1. As guests arrive, put out some light hors d'oeuvres
2. Make sure everyone has something to drink
(And obviously have a non-alcoholic option available)
3. Traditionally you'll want to start with some kind of salad...
4. ...and maybe a soup.
5. (Although in colder weather you may want to serve something heavier, like a stew)
Depending on how fancy your party is, you have several solid options:
6. Roast chicken and potatoes is a classic
7. You can't go wrong with a pot roast
8. And for the truly elegant, there's always lobster
9. Pro Tip: If people are bringing their kids to the party, have some more casual options available
10. When everyone's done with the main course, class it up with some espresso
11. And make sure everyone leaves room for dessert
