See how to planning a fun and elegant dinner
Whether it’s the sound of a fork pinging a glass of wine or the warm glow of candles on the table, nothing is more classic than having some friends or loved ones at a formal dinner. Since the enjoyment of food is one of the greatest gifts for humanity, you can enjoy a pleasant and elegant dinner at any time of the year. No special occasions or vacations are required to enjoy the company of the people close to you, so do not miss anything and celebrate anything in particular with a dinner.
Your party plan will be something different from planning other types of parties. For example, a dinner is usually more cozy than a normal party and it is a matter of sitting down. A dinner will focus on food rather than a cola party or buffet that usually emphasizes hors d’oeuvres or appetizers. You must make the food and its presentation the focal point of your dinners.
As your guest list will be limited to the number of guests who can sit at your dinner table, you should pay special attention to who is invited. Do these people get along? Do your guests have mutual interests that will trigger an animated conversation and turn the matter into a night to remember? Will they be mainly couples and someone you want to invite will be the strange man? Your party can also be an opportunity to introduce you to some friends. This can also be an opportunity to use your guest to experiment with one of their new dishes, but make sure your guests are open to new adventures.
Dinners are not the place for disposable paper plates and forks and spoons. This is an opportunity for you to discover the best tableware and family porcelains. If you are just starting out and you do not have satisfactory crockery, rents are always an option. You should start decorating your table with the selection of an elegant linen tablecloth. Of course, your tablecloth must match your napkins for dinner. This can also be a rental if you feel that your tablecloths are not elegant enough. Then, select a centerpiece that complements your tablecloth. Candles are an easy centerpiece option, as they can give an intimate and perfect atmosphere to the room. Speaking of the room, make sure you have adequate space. For example, cocktails are a great way to start a dinner, so make sure you have enough room for your guest to mingle before dinner and make them feel comfortable while sitting at the table. Your dinner guest may be sitting at the table for quite some time, especially if your menu consists of several dinner courses. Since you have just served a fantastic meal, it’s time to show your guest to the living room for a good place to relax. Also prepare to serve coffee after dinner, while your guest adjusts to the food to be digested.
Actually, dinner planning can be very easy and you can be the host of an easy and pleasant evening. Do not forget that it is up to you to establish the mood for the night and to initiate imaginative conversations if necessary. But, again, this should be easy, have fun!