one of the best things about a great dinner party is the long, lingering, "don't-want-this-night-to-end" feeling that engulfs a table and makes you feel like you're the luckiest person on the planet.
it's something about the coming together of a mix of people, the varying topics of conversation that flow, the smiles, the laughter... all enhanced by a delicious meal prepared with love, and wine that flows more and more as the night passes by. it encapsulates the essence of togetherness and provides a fullness of the heart that i truly cherish.
and it's these feelings that make me love preparing a table. setting the stage where the magic will later unfold. whether you take an elaborate or simple approach, a well thought out table looks beautiful and sets the tone for your evening.
and because we can all probably use a little refresher:
- forks go on the left (smallest on the outside working up to biggest closest to the plate)
- knife lives to the right of the plate
- spoon sits to the right of the knife
- bread plate goes in the upper left corner
- wine & water glasses in the upper right
now, dim the lights & don't for get the candles... or the flowers. or any other little tchotchkes that will spark conversation & help set the mood.
we'll be over soon. can't wait to see you.
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