Dinner party summer

Recipe and photos By Cody Owens I’m a big fan of foods that seem fancy but in reality are pretty simple. A well-executed French omelet, crab legs, tartines, a cheese board, mussels in white wine sauce . . . you get the idea. At least for me, eating these kinds of foods brings with it a certain level of, “Wow! Look at me! I’m so fancy!” but also the realization that just about anyone can make them with a little practice. This Tomato Confit and Whipped Feta recipe definitely checks all those…

Impress your guests with this easy and flavorful grilled peach and burrata salad recipe. Topped with toasted almonds and Turkish chili flakes, this dish is a perfect balance of sweet and savory.

A luxe, maximalist, colorful, al fresco dinner party at Wrensmoor Castle, a Los Angeles private estate venue that is reminiscent of a Parisian Château

Last week we had the pleasure of guest-gramming over at The Fraser Valley! If you’re not familiar with guest-gramming, it basically means that we got to log into someone else’s Instagram account and post videos for a week! We got to introduce ourselves to their friends who may not have heard of Lepp Farm Market […]

Ever since adding my Italian-kitchen inspired peel and stick tile to my kitchen, I’ve been dreaming of hosting a ‘Summer in Italy’ themed dinner party. If I’m cooking, nine times out of ten it’s going to be Italian. I love whipping up fresh pasta and pairing it with seasonal produce and fresh antipasti. For this […]

There's something magical about an Italian dinner party that brings people together through the love of tasty and healthy dishes, great company, and a touch of elegance.

So, you've decided to host your first dinner party? I've got you covered with my tips & entertaining essentials for the perfect party.

For when it's too hot to turn on the stove, stove-free recipes for the summer.

Learn how to host a simple yet stylish dinner party with tips from HGTV.