CHRISTMAS ENTERTAINING FAVORITES

This time of year is my favorite for going all out when entertaining – whether it’s just for me, the hubby and the kids or if we’re having friends and family, I like to add all the little touches that make it extra special for the Christmas season. With memories tied so deeply to our feelings, I like knowing that guests leave my house knowing that I pulled out all the stops just for them, even if they don’t necessarily remember what I cooked or served. We don’t do a lot of big dinners during the holiday season, but we do have friends for apps and cocktails or wine quite often, so today I’m sharing a few of my favorite pieces for hosting:

Rattan ice bucket / Similar wooden boards / Similar salt and pepper shakers / French wine glasses

Wood boards and marble pastry slabs are perfect for charcuterie, silver trays for creating a makeshift bar section or setting champagne coups and little dipping bowls and appetizer plates are a must! I am obsessed with my rattan ice bucket and use it year round, but it looks especially festive alongside some fresh greenery at Christmas. Here are a few of other favorite entertaining pieces that are perfect for hosting year round, but are even more special during the holidays:

Wood boards / Wine glasses / Rattan ice bucket / Silver tray / Champagne bucket (works for wine, too!) / Oak handled bread knife / Dipping bowls / Appetizer plates / Marble pastry slab / Laguiole cheese set

Happy Friday!