Entertaining
Our Everyday Entertaining expert tips, recipes, planning ideas, DIY decor, and checklists make your event go perfectly from start to finish.
How to Create a Balanced and Beautiful Charcuterie Board, Straight From the Pros
8 Tips From Mixologists That Will Help You Shake (or Stir) the Best Cocktails
19 Answers to Your Most Common Holiday Party Etiquette Questions
How to Cook for a Crowd When You Have Limited Oven Space
12 Holiday Party Mistakes Guests Make—and How to Avoid Them, According to Etiquette Experts
How to Prepare Your Home to Host a Beautiful Thanksgiving Celebration
A Thanksgiving Feast to Remember
22 Stylish Essentials to Help You Set Your Best Thanksgiving Table Yet
The 10 Best Turkey Platters to Show Off Your Bird This Thanksgiving
11 Festive Serving Platters You'll Use for Every Holiday Meal
22 Home Bar Ideas That Will Transform Your Space Into the Ultimate Entertaining Spot
How to Create Fall Centerpieces From Vintage Metal Bakeware
15 Beautiful Thanksgiving Decorations to Shop This Harvest Season
All the Essentials You Need for a Well-Stocked Home Bar
How to Celebrate Fall Like Martha—From Making a Halloween Costume to Decorating Your Home
40 Fall Décor Ideas to Get Your Home Ready for Autumn
10 Ways to Upgrade Your Summer Cocktails
11 Foods and Drinks You Should Never Serve at an Outdoor Party
Outdoor Gatherings: Our Guide to Casual Yet Elevated Summer Entertaining
11 Tips for Setting an Outdoor Table That Will Make Dining Al Fresco So Much Easier
How to Host a Casual Outdoor Dinner Party That Still Feels Elevated
7 Ways to Keep Guests Cool at a Summer Party
Buffet or Family Style? How to Choose the Right Food Service for Your Next Summer Gathering
How to Set Up a Self-Serve Bar for Easy Outdoor Entertaining
7 Common Hosting Mistakes to Avoid for a Fun and Stress-Free Party
9 Table Runners That Will Add Color and Character to Your Tablescapes
The Right Number of Glasses to Buy for Everyday Use and Entertaining
20 Essentials That Make Outdoor Entertaining More Comfortable for Your Guests
The 10 Best Party Games for Adults
14 Outdoor Games and Activities for Your Best Summer Ever
6 Things to Always Clean Before Guests Come Over
How to Throw a Party the Martha Way—From Planning a Curated Menu to Designing a Beautiful Tablescape
Small-Space Patio Furniture That Will Maximize Your Backyard's Entertaining Potential
5 Areas You Should Always Organize Before Guests Come Over
Your Guide to Hosting a Modern Afternoon Tea Party
How to Organize a Successful Potluck, According to Chefs and Entertaining Experts
How to Plan a Successful Party in 11 Easy Steps
54 Creative Wedding Favors Your Guests Will Be Excited to Take Home
12 Tasty Sides to Serve with Burgers (Other Than Fries!)
12 Stunning Table Décor Ideas to Elevate Any Meal
How to Set a Formal Dinner Table, According to Etiquette Experts
How to Fold a Napkin in 13 Beautiful Ways
How to Build a Salsa Board, an Easy, Colorful Appetizer Perfect for Sharing
32 Winning Appetizers, Sides, and Desserts for When You Need to Bring a Dish
Father of the Bride Speeches That Knocked It Out of the Park
46 Bridal Shower Games and Activities Your Guests Will Actually Enjoy
Basic Chicken Soup
Apple Crisp
Lasagna With Meat Sauce
Peach Crumble
Shredded Beef Chuck Roast
Everyday Vegetable Soup
Simple Poached Salmon
Chocolate Soufflé
14 Types of Pumpkins You'll See This Fall
12 Essentials That Will Help You Host a Martha-Approved Christmas Party
How to Host a Cookie Swap, the Sweetest of All Holiday Parties
20 Special Date-Night Recipes for Two
Learn How to Make This 3D Floral Canvas Wall Art, a DIY That's Perfect for Valentine's Day
33 Super Bowl Desserts That (Almost) Taste Sweeter Than Winning
19 of the Most Beautiful Valentine's Day Decoration Ideas for Your Home
20 Valentine's Day Crafts That Beautifully Feature Flowers
19 Hanukkah Dinner Recipes the Whole Family Will Love