Anonymous wrote:Never heard of a progressive dinner. Is it a secret liberal thing ?

WTH?

No, it's a form of dinner party where the a different course is done at different houses, e.g., appetizers, salad, main, dessert. You can have more people attend then people hosting.

I think a thank you note is sufficient, OP, but you're very thoughtful, so I'm sure people will appreciate the wine, but don't expect anything for this kind of party.

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Anonymous wrote:Don't know the answer, but I would think a small box of specialty chocolates/truffles would be better than flowers or wine--and less cumbersome. Something they can enjoy later as a Thank You.

I would do this.

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Anonymous wrote:Don't know the answer, but I would think a small box of specialty chocolates/truffles would be better than flowers or wine--and less cumbersome. Something they can enjoy later as a Thank You.

I would do this.

Wine, obviously. This is a no brainer. Yes, you have to carry it with you. Deal with it.

Don't know the answer, but I would think a small box of specialty chocolates/truffles would be better than flowers or wine--and less cumbersome. Something they can enjoy later as a Thank You.

OP, won't your hostess gifts far exceed the value of the meal? Seems like an expensive meal if you are not participating.

How about the Penzey's mini boxes? They are lightweight, easy to carry, and not too expensive. And anyone who likes to host/cook would probably like them.

Bottle of scotch Is smaller?

Anonymous wrote:Never heard of a progressive dinner. Is it a secret liberal thing ?

That is what my DH thought! Your dinner progresses as you attend a different home. Each home hosts a course.

Also, I think I'll bring a bottle of wine to each home. Thanks for the advice!

Anonymous wrote:Wine. It's not a big deal to carry four bottles of wine, then three, then two, then one. Much less hassle than preparing a course, hosting, and cleaning up afterward.

Especially if you carry 3 bottles and Dh carries 3 bottles.

Never heard of a progressive dinner. Is it a secret liberal thing ?

Wine. It's not a big deal to carry four bottles of wine, then three, then two, then one. Much less hassle than preparing a course, hosting, and cleaning up afterward.

Anonymous wrote:I think the protocol is to host a course.

What about bringing an orchid to each house? Lighter than a bottle of wine. You could place them in a canvas bag and put cardboard from a box around to brace the plants so they don't fall over.

I was invited and the courses are already set. Also, we are about to start a kitchen remodel and are not in a position to host. I thought about flowers. I personally hate potted plants or anything that the host is responsible to care for or decorate with. A bouquet in a mason jar would be okay bc it would be effortless for the hostess, but no easier that wine. There must be an etiquette to this. I've looked a little online to no avail.

I think the protocol is to host a course.

What about bringing an orchid to each house? Lighter than a bottle of wine. You could place them in a canvas bag and put cardboard from a box around to brace the plants so they don't fall over.

I will be attending my first progressive dinner, but will not be the host of any course. It is a neighborhood dinner. t'm not sure exactly how many homes we will attend, my guess is 3-4 based on the size of our neighborhood. I also know that we will be one of the only couples, if not the only couple, attending and not hosting. What do I bring? Do I bring something to each house? I cannot fathom going empty handed, but also cannot imagine bringing multiple bottles of wine with me all night. Should I simply send a thank you note to each host after? Give a thank you/hostess gift after? Is there a protocol? TIA