No more scrambling as guests arrive or forgetting to pop the chicken in the oven on time!

Especially if you’re solo-hosting!

(If its the day-of, ideally youll have already decided on themenu.)

1950s Housewife Cooking

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It’s important to first evaluate any recipe you’re using and the timing required for dish.

Heres an example of part of a recent dinner party prep list of mine.

Dinner party table with Vietri serveware

Credit:Alison Gootee; Styling: Raina Kattleson

Alarms for Cooking for a Dinner Party

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Vintage Kitchen Sink Dishes

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