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At Expert Hostess, we have tested, adjusted and presented the best recipes, decor and product ideas with matching themes to help create the perfect menu for each of your special celebrations.  Find your new favorite recipes, product and decor ideas here...

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Summer BBQ Menu
Worth Celebrating

A few themes we love...
Bruschetta Party

Bruschetta Party

Give your guests the ability to choose their own favorite flavor combinations with a bruschetta party...

Anniversary

Anniversary

A GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY...
to create the perfect
50th Wedding Anniversary...

Wedding Shower

Wedding Shower

A brilliant way to start a new life...

A few products we recommend...
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Hostess Gifts

Headed to a party?  We have found some fun hostess gift ideas to spare you time.

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Kitchen Gadgets

Stock up on new kitchen gadgets that will make your party prep easier than ever.

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Dinnerware

Take a look at some of our recommendations for coordinating plates, napkins, tablecloths and glassware. 

A few delicious dishes to try...
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Harvest Cherry Pie

The flaky, buttery crust on this pie envelopes a homemade cherry filling that is accented with hints of almond, cinnamon and nutmeg.

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Non-Alcoholic Champagne

Champagne was formerly associated with royalty, and is now thought of as the traditional drink for celebrations.

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Berry & Cream

 French Toast

French toast is elevated (literally) when it is stuffed with a sweetened cream cheese mixture and fresh berries.

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Themed Gatherings

From a Luau to Movie Night, Fondue to Bruschetta and so much more, we have you covered with fun ways to gather your favorite pals together.

Find a fabulous new recipe for your next dinner party...

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Dessert

Satisfy their cravings for something sweet with one of our favorite dessert recipes...

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Main Dishes

The Heart of your dinner party is waiting for you here...

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Drinks

Quench their thirst with these delectable concoctions... 

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Salads

Add flavor to your dinner party with a colorful salad...

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Side Dishes

Side dishes dress up main dishes with color, flavor and texture.  Find your favorites here...

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Soups

Warm any evening with the comfort of a savory soup...

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Barbeque Season

How to avoid a BBQ disaster this summer

Our fav products to make any of your celebrations easier...

May contain affiliate links...

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Glass Dispenser

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Mini Cupcake Pan

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Countertop Ice Maker

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Heavy Duty Tablecloths

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Ice Cream Maker

Our favorite product categories for creating beautiful celebrations...

Decor
Decor

Find a new favorite theme and menu inspiration for your next gathering:

Add a recipe that compliments your party theme:

Items worth celebrating...

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Thanksgiving Pillow Cover 12x20
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Thanksgiving Pillow Cover 12x20

Wish your guests a Happy Thanksgiving anytime they walk into your home with this pillow.

Birch LED Flameless Candles
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Birch LED Flameless Candles

The rustic look of a birch branch as an LED candle with a wax base is a great way to bring a little old fashioned natural cabin look onto the table. We love that these candles add a little look of nature while creating a softer lighting to a cozy dinner party.

Wine Glasses Goblets 12 oz
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Wine Glasses Goblets 12 oz

Any beverage looks amazing in these gorgeous glasses, which we think makes them perfect for Holidays, Special occasions, elegant dinners and events.

Harvest Table Runner
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Harvest Table Runner

Autumn gatherings bring the comfort of home with this autumn table runner with intricate cutouts. The embroidered fall colors against the cream background lightens up and accentuates an autumn theme.

Bamboo Farmhouse Table Runner
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Bamboo Farmhouse Table Runner

This bamboo table runner can be dressed up to be more formal or more relaxed. It is 108" long so it is perfect for banquet and dining tables. This runner creates a great everyday table decor.

Hot Cocoa Metal Sign
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Hot Cocoa Metal Sign

Create the perfect hot chocolate atmosphere with this hot cocoa metal sign. We love that it is made of a high quality metal, has an old-fashioned chalk-design and adorable font.

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