Italian dinner party ideas

Hosting an Italian dinner is a nice way to bring friends and family together. Learn how to plan the perfect Italian dinner.

Every year I get to have a joint birthday extravaganza with my little brother and my mother-in-law, as we all share the same birthday weekend. And because we love any excuse to throw a party, my mom and sister went all out with an Italian theme this year. ^^ My sister and I have become slightly obsessed with old records. I love finding songs that never made it to iTunes, and the occasional crack in the sound is so neat. ^^ ^^ Munchkin already recognizes David and can point him out (the large…

Over 35 Best Italian Side Dishes to pair with your Italian dinner including fresh salads, crispy bread, soups, roasted vegetables, and more. One of our favorites is this Italian Pasta Salad.

These easy Italian side dishes complement pasta and MORE! No matter what you're serving, these Italian sides are bursting with savory flavor.

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Recipe and photos By Cody Owens I’m a big fan of foods that seem fancy but in reality are pretty simple. A well-executed French omelet, crab legs, tartines, a cheese board, mussels in white wine sauce . . . you get the idea. At least for me, eating these kinds of foods brings with it a certain level of, “Wow! Look at me! I’m so fancy!” but also the realization that just about anyone can make them with a little practice. This Tomato Confit and Whipped Feta recipe definitely checks all those…

Restaurant-style sauce with olive oil, Italian herbs and balsamic vinegar perfect for dipping your favorite crusty bread. Mix it up with your favorite herbs and add a spicy kick, if you like, to create your own flavor blend.

Here are 15 Italian Recipes Perfect for Entertaining in any setting! These recipes are all outrageously delicious, especially when you take into account how easy they are to put together. Guaranteed to please a crowd, these recipes will never let you down, so check out the list and try them out today!

This Arugula Salad with Parmesan cheese and a simple homemade lemon dressing is healthy, fresh, and delicious. This versatile salad is easy to customize and goes well with almost any dinner entree.

If you’re looking for dinner party ideas, here is an Italian dinner menu you’ll love. It is vegetarian-friendly and works well for 6, 8, or more people. #dinnerparty #dinnerpartyaesthetic #dinnermenu #Italiandinner