Why host back-to-back dinner parties? Sometimes consecutive parties are worthy of your efforts for a few reasons.
Stuart and I occasionally host two dinners back to back because we either can’t fit two parties into our travel plans, to accommodate the demands of holiday schedules, or to adjust to our guests’ availability.
While it might initially sound daunting, there are several unique benefits to holding parties in succession, if ever you need to:
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The silver is polished
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The flowers are arranged
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Your house is tidied up
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You can cook or cater enough for two nights, so whatever you are serving will all be made in advance
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The wine is purchased, the bar is stocked
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You can invite twice as many guests as you can sit at your table
One benefit of two parties in a row is that after the first party, all you need to do is set the table again! And yes, it helps to have a server or staff to clean the glasses, dishes and launder and press the linens, but after the second party, you can then sit back (or collapse!) and celebrate your accomplishment!
Friends are a gift you give yourself. If your situation requires you to host two consecutive parties, it’s not so bad… you’ll double the gift of being with friends!
Xx
Holly
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