appetizer buffet on a table - Fahrizal 68 / 500px/Getty Images Hosting friends and family is a labor of love. Inevitably, there's one person who arrives too early and distracts you from finishing up ...

The standard party buffet is being cleared away in favorite of playful and creative food and drink stations, and we're not just talking about the dessert bar. Champagne, popcorn, and even potatoes are ...

Hosting a New Year's Day party doesn't have to be overwhelming when it comes to the menu. Start off the new year right by setting up a New Year's Day buffet to easily feed a crowd of partygoers. It's ...

Although the buffet service of a meal originated in 17th century France, it wasn't popular in the United States until after the 1938 New York World's Fair. The Swedes invented a way of showcasing the ...

With the holidays just around the corner, more than a few of us will be hosting a festive dinner party, buffet or potluck. And as pleasant as any holiday event may be, it seems like the moment someone ...

When hosting formal events, which entail a multi-course meal, elegance is of the utmost importance. Supporting pieces, such as chargers, napkin rings, and place cards play a critical role in ensuring ...

A buffet-style party can often mean that you don't have the chance to tell your guests about everything that's in a ...

It's been 31 Christmases since Toronto-born Vancouverite Susan Mendelson launched her catering company, The Lazy Gourmet. Since then, Mendelson has written 10 cookbooks and catered for everyone from ...

If you have guests coming over during the festive period - or just fancy creating a picky tea that is a real feast for the senses - why not have a go at making a grazing table Believe it or not, there ...