How to host a winter dinner party
Breathing life and friendship into the colder months is always a challenge. The chill in the air calls out to our inner recluse; we inadvertently spend more time in doors and less time with friends and family. Set a night aside and gather your loved ones over an exquisite meal.
THE COSY SOUP PARTY
A winter soup party is the perfect, informal cosy get together. But while it is quite casual, it does require a bit of planning. Here are some tips:
Ensure that you have a good variety of soups to serve.
Select delicious toppings and sides but make sure they don't steal the show, remember the soup is the hero.
Consider how you will serve and how you will seat. Soup is swishy and sloppy and most people might not feel comfortable eating it standing around.
What about dessert? Every soiree needs a sweet ending. Read more about our favourite winter desserts.
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THE MOVIE NIGHT
Snuggling up on the couch, binge watching movies or your favourite TV series is the perfect winter distraction. Adding a few friends or family members makes for an unforgettable night in. Here are few tips to get you started:
Set up a buffet table in your living room laden with delicious snacks to start.
A pot of stew simmering on the stove makes for a fuss-free, casual main course - we love this beef stew with roasted garlic mash.
Prepare something sweet to end off the night, these panna cotta pots are excellent because they can be made in advance.
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THE CLASSIC SIT DOWN DINNER
Dinner parties don't have to be grand formal affairs, in fact, we belive that the best best way to gather loved ones is over a cosy, informal meal. The colder months are the perfect time for it. We've put together a simple, fuss-free dinner party menu for the perfect laid back feast.
STARTER:Roasted shallot tart with goat's cheese & honey - perfect as it does not need to be served seated, guests can mingle and munch while you put the finishing touches on the main course.
MAIN:Red wine & garlic braised oxtail stew served with a warm roasted carrot salad - oxtail cooks slowly, pop it into the oven 3-4 hours before guests arrive.
DESSERT:Why, cheese of course! Read more about putting together the perfect cheese board and shop our range of speciality cheeses.
What about wine? Read more about pairing wine and food the right way.
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