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So you've told someone, "Come over for dinner!" What's next? Experienced hosts and hostesses share their best advice for planning a meal to serve and help you with detailed tips so you can re-create their amazing dishes in your own home. You'll learn how to make your home warm and welcoming where your guests have a great time and you do too! Find all of the recipes and must-have kitchen items at www.comeoverfordinner.com!
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Join Tamara Latham as she shares practical hospitality tips, starting with a very important one: don’t forget to laugh! If you’re not a natural planner or delegator, Tamara offers encouragement to begin anyway, and your muscles will grow. You’ll hear creative ideas for making the most of a tiny apartment, a fun drink that kids will love, favorite playlists, and delicious recipes, including an elevated twist on classic s’mores. We're so glad you're here! Visit www.comeoverfordinner.com for re...
Join Melissa Knific, a recipe developer with experience at Family Circle, HelloFresh, Rachael Ray, and more, as we discuss her latest project: a cookbook inspired by recipes from all 63 U.S. national parks. Melissa shares a behind-the-scenes look at recipe development, time-saving tricks for busy home cooks, and creative ways to make meals more appealing to kids. She also reveals her go-to kitchen items. One is designed especially for little helpers in the kitchen! We're so glad you're here! ...
Originally from England and now living in Texas, pastor’s wife Nicole Jeffery has become an expert in hosting large groups with ease. She shares the secrets behind her stress-free hospitality, including her favorite store-bought shortcuts that make feeding a crowd both doable and delicious. Nicole encourages us to shift the focus from our own preferences and style to the comfort of our guests. She highlights the crucial difference between entertaining and true hospitality: sharing your life. ...
Join Jenny Brown, a pastor's wife with many years of experience in opening her home to others, as she shares practical wisdom on everyday hospitality. Jenny talks about letting go of excess stuff, numerous uses for sourdough, and why doing the small stuff is a big deal. She offers encouragement to prep in advance, but also to know when to let go of the prep work and the expectations that come with it. Plus, Jenny shares how making your home more inviting can bless your family every day, not j...
1Join Anna Stoltzfus as she discusses why she believes hospitality is an important part of community. She shares how her church’s hospitality home rotation, where families take turns hosting Sunday lunches, creates meaningful fellowship beyond a quick visit Sunday morning. Anna walks through how she prepares in advance to welcome extra guests, offers a clever tip for toy management when kids visit, and explains how her own children join in the clean-up. From setting out drinks and appetizers t...
Join Lavinia Belyavskiy and Mary Spatarel as they share mouthwatering dishes and beloved treats from their Moldovan and Ukrainian heritages. They talk about how to be prepared for spontaneous hospitality, blessing others with a meal, and maintaining a heart posture of service. We discuss the difference between hospitality and entertaining, how to involve kids in the kitchen, and ways to welcome children with special needs. We end with funny stories including some of our boys and their many sh...
Join Carmen Horner as she shares her favorite mouth-watering recipes (and why she always doubles or triples them), a hot tip for finding Staub on sale, and a memorable story that will reveal why she works ahead when planning for company! A seasoned hostess, she offers advice on greeting guests, creating cozy lighting and décor, and including kids in growing food. Plus, we reveal our 10/10 favorite kitchen products! We're so glad you're here! Visit www.comeoverfordinner.com for recipes, produ...
Join Carmen Horner as she shares her favorite mouth-watering recipes (and why she always doubles or triples them), a hot tip for finding Staub on sale, and a memorable story that will reveal why she works ahead when planning for company! A seasoned hostess, she offers advice on greeting guests, creating cozy lighting and décor, and including kids in growing food. Plus, we reveal our 10/10 favorite kitchen products! We're so glad you're here! Visit www.comeoverfordinner.com for recipes, produ...
In this episode, Johanna Ohmes shares practical and encouraging tips for showing hospitality when you're single, especially when hosting overnight guests. She covers simple ways to make guests feel welcome, including thoughtful touches, easy go-to meals, and the importance of good timing and planning. You'll hear how hospitality isn’t reserved for married life and how developing these skills now prepares you well for the future. Plus, get her favorite bathroom cleaning tips and a reminder tha...
Join Christy Steel as she tells how her knowledge went from making boxed mac and cheese to being able to confidently host an event for her entire church. She shares the joy of hosting a yearly Bible Reading Challenge kickoff party, Titus 2 Taco Nights, and welcoming military families from nearby bases into her home. Discover her favorite easy, fast, and delicious recipes, plus practical tips like making a to-do list to involve your family. Christy encourages you to exercise your hospitality m...
