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So you've told someone, "Come over for dinner!" What's next? Experienced hosts and hostesses share their best advice for planning a meal to serve and help you with detailed tips so you can re-create their amazing dishes in your own home. You'll learn how to make your home warm and welcoming where your guests have a great time and you do too!
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Join Rachel Oliver, pastor’s wife, church event coordinator, and weekly Sabbath dinner host, as she shares a flavorful menu, a dessert perfect for fall, and the joy of hosting a women’s fellowship gathering in her home. Rachel reminds us that hospitality looks different in different seasons of life and shares how to get past the fear of hosting. We discuss practical tips like keeping food warm while waiting for guests, welcoming children, and the kitchen items you simply must have! Finally, R...
Join Leah Schroeder, a pastor’s wife, as she shares how she and her husband practice hospitality in their church and family life. Leah offers numerous recipe ideas, encourages us to look at our homes with fresh eyes, and shares ways to get kids involved in the preparation. We talk about the importance of truly welcoming guests when they walk through the door, why creating a special drink can be such a simple touch, and, ultimately, how to find your own unique style of hospitality. We're so gl...
In this episode, host Bess Hawthorne sits down with Rachel Jankovic to talk about her new book, No Time to Be Dumb, and her latest project, Fresh Tank: Weekly Encouragement for Women. They discuss how our emotions can bring glory to God, learning and growing from mistakes, and the importance of the work we do at home. In Episode 2, it’s all about the Grace Agenda Block Party! Bess and Rachel take you behind the scenes of planning a large-scale event and feeding a crowd. From organizing ...
In this episode, host Bess Hawthorne sits down with Rachel Jankovic to talk about her new book, No Time to Be Dumb, and her latest project, Fresh Tank: Weekly Encouragement for Women. They discuss how our emotions can bring glory to God, learning and growing from mistakes, and the importance of the work we do at home. In Episode 2, it’s all about the Grace Agenda Block Party! Bess and Rachel take you behind the scenes of planning a large-scale event and feeding a crowd. From organizing ...
Join Araz Torosyan as she shares the many hospitality lessons she's learned through frequent moves as a Navy spouse. From hilarious newlywed cooking disasters to confidently hosting a beloved soup night for her husband's dive school classmates, Araz reflects on how opening her home has grown over the years. She also shares her creative approach to building community in every new place (hint: she doesn't wait for an invitation!), along with family-friendly recipes that are always a hit. We wra...
Join Valerie Abraham as she shares how her upbringing in France, life in America, and marriage to her Egyptian American husband have shaped her unique approach to cooking and hospitality. From Sunday morning coffee and pastries to practical table décor on a budget (including dollar store dishes!), Valerie offers inspiring ideas, kitchen must-haves she uses daily, three favorite book recommendations, and a flavorful menu influenced by multiple cultures. She also reminds us that hospitality is ...
Join Valerie Abraham as she shares how her upbringing in France, life in America, and marriage to her Egyptian American husband have shaped her unique approach to cooking and hospitality. From Sunday morning coffee and pastries to practical table décor on a budget (including dollar store dishes!), Valerie offers inspiring ideas, kitchen must-haves she uses daily, three favorite book recommendations, and a flavorful menu influenced by multiple cultures. She also reminds us that hospitality is ...
Join Mandi Kirsch as we discuss how to make events truly special, from family Advent feasts to memorable weddings. Mandi tells the story of how she became her church’s go-to wedding planner, complete with an impressive collection of décor stored in her basement available for others to borrow. She also offers a family favorite recipe featuring a magic ingredient, an authentic Mexican side dish, and practical encouragement to practice hospitality by using what God has given you. We wrap up the ...
So you've told someone, "Come over for dinner!" What's next? Experienced hosts and hostesses share their best advice for planning a meal to serve and help you with detailed tips so you can re-create their amazing dishes in your own home. You'll learn how to make your home warm and welcoming where your guests have a great time and you do too!
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