read More
  • couple with elbows on table

    Elbows Belong On The Table In Modern Day Dining Etiquette

    It's little surprise that customs and etiquette change over time, but what about elbows? Well, according to the experts, elbows now belong on the table.

    By Chris Sands June 24th, 2023 Read More
  • Ina Garten on red carpet at EAT (Red) Food and Film Fest

    Ina Garten's Cocktail Glass Tip For A Truly Chill Evening

    There are lots of hacks out there to spruce up a cocktail, but it can pay to keep things simple, like Ina Garten's cocktail glass tip for a truly chill evening.

    By Erin Shaw June 19th, 2023 Read More
  • man distracted on cell phone at dinner table

    The Unspoken Etiquette For Where To Place Your Phone At The Dinner Table

    Just as you were told to keep your elbows off the table as a kid, modern etiquette dictates that cell phones don't belong there, for obvious reasons.

    By Jennifer Mathews June 19th, 2023 Read More
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