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1. A charcuterie board set so you can lay out all your fresh cheeses and fruit for guests to snack on because even the smallest of get-togethers deserve a little extra flair! Sure, you could use any old platter, but this comes with everything you need to put together an A+ charcuterie board (and it'll look cute in the background of your Insta story).
It comes with an extra round tray, two slate labels (with chalk), two ceramic bowls for dipping sauces, and four slicing and serving utensils.
Promising review: "Bought the product as a present for my partner for the holidays. The charcuterie cheese board itself is great, and the ability to store the cheese knives was an excellent addition for transportation and to 'wow' people at parties. I was able to host twice with the device, and it often was able to hold around six to eight cheeses and cracker combinations reasonably well without feeling like the device is crowded. I also like how easy it was to clean, since the drawer used to store the knives can be easily removed. Finally, I enjoyed all the additional items that came with this set." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $39.99.
2. A faaaancy automatic spice grinder that'll make whipping up all those appetizers easier *and* give that freshly ground flavor that tastes way better than out of the shaker. To use, you'll swap in interchangeable pods filled with spices for grinding directly into your food — especially helpful when the recipe calls for a *lot* of pepper.
There's a reason it's one of Oprah's Favorite Things for 2022!
Promising review: "I'm so glad I ordered one of these after I read about them on Oprah's list of favorite things for 2022. As billed, it's so attractive and can sit on your counter, so easy, the charge lasts so long and the interchangeable pods rock! It's easy to add freshly ground flavor and fresh pepper is sooo much better than from the shaker. It's so easy to adjust the grind and the color selection is fantastic. What a great hostess gift for the holidays. I love mine." —Sasha
Get it from Amazon for $44.99 (also available in five colors; comes with grinder and two interchangeable pods).
3. Slow-cooker liners, because they'll make using the world's best kitchen appliance *even* better. After cooking up some tasty queso or spinach dip for the crowd, simply toss the dirty liner out, leaving your slow cooker spick and span for the next meal — no scrubbing required. Any time saved on the dreaded post-party cleanup is *always* a win.
Promising review: "Why? Why would you want to scrub your giant crockpot? Well, now you don't have to — these liners are the perfect solution for your crockpot needs. Simply place it in your crockpot like you would a trash bag, add all of your ingredients, cook, and then when you're all done...just trash the liner! I've been using these for years and I will never go back to scrubbing the tough cooked on food from the day's cooking. I have never once had a liner with a leak and I really feel like Reynolds has helped make kitchen cleanup so much easier with this smart product." —Katie B.
Get a pack of 48 liners from Amazon for $29.88 (available in two sizes, including a six-pack of regular liners available with Amazon Fresh).
4. A 12-piece dish set to add a bit of galactic flair to your dinner party and leave your guests starry-eyed.
Promising review: "I love these so much I bought some more. They are magical, mystical, and just so pretty. I have so many decorating ideas, they make me smile every time I see them. I dropped a plate the other day and my heart sank, I was expecting it to be shattered, but it didn't faze it. I love that the melamine is also so light, which helps with my arthritis and carpal tunnel. They are much prettier than the pictures too." —Regina Repka
Get it from Amazon for $42.99.
5. Or a set of four constellation salad plates that are way prettier than any plate has a right to be, frankly.
Get a set of four from West Elm for $39.99 (originally $50).
6. OR a compostable dinnerware set if loading 25 plates into your dishwasher (on top of all your other dirty dishes) after a get-together sounds like a nightmare, but you want a more eco-friendly option to the plastic kind. These are made from 100% plant-based materials and are sturdy (no one's sauces will be leaking through onto their lap). They're great for big groups and outdoor shindigs!
This set is municipally and commercially compostable, so you can drop off the used items at your local facility once you're done! ♻️ You can serve up to 50 guests with one set, as it comes with 50 each of the following: dinner plates, dessert plates, forks, knives, and spoons.
Promising review: "I purchased this set for a birthday party. I know that so much goes to waste from those types of events that it adds up quickly. I couldn't believe how durable these products are. Nothing was flimsy at all. It was hard to believe that they are biodegradable. This is now a go-to purchase for us when we have events." —Kelly K
Get a 250-piece set from Amazon for $32.99 (available in two colors).
7. A set of *actual* cloth napkins that'll have your guests like, "Oh, you're REAL fancy" when they sit down to enjoy the meal you lovingly prepared for them. It's little touches like this that really ~elevate~ a dinner party — *and* you won't have to keep putting paper napkins on the shopping list.
Promising review: "After realizing how many paper napkins we went through in a day, I decided to look for cloth ones. Me being me, I did an extensive amount of research and looked at probably 30 different brands. I'm extremely happy with these — they're soft, durable, and the price is right! I've washed them about 10 times now and haven't noticed any wear. Definitely recommend." —Batman the Horse
Get a set of 12 from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in 24 colors).
8. Colorful dot placemats handcrafted in Italy and made of semi-flexible resin. They'll give your dining table a whimsical, one-of-a-kind aesthetic that'll make an impression on your dinner party guests!
Psst — these are available as coasters as well!
Coming Soon is a woman-owned small business based in New York that curates, creates, and sells unique items. They'll be great artistic additions for your own home or make cool gifts for someone else.
Get them from Coming Soon for $65 each (available in 10 colors; use code BUNDLEMAT for 10% off a set of four).
9. Or if you're more of a minimalist, some easy-to-wash round placemats to give your dinner table setup a sophisticated vibe (while protecting it from scratches).
10. A set of flower trivet mats that are super versatile: You can use them to protect the dining table from those piping hot dips and casseroles when they come out of the oven, and they can be decorations on the table or wall! They come in a bunch of different colors, so you could mix-and-match or settle with one color scheme.
Promising review: "Perfect pop of color 👌. These are so cute. They are larger than a saucer but smaller than a dinner plate. The perfect shade of bright summer yellow. I am so happy. I actually bought them to be a part of the place settings on my breakfast table." —Happy Camper
Get a set of three from Amazon for $12.99 (available in 15 colors).
11. An absolutely beautiful set of handblown colored wineglasses worth treating yourself to. Perfect for special occasions and dinner parties, these are guaranteed to wow guests, and they'd add a lovely pop of color if displayed in a wine cabinet.
Estelle Colored Glass is a Black woman-owned small business offering luxury glassware that's vintage-inspired.
Promising review: "I had heard about these and was happy to see them at Anthro. Beautiful. Yes, they are pricey, but they are stunning and unique. Can’t wait to entertain with them." —Jenniferinsd1
Get the set of six from Anthropologie for $185 (available in the vibrant style shown above and also a pastel style).
12. Plus, a gorgeous set of wineglass charms to help everyone keep track of their drink — even after their first, second, and third glasses of champagne.
Promising review: "I bought these for a small New Year’s Eve party so folks wouldn’t get their glasses mixed up throughout the night. They arrived well packaged and I love that they come with both gold and silver rings so you can match your color scheme. The felt storage bags are a nice touch as well. Guests liked getting to pick 'their color' charm and it just made the drinks more festive (with a practical use too). The charms are beautiful in person with vibrant colors and shine. Loved them and will be using them again!" —SMP
Get a set of 16 from Amazon for $8.99 (available in two styles).
13. A felt letterboard set so you can customize a cute welcome sign for all of your guests or detail whatever's on the food or cocktail menu. It'd look so cute on a bar cart, dining table, or kitchen counter!
And when you don't have guests on the way, you can always use it to display your favorite quote