Hosting Like a Chef: How to Elevate Your Dinner Parties Without Stress
Throwing a dinner party shouldn’t feel like punishment. My goal—both as a chef and as a host—is to make guests feel cared for, and myself feel sane at the end of the night.
Here’s my no-stress formula:
Plan Your Menu Around the Season – Buy what’s freshest and build around that.
Make-ahead is Your Friend – Sauces, dressings, and even some desserts can be prepped days in advance.
Plating is an Illusion – Even the simplest dishes look elevated on a white plate with a sprinkle of herbs or edible flowers.
Serve Something Unexpected – A twist keeps people talking, like lemon-infused olive oil over vanilla ice cream.
When you shift the focus from impressing people to making them feel welcome, you create something memorable—for them and for you.
Upcoming:
August 22nd: Coastal Tasting- SLO (tickets here)
October 16th: Just Desserts (and Wine) (Tickets Here)
