THE CLASSIC SIT DOWN DINNER

Winter is the ideal time to show off your hosting skills while indulging in a delicious home-cooked meal. Invite good friends or family over and set the scene with soft, soulful music, warm lighting and a crackling fire in the furnace.

You can keep it casual or go all out fabulous! For a calmer night, keep the atmosphere relaxed and informal. Alternatively, go to town with a theme and dress up the room for a more formal affair. Here are five things you need for a memorable winter dinner party:

Great food. Choose a delicious starter, main and dessert that will leave your guests happy and satisfied.
Ensure that you have a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks on hand to cover all of your bases.
Your playlist will set the tone for the evening. Choose up tempo music to get your guests in the mood to dance, or softer music for a cosier, more slow-paced evening.
Good company. From family to friends, this is the ideal occasion to have a proper catch up with those closest to you. Mix and mingle and swap seats during the night so that you have a chance to chat with everyone.
A stylish dining room table and comfortable dining chairs will make a great impression on your guests. Make your dining area inviting by choosing a classically designed dining room table and comfortable chairs that will allow your guests to feel relaxed and at home. A table that is built to last will give you many years of dining pleasure, hosting family and friends!