Garten shared how exactly she goes about setting a table in an early 2000s issue of House Beautiful. At the time the now 73-year-old had a column in the publication called Ask the Barefoot Contessa.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." 'Tis the season for gathering with family and friends in the most celebratory fashion, with many of these ...

The intricacies of table settings have gone the way of butlers and parasol flirtations, calling cards and dressing for dinner. But that may be changing. After all, Downton Abbey was wildly popular for ...

With so many great finds at dollar stores these days, you can stock up on glassware and plateware and easily stay under ...

Table settings will vary depending on the type of event and the food being served. Set up silverware and glassware so guests can work from the outside in and top to bottom. A floral centerpiece is a ...

I am the kind of person who bumps into you in the street and insists that you to join us for dinner. I have a habit of planning a supper party for four, then six, and then — by the logic that to cook ...

Dinner parties with family and friends are a lot of fun. Although it is the scrumptious food everyone looks forward to, the way it is served helps set the tone for the evening. Formal table settings ...

Napkins on the right or the left? Which way does the knife face, anyway? Sometimes it’s just plain hard to remember. Follow this guide and your table will look picture perfect, whether you're going ...

One of my favorite movies of all time is "Pretty Woman." One of my favorite parts of the movie is when Vivian has to ask Barney to help her learn table manners. That scene sets up the concept of table ...

Diwali is just around the corner and we are doing all the preparations to make the festival special. Some like to enjoy with family, while some throw parties to gather all the close people under one ...