34 Best Dinner Party
34 Best Dinner Party Ideas

Looking for some good ideas for a dinner party? I get really excited about the idea of hosting a dinner party, the thought of getting to have friends over to celebrate over a meal just makes me smile. What better occasion than to try some new recipes, too, right? If you are looking for some of the best ideas for recipes to serve at that next big event, then look no further. From cheese and charcuterie boards to chips and dips to savory salads, you are going to love every single one of these ideas, and all are perfect for serving a crowd. Need drink ideas? We have those covered, too. Think champagne cocktails and pink lemonade. Mmmm. Decor, too? You bet. We included some of our favorite dinner party decor ideas as well. Get to planning, we have it all covered for you here. Let me know when my invite is on its way!

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1. Bruschetta Bar

whatsgabycooking

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Bruschetta Bar, a make ahead menu star, easy to double when company is coming over and a dish that gets requested every time

2. Apple Cranberry Bacon Candied Walnut Salad with Apple Poppy Seed Vinaigrette

carlsbadcravings

Apple Cranberry Bacon Candied Walnut Salad with Apple Poppy Seed Vinaigrette, easy to double when company is coming over

4. Dinner Party Decor

ciaonewportbeach

Dinner Party Decor, easy to scale up for a full batch and a finishing touch that ties the room together

5. Rustic Wine Dinner Party

fantabulosity

Rustic Wine Dinner Party, an entertaining essential, a fast weekend build even for a novice and a keepsake worth handing down

6. Dinner Party On A Dime

thezoereport

Dinner Party On A Dime, flexible enough to fit whatever materials are on hand and a piece worth keeping out on display

9. Peach Lemonade

flavorite

Peach Lemonade, forgiving enough to adjust how sweet it is and the drink everyone goes back for a second glass of

10. DIY Fruit Garland Centerpiece

thepartysociety

DIY Fruit Garland Centerpiece, an entertaining essential, easy to scale up for a full batch and a keepsake worth handing down

11. Mason Jar Desserts

diyjoy

Mason Jar Desserts, low effort once the ingredients are prepped and leftovers that taste even better the next day

13. Fresh Cucumber Roll-Ups

superhealthykids

Fresh Cucumber Roll-Ups, flexible enough to swap in whatever produce is in season and comfort food that beats a takeout order

15. Cajun Shrimp Guacamole Bites

joyfulhealthyeats

Cajun Shrimp Guacamole Bites, a make ahead menu star, easy to scale up for a crowd and a dish that looks as good as it tastes

16. Sparkling Cranberry Pineapple Punch

natashaskitchen

Sparkling Cranberry Pineapple Punch, a frosty seasonal treat, low effort once the ingredients are chilled

17. Lebanese Pumpkin Hummus

lazycatkitchen

Lebanese Pumpkin Hummus, no special equipment needed to pull this off and the recipe that gets pinned and actually gets made

18. Bread Dipping Bar

blovelyevents

Bread Dipping Bar, a make ahead menu star, easy to scale up for a crowd and a meal worth clearing the calendar for

19. Champagne Jello Cups

thefirstyearblog

Champagne Jello Cups, cheap to make a double batch of for later and the drink that disappears first at every gathering

21. Copycat Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits

cookingwithjanica

Copycat Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits, easy to double when company is coming over and a bowl worth going back for seconds

22. Angel Berry Trifle

jocooks

Angel Berry Trifle, a make ahead menu star, easy to double when company is coming over and a plate that never has leftovers

23. Light And Buttery Dinner Rolls

inquiringchef

Light And Buttery Dinner Rolls, forgiving enough to tweak with whatever is in the fridge and a plate that never has leftovers

24. Mexican Chopped Salad

thecafesucrefarine

Mexican Chopped Salad, forgiving enough to tweak with whatever is in the fridge and flavor that tastes like it took all day

25. Raclette Dinner Party

crateandbarrel

Raclette Dinner Party, an entertaining essential, a fast weekend build even for a novice and a detail guests always ask about

26. Non Alcoholic Sangria

lovebakesgoodcakes

Non Alcoholic Sangria, forgiving enough to adjust how sweet it is and the drink everyone goes back for a second glass of

27. Budget Centerpiece

annsbridalbargains

Budget Centerpiece, a fast weekend build even for a novice and a look that beats anything from a store

28. Soy-Lemon Flank Steak with Arugula

thismamacooks

Soy-Lemon Flank Steak with Arugula, a make ahead menu star, easy to scale up for a crowd and a plate that never has leftovers

29. Cherry Cheesecake Shooters

thepioneerwoman

Cherry Cheesecake Shooters, gentle on the budget even for a full crowd and flavor that beats anything poured from a bottle

30. Smoked Salmon Canapés With Cream Cheese

redonline

Smoked Salmon Canapés With Cream Cheese, a fast weeknight fix even on a busy night and a dish that looks as good as it tastes

31. Blackberry Bourbon Smash

kitchenswagger

Blackberry Bourbon Smash, a frosty seasonal treat, quick to mix a second batch once the first one runs low

33. Wedge Salad-Zupas

cafezupas

Wedge Salad-Zupas, no special equipment needed to pull this off and the recipe that gets pinned and actually gets made

34. Slow Cooker Spiked Cider

fitslowcookerqueen

Slow Cooker Spiked Cider, easy enough to make a virgin version alongside it and a sip that reads like it came from a real bar

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Since I lover experiments, I’ve alwaysnloved to create, paint, as well as cook and style food. I feel in love with DIY as soon as I discovered it and could not have been more excited when I learned I could share projects with people around the world. Taking photos is a passion of mine, as is design and painting with oils. I love holidays and celebrations, crafting cute little gifts and serving up at least one new recipe I am excited about.

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