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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 Maggie Sears as she shares her love of hospitality and how she thinks outside the box as she and her husband work to facilitate fellowship. From a yearly fall party to snow-day fun to boat outings with friends, Maggie shares how she and her family build relationships and lasting memories. She offers practical tips on what to pare down, what to keep stocked for easy hosting, and how to make your home a welcoming space for children. Plus, she reveals her unique must-have kitchen item you w...
In this episode, we talk about what it's like to be on the receiving end of hospitality. Micaiah Shaw shares her family's journey through years of medical trials and the many ways her family and friends stepped in to help. We discuss practical forms of hospitality for those in a hard season. You'll hear ideas on ways to help, how to make planning a meal train menu simple, and encouragement for busy moms. We're so glad you're here! Visit www.comeoverfordinner.com for recipes, product links, a...
Join Lauren Johnson as she discusses the art of planning big, memorable events from group baby showers and homeschool conferences to weddings and July 4th bashes. You’ll hear step-by-step tools to simplify the process, starting with a brain dump and organizing your ideas into four key categories. Learn how to delegate (even to young helpers!), create clear signage to communicate with guests, and of course, plan the perfect food. Whether you’re a seasoned host or a first-time planner, this pod...
Join Debi Long as she shares her love of hospitality, from fall fetes and ladies' taco nights to being a part of the hospitality rotation on Sundays at her church. She talks about cooking seasonally, hosting in the yard, and a helpful app to keep recipes organized. She reminds us that table fellowship is a good part of life and to really enjoy those you invite over. Plus, she shares a Greek menu you'll want to try! We're so glad you're here! Visit www.comeoverfordinner.com for recipes, produ...
Join Leslie Taylor as we explore the surprising health benefits of making your own broth, her step-by-step “salad repair manual,” and her universal salad recipe. Leslie shares the one kitchen item she uses more than any other, as well as the secret to the delicious rice she's known for. You’ll also learn why she likes to start recipes early in the day, and the unexpected way she uses shop towels in her home. We also discuss creative options for place tags, a must-have cleaning cloth that outp...
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...
Join 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...
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