There was a time when throwing a dinner party wasn’t just about feeding guests — it was also about making a statement. Unsurprisingly, a good roast or salad wouldn’t cut it. You needed presentation, ...

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The dinner party is changing – in 2026 it is less about the perfect table setting and more about the shared experience. Across Europe entertaining is becoming more domestic. Rising restaurant prices, ...

After pouring blood, sweat, and tears into cooking, setting the table is like the final boss of entertaining. Now, as more and more people become aware of the concept of a “tablescape,” having a table ...

That’s what Patrick O’Halloran often tells guests when they settle in for a dinner party at The Deliciouser, a spice shop and events space. It means the table isn’t turning over to a later seating.

For Tyler Tep, 26, one dinner party sparked a movement in social dining.