Until a few months ago, the thought of hosting a dinner party filled me with dread. I was convinced that to invite people to dine in my home, the space needed to be sparkling clean. The meal needed to ...

Everyone, everywhere, it seems, is planning to throw or attend some kind of epic, food-focused soiree. Whether a full-on multi-course feast, a casual tinned-fish-and-snack get together, a ...