Who’s with me that there can be a lot of effort over a bird that often gets passed over for the sides? Simplify holiday hosting with a few simple shortcuts so you can be a guest at your own gathering. Thanksgiving is a holiday rich in autumn colors, tastes, and intimacy–perfect for small gatherings long on eating and relaxing.
Go easy on yourself this Thanksgiving with simple dishes and creative touches.
Creating a Simple Thanksgiving Holiday
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- Add something bold to the table, like a table runner with an orange stripe.
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- Holiday cookies add to the decor.
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- Personalize with your favorite accents, such as embroidered cocktail napkins.
Menu: Only cook what you love, let the stores be your assistant with its assortment of ready made items, notably time-consuming sides like fresh mashed potatoes. You’ll enjoy entertaining more as a result.
Table setting: Basic white is a great foundation to allow the food and accents to stand out. Set your table and buffet with simple dinnerware and embellish with colorful linens, candles and accessories.
Personalize: Mix in pieces that are special to you, such as family heirlooms, cocktail napkins or a recent splurge like a table runner with bold colors. The beauty of having a predominantly white foundation is it allows you to go bolder with the accessories.
Food as Decor: The Thanksgiving meal is so exquisite, the food becomes part of the decor. Aside from traditional dishes, enliven with a few unexpected choices like holiday cookies and desserts.
Favors: It’s always appreciated to give guests a holiday favor, like chocolate turkeys in a cup, a craft or bundle of spices.
Resources:
White pedestal plate: Pillivuyt
Pink pedestal plate: Rosanna Inc.
Pink Asiatic cake stand: Burleigh
Chocolate turkey: Madelaine Chocolate Company
Pink tea cup: Ruby Lane
