Hosting a memorable dinner party has many moving parts, but these hints and tips from professionals will help you put on a real show for guests. We asked food, wine and dining experts for their advice on hosting the perfect evening for friends and family.
The concept of dinner parties is often associated with the '70s and '80s eras of hosting, where coming together for a riotous evening with friends was a regular occurrence - for many people, the food came secondary. After all, being a good host is about so much more than providing a good meal. It's usually the ambience and mood that people will remember most.
