June, 2008
Easy Grilling: Asian Kebab Party

June, 2008
Easy Grilling: Do-It-Yourself Kebab Party
F&W’s Tina Ujlaki has a sneaky party strategy: She sets out chunks of meat, poultry, fish and vegetables, then lets guests make and grill their own kebabs.

June, 2008
Easy Grilling: Mediterranean Kebab Party

June, 2008
Easy Grilling: Mexican Kebab Party

June, 2008
Easy Grilling: A Virtuoso Griller’s No-Fuss Dishes
F&W’s Marcia Kiesel, once an overachieving griller, recently cried, “Enough!” and toned down her cooking style.

January, 2008
A Denim & Cocktail Guru’s Mexican Fiesta
When Earnest Sewn denim designer and spirits aficionado Scott Morrison throws a party at his Catskills house, guests hang out at his custom-built bar, drink inventive cocktails and sample Manhattan chef Sue Torres’ delicious Mexican dishes.

December, 2007
Peace, Love & the Perfect Potluck
Lebanese-born fashion consultant Rita Nakouzi and her three best friends— who have roots in Israel, Iran and Montenegro—discuss their unique alliance and their favorite holiday dishes.

November, 2007
The Definition of a Perfect Host
Lexicographer Jesse Sheidlower, author of The F-Word, will study ancient Persian or East African recipes—or the latest cookbook from Charlie Trotter—to find compelling dishes for his famous Manhattan dinner parties.

November, 2007
The Great American Cheese Plate
World-class artisans are making cheese in almost every corner of America, from Oregon to Georgia. Here, the best appear in a truly national cheese course.

November, 2007
Baking From the Heartland
As the pastry chef at one of New York City’s most acclaimed restaurants, Nancy Olson makes everything from madeleines to mousse. But some of her favorite desserts are still the ones she grew up eating in North Dakota.

October, 2007
Harvest Party, Mexican-Style
In her forthcoming book, Fandango, Sandy Hill describes extravagant parties, including an Indian feast complete with elephant rides. But one of her best parties is also her simplest: the Mexican harvest lunch at her vineyard.

October, 2007
Sangria Without Apologies
Sangria has a bad reputation (bargain-basement wine, cheap spirits, soggy fruit), but America's best mixologists are making versions of the drink to be proud of.

October, 2007
Sommeliers: The New Party Essentials
Sommeliers and other wine experts are leaving the restaurant floor in order to lead tastings at dinner parties in private homes. Here, a user's guide.

July, 2007
Best New Pisco Cocktails
Skip the mojitos: Pisco, the South American spirit, is the base for this summer’s tastiest cocktails, says F&W’s Nick Fauchald.

June, 2007
Mark Zeff & Juli B.

April, 2007
Wine Country Kitchen
A Sonoma vintner and her tea-impresario husband use their beautiful outdoor kitchen for everything from weeknight dinners to blowout parties.

December, 2006
The Greatest Party Playlists
To find the most compelling music for holiday parties, audiophile Charlotte Druckman turned to the pros behind the best restaurant soundtracks.

November, 2006
Design Your Own Dream Plate
Ever wished for china that matched the exact color of your dining room walls? Custom plates are the solution. Here, top artisans to fulfill your fantasies.

November, 2006
Beth Arrowood

October, 2006
A Chefs' Picnic by the Bay
Enticed by Long Island wine country, chef Gerry Hayden and his wife, pastry whiz Claudia Fleming, recently opened a restaurant and inn there—an ideal spot for dreamy picnics.

September, 2006
Teutonic Plates
The brothers behind Germany's Sieger Design, maker of a bold new china line, shake things up.

August, 2006
Cocktail Clinic
At the new Sidebar, Italian-born Vincenzo Marianella creates some of L.A.'s most sensational cocktails. Here, his rules for summer drinks.

May, 2006
Agatha Ruiz de la Prada

March, 2006
Designer Miles Redd
Miles Redd, one of the greatest young designers working today, is the creative director for Oscar de la Renta Home. Redd entertains with old-world graciousness, yet also adds a modern sense of whimsy and surprise.

January, 2006
A Party Cure-All

November, 2005
Nathan Turner

October, 2005
Entertaining: Maximilian Riedel
Chief executive of Riedel Crystal of America and designer of the stemless "O" glasses, Maximilian Riedel entertains with enviable elegance. Here he shares advice on how to give a great party—in the United States, Italy or his native Austria.

September, 2005
Zen Style

August, 2005
Olatz Schnabel

July, 2005
Laura Werlin
Laura Werlin, one of the country's top cheese experts, has written three books on the topic, including Great Grilled Cheese. Here she outlines the basics for a cheese party, from condiments to wines.

June, 2005
Tara Guérard
Tara Guérard, the founder of Soirée, a Charleston event-planning company, will do anything to make a party stand out—even take tree branches from her neighbors to display seating cards. Here, more of her style ideas.

May, 2005
Wendy Wurtzburger

March, 2005
Marian McEvoy

December, 2004
Thomas O'Brien
At his revamped Manhattan home-furnishings store, Aero, designer Thomas O'Brien displays both vintage finds and tableware of his own design. Here, this veteran party-thrower reveals his favorite ideas for Christmas.

November, 2004
Ina Garten

October, 2004
Wine Shop Owners Jack & Jill Levy

September, 2004
Serena Bass

July, 2004
Designing Host | Glenn Pushelberg
He's kept busy by clients like Tiffany, but designer Glenn Pushelberg still has plenty of parties.

June, 2004
Party Girl Primer | Erika Lenkert
Erika Lenkert, author of "The Last-Minute Party Girl," names her favorite entertaining extras, from frozen limeade to toy cupcake tins.

May, 2004
Straight From the Hip | Kelly Wearstler's L.A. Style
Kelly Wearstler, one of Los Angeles's hippest interior designers, shares cheeky ideas for giving parties with unexpected style—from setting a great table to dining atop a swimming pool.

April, 2004
Party Bliss | Rita Konig
Rita Konig, the London-based author of "Domestic Bliss," shares her must-haves for entertaining and the tactics that allow her to actually have fun at her own parties.

March, 2004
French Laundry's Lessons
Laura Cunningham, general manager of Napa Valley's French Laundry and consultant at Manhattan's new Per Se, explains how she creates a unique mood—both at the restaurants and at the dinners she gives with her partner, chef Thomas Keller.

December, 2003
Look-Alike Luxe | Blowout and Bargain Parties
Caviar or trout roe, silver or silver plate: you can entertain elegantly whether you spend a lot or a little. here, the most stylish alternatives.

November, 2003
Old China, New Look
From a place-card holder bought at a souvenir shop to a scattering of delicate buds in bright vases, the unexpected touches here update classic plates.

October, 2003
Play's the Thing | A Game Party
Everyone's a winner at this game party, especially when the prizes are delicious.

June, 2003
Party Tech
Smart new gadgets for the tech-savvy host: DVD favors, CD invitations and more.

May, 2003
A Hot Tea Party
Tea bag place cards, japanese sweets, colorful sandwiches and more lively ideas for an untraditional tea party.

April, 2003
Party Animal | A Pig Roast
At a New Jersey Fête du Cochon, 200 guests meet one 550-pound pig. plus, tips on how to throw your own pig roast.