Join Allison Weeks from The Art of Home: A Podcast for Homemakers, where she encourages and inspires others in homemaking. She joins me to discuss how homemaking is something we learn and practice over time. Allison explains backwards planning and emphasizes the importance of flexibility and realistic expectations when it comes to hospitality. As homemakers, we're creating a sense of belonging, not just for our families, but also for the guests we welcome into our homes. Allison shares practi...
Jessica Fisher, host of the blog Good Cheap Eats, shares her top tips for saving time and money when preparing meals. She highlights the importance of shopping sales, using what you have, and stocking your freezer. When having groups over, Jessica's favorite routine is a pasta or pizza night. She discusses tips to make guests feel at home and tools to make the job easier. If you're on a budget, this is an episode you don't want to miss! We're so glad you're here! Visit www.comeoverfordinner....
Join Bekah Merkle and Bess Hawthorne as we continue to talk about the rich traditions of Easter. This episode features stories that are sure to make you laugh, including an Easter egg hunt gone wrong and the best lamb Bekah ever had that can never be duplicated. And we finally talk about food! Join us as we explore two different menus and share numerous recipes. You're sure to find something to add to your Easter table! If you missed Part 1, be sure to go back and listen! In part 1, we ...
Join Bekah Merkle and Bess Hawthorne as we explore the culture and traditions of Easter. As the celebration approaches, we discuss practical ways to plan, prepare your heart, and embrace the work with joy. Bekah encourages budgeting cleanup as part of the festivity rather than resenting it. We also consider how Easter celebrations vary across different life stages. And before we wrap up—what should you wear? Stay tuned for Part 2, where we’ll dive into traditions, gifts, and food! We're so gl...
Join Felicity Holt as she explores the unique challenges of offering warm and inviting hospitality while navigating a home renovation. She shares how to create an atmosphere of coziness and cheer, even amidst the chaos, and reveals her must-make soup and the apple pie with a delightful twist. Felicity also dives into the importance of planning ahead, getting kids involved in a way that makes hospitality fun, and her top strategies—like setting up a tool station, stocking up on pantry essentia...
Join Shelly Perkins as she discusses the action of hospitality - starting with family and extending to every guest. From creating a beautiful, casual, and comfortable atmosphere to hosting an allergy-friendly taco bar, Shelly shares practical tips, including the benefits of a Blackstone outdoor griddle. Plus, what does she mean by "just do the thing"? Tune in to find out and discover why the best compliment is when her home feels like home to someone else. We're so glad you're here! Vi...
Join Lori Harlow to dive into the joys and challenges of hosting guests in your home for more than just an overnight stay. We’ll explore what truly matters (and what doesn’t) when creating a welcoming space, the importance of living in community, and how gratitude and perspective shape the experience. Plus, Lori shares tips on serving delicious meals, and her go-to prep strategy: a meal rotation to save time and reduce stress. Tune in for insights on kitchen tools that help you work smarter, ...
Join Jennie Jones as we continue to discuss many forms of unconventional hospitality. From hospital meals to moving vans, discover creative ways to meet the needs around you. We’ll discuss how hospitality changes with life’s seasons and ways to help when a person is going through a trial. Jennie shares an easy breakfast-for-dinner menu that works any time of day! She encourages us to be relaxed and let guests be a part of the prep. Don't miss her recommended desserts! We're so glad you're her...
Join Jennie Jones as we discuss many forms of unconventional hospitality. From hospital meals to moving vans, discover creative ways to meet the needs around you. We’ll discuss how hospitality changes with life’s seasons and ways to help when a person is going through a trial. Jennie shares an easy breakfast-for-dinner menu that works any time of day! She encourages us to be relaxed and let guests be a part of the prep. Don't miss her recommended desserts! We're so glad you're here! Vi...
Join Jen Carlson as she shares the faithfulness of God through life's trials and encourages simple, heartfelt hospitality. Even if you're not a natural planner, Jen offers easy practical tips for creating simple yet delicious recipes that can feed a crowd. Jen gives advice on creating a welcoming space with interior design ideas, cozy lighting, and good music. Plus, she shares how her hospitality influencers inspired her along the way. You'll be inspired too! We're so glad you're here! ...
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