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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I think it's poor hosting to make everything ahead. Desserts? Okay. Salad (without dressing) maybe okay. Fancy bread with dinner? Okay. But if I'm not willing to put in the time and effort, why am I even bothering to have these people over? They deserve high quality, tasty meals. [/quote] When I visit someone’s home, I am there for the company rather than the food - I have food at home. While I enjoy good food and appreciate whatever time, money, and effort my hosts devote to the occasion, I would much rather chip in for pizza or take a covered dish to a potluck than to have a host(ess) who is too busy and/or stressed out to socialize with their guests and enjoy their own party.[/quote] I completely agree with this, I would much rather have a relaxed host who has ordered/made ahead but is enjoying the party. Recently went to a friend's house and her DH is an excellent cook and they are the most gracious couple but I felt so bad bc they had 3 families with kids over and they served a sit down dinner and he seemed generally stressed running around and trying to do everything. Everyone tried to help but I think it can just be tricky to host this type of gathering without help. Much easier and stress free to do a buffet type dinner and keep it casual unless it is a very small gathering with adults.[/quote]
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