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Welcoming Weekend Guests: 5 Ways to Make It Memorable

Find more ideas for hosting friends from dinner parties to gorgeous guest rooms here.

By Jennifer Huskey
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4. Stock the Pantry
« 3. Guest-Proof the Main Rooms | 5. Work Out a Schedule »
Unless you want to be sweating in the kitchen while you're guests are in town, it's best to rely on simple meals and appetizers that can be prepared before they arrive and just heated come time to eat. For breakfast, Pam Hix relies on doughnuts, bagels, pastries and a variety pack of single-serving cereal boxes for an easy morning feast that stays fresh for late-sleeping guests. For mid-day munchies, offer up a crudite and fruit platter and a couple of warm chip-and-dip combos to keep everyone satisfied until dinner. Also, be sure to have an ample supply of bottled water so guests can grab and go.


1. Do Your Pre-Visit Planning

2. Gather Guest Necessities

3. Guest-Proof the Main Rooms

4. Stock the Pantry

5. Work Out a Schedule
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