There’s no doubt about it: We love holiday hosting. Whether you’ve got an elegant dinner or a cozy brunch on deck, we’ve got slam-dunk cocktails, hosting tips, and tabletop essentials for the get-together of your dreams. Eat, drink, and be merry.


Making Spirits Bright

Ready the barware: These cocktails are all set for your next holiday fête. Featuring seasonal superstars—like citrus, maple, and warming spices—our round-up of sips has you covered from brunch to fireside drinks.


Host With the Most

Entertaining is no sweat with our go-to hosting tips and tricks, complete with pointers on everything from a magical tablescape to easy, batch-able appetizers (your little helpers for the holiday season).


Holiday Must-Haves

Deck the halls—or your tablescape—with our one-of-a-kind essentials. Serve up your holiday best in the platters, cake stands, and casseroles that do double duty between prep and dinner.

JK Adams Marble & Walnut Wood Rotating Cake Stand

Take It for a Spin

This handsome number is a workhorse: Decorate your cake on the rotating marble top, then transition the whole thing seamlessly to your tablescape. No muss, no fuss.

JK Adams Marble & Walnut Wood Rotating Cake Stand
$125

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VIETRI Italian Ceramic Hand-Painted Holiday Serving Dishes

Evergreen Tableware

These Italian ceramic dishes, hand-painted with elegant trees, are at the top of our wishlist. Buy the whole set for an instant holiday classic.

VIETRI Italian Ceramic Hand-Painted Holiday Serving Dishes

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Food52 x Staub Cast-Iron Mini Round Cocotte, 0.25QT

Small but Mighty

We can’t help ourselves around these mini cocottes—and can you blame us? Use these sturdy lil’ pots for individual side dishes or desserts.

Food52 x Staub Cast-Iron Mini Round Cocotte, 0.25QT
$94.99$99.99

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Handmade Ochre Lidded Casserole Dish

Hot Dish

Oven-safe and lidded (and handmade in New York!), this dreamy, earth-toned casserole is on our holiday guest list.

Handmade Ochre Lidded Casserole Dish
$150

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Mosser Blown Glass Cake Stand Dome

Clear as a Bell

This cloche is the perfect partner for your cake stand. Hand-blown glass keeps your creations on full display (and keeps them fresh in the unlikely event of leftovers).

Mosser Blown Glass Cake Stand Dome
$41$88

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