So I have to think about a menu that maybe doesn't use the oven. You might think of this dream dinner party menu that you so want to make for people, but your home just is not feasible to do it.

A memorable party menu really needs a star. It makes guests feel special as soon as they arrive. The host doesn’t have to be chained to the cooker either.

Skip the cheese course. You don’t even need a dessert. While the nights are still chilly, this stew recipe will satisfy single-handedly and leave you free to raise a glass with your guests.

This menu gives you options: Choose five courses or two, prep a couple days out or the day of, ... You can still throw a great dinner party with time, budget or space constraints.

Originally published June 4, 2003 By Kathy Casey, former Taste contributor . DINNER PARTY MENUS are popular among Dishing readers, so here’s my idea for a summertime dinner with friends, made up ...

The party menu featured Chick-fil-A nuggets, sweet tea, sour candies and a cereal bar. And her guests ate the theme right up. "People were like, 'This is like no other baby shower I've ever been ...

With this winter dinner party menu—which includes everything from cocktails to seasonal appetizers, side dishes and d. I adore having my friends and family over for dinner parties.

Most of the time, I take a very casual approach to having guests for dinner. I don’t mind doing a little cooking while people hang out in the kitchen; in fact, I enjoy it.

Oscars party menu ideas: Recipes for each best picture nominee If you're having friends over to watch Hollywood's biggest night, we've got 10 recipes that will at least work on a conceptual level.

Chef Jason Fullilove describes his menu for the Grammy celebration as "fresh, modern, exotic" It turns out, music's most exciting night is also delicious! Following the 65th Grammy Awards on Feb ...