Bess Hawthorne
So you've told someone, "Come over for dinner!" What's next? Experienced hosts and hostesses share their best advice for planning a meal to serve and help you with detailed tips so you can re-create their amazing dishes in your own home. You'll learn how to make your home warm and welcoming where your guests have a great time and you do too! Find all of the recipes and must-have kitchen items at www.comeoverfordinner.com!
4d ago
Immigrating from Russia as a teen, Nicole Shuparski offers a unique perspective on serving others including a humorous look into life on her church’s hospitality committee. From the cauldron-sized pot she uses for her beloved clam chowder to the oar she stirs it with, Nicole shares her must-have tools and reliable recipes, including trusted King Arthur Baking classics. She highlights the importance of writing out a plan, staying flexible, and keeping a good attitude. Nicole also reminds those who are married to be in sync with their husband's vision for hospitality and to avoid comparison to others. We're so glad you're here! Visit www.comeoverfordinner.com for recipes, product links, and more!
Dec 4
Join Maggie Sears as she shares her love of hospitality and how she thinks outside the box as she and her husband work to facilitate fellowship. From a yearly fall party to snow-day fun to boat outings with friends, Maggie shares how she and her family build relationships and lasting memories. She offers practical tips on what to pare down, what to keep stocked for easy hosting, and how to make your home a welcoming space for children. Plus, she reveals her unique must-have kitchen item you won’t want to miss! We're so glad you're here! Visit www.comeoverfordinner.com for recipes, product links, and more!
Nov 20
In this episode, we talk about what it's like to be on the receiving end of hospitality. Micaiah Shaw shares her family's journey through years of medical trials and the many ways her family and friends stepped in to help. We discuss practical forms of hospitality for those in a hard season. You'll hear ideas on ways to help, how to make planning a meal train menu simple, and encouragement for busy moms. We're so glad you're here! Visit www.comeoverfordinner.com for recipes, product links, and more!
Nov 6
Join Lauren Johnson as she discusses the art of planning big, memorable events from group baby showers and homeschool conferences to weddings and July 4th bashes. You’ll hear step-by-step tools to simplify the process, starting with a brain dump and organizing your ideas into four key categories. Learn how to delegate (even to young helpers!), create clear signage to communicate with guests, and of course, plan the perfect food. Whether you’re a seasoned host or a first-time planner, this podcast will help you turn chaos into celebration! We're so glad you're here! Visit www.comeoverfordinner.com for recipes, product links, and more!
Oct 23
Join Debi Long as she shares her love of hospitality, from fall fetes and ladies' taco nights to being a part of the hospitality rotation on Sundays at her church. She talks about cooking seasonally, hosting in the yard, and a helpful app to keep recipes organized. She reminds us that table fellowship is a good part of life and to really enjoy those you invite over. Plus, she shares a Greek menu you'll want to try! We're so glad you're here! Visit www.comeoverfordinner.com for recipes, product links, and more!
Oct 9
Join Leslie Taylor as we explore the surprising health benefits of making your own broth, her step-by-step “salad repair manual,” and her universal salad recipe. Leslie shares the one kitchen item she uses more than any other, as well as the secret to the delicious rice she's known for. You’ll also learn why she likes to start recipes early in the day, and the unexpected way she uses shop towels in her home. We also discuss creative options for place tags, a must-have cleaning cloth that outperforms the rest, and the absolute best napkins you can buy. We're so glad you're here! Visit www.comeoverfordinner.com for recipes, product links, and more!
Sep 25
Join Tamara Latham as she shares practical hospitality tips, starting with a very important one: don’t forget to laugh! If you’re not a natural planner or delegator, Tamara offers encouragement to begin anyway, and your muscles will grow. You’ll hear creative ideas for making the most of a tiny apartment, a fun drink that kids will love, favorite playlists, and delicious recipes, including an elevated twist on classic s’mores. We're so glad you're here! Visit www.comeoverfordinner.com for recipes, product links, and more!
Sep 11
Join Melissa Knific , a recipe developer with experience at Family Circle, HelloFresh, Rachael Ray, and more, as we discuss her latest project: a cookbook inspired by recipes from all 63 U.S. national parks. Melissa shares a behind-the-scenes look at recipe development, time-saving tricks for busy home cooks, and creative ways to make meals more appealing to kids. She also reveals her go-to kitchen items. One is designed especially for little helpers in the kitchen! We're so glad you're here! Visit www.comeoverfordinner.com for recipes, product links, and more!