{"id":11026,"date":"2023-11-06T15:55:47","date_gmt":"2023-11-06T15:55:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lifestylehomebuilders.com\/?p=11026"},"modified":"2023-11-06T15:55:47","modified_gmt":"2023-11-06T15:55:47","slug":"seven-tips-for-hosting-thanksgiving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lifestylehomebuilders.com\/seven-tips-for-hosting-thanksgiving\/","title":{"rendered":"Seven Tips for Hosting Thanksgiving"},"content":{"rendered":"

Thanksgiving is a wonderful holiday to give thanks, be grateful, and spend time with the ones you love. But it can also be a stressful time for those hosting Thanksgiving at their Chesterfield VA new homes<\/a> <\/b>this year. Check out these seven tips for making hosting Thanksgiving a little easier and as stress free as possible.<\/p>\n

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  1. Plan out your menu ahead of time \u2013 Leftovers are great! But there\u2019s no point on making dinner for 25 people when you\u2019re only having 10 guests. Knowing what you want to cook and how many servings you need goes a long way. You can start picking up food early and know how much time you\u2019ll need to prepare your drinks, appetizers, and main course. Your guests may be vegan, vegetarian, or have gluten sensitivities so be sure to ask about their allergy and dietary restrictions.<\/li>\n
  2. Decide on how you\u2019ll serve \u2013 Do you want a buffet style or plated table style? Figure this out to know where and how you\u2019ll set up your food and drink stations.<\/li>\n
  3. Prep before the big day \u2013 There\u2019s no need to start cooking and pulling out your dishes the day of. Prep ahead as much as you can. Chop your veggies and prepare your sides and desserts at least a day before to set you up nicely. You should also get all your serving dishes, plates, cups, silverware, napkins, tablecloths, and d\u00e9cor out early.<\/li>\n
  4. Set your table early \u2013 Depending on what time dinner will be served, you can set the table the night before Thanksgiving or the day of before people arrive. A kid\u2019s table may be a good idea if you have a lot of little ones joining in the celebration.<\/li>\n
  5. Have to-go plates \u2013 Have food containers ready and easily accessible for your guests to take home their favorite Turkey day leftovers.<\/li>\n
  6. Clean as you go \u2013 Don\u2019t let the dirty dishes, pans, serving utensils, and cups pile up. Get volunteers or accept help to make cleaning up easier.<\/li>\n
  7. After dinner fun \u2013 Whether you watch a movie, set up your tree, play a game of football, or share what you\u2019re grateful for, plan something fun to kick off the holiday season after you\u2019ve enjoyed a delicious meal.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Thanksgiving is just a couple of weeks away. Things can become overwhelming with so much to do to prepare for the holiday. But preparing ahead of time can help make the day a little less busy so you can truly enjoy the day with your guests. Give us a call if you\u2019re looking for a new home to spend Thanksgiving in next year. Call or text us at 804-409-2069 for information about our Chesterfield VA new homes <\/b><\/a>available for sale.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Thanksgiving is a wonderful holiday to give thanks, be grateful, and spend time with the ones you love. But it can also be a stressful time for those hosting Thanksgiving at their Chesterfield VA new homes this year. Check out these seven tips for making hosting Thanksgiving a little easier and as stress free as… <\/p>

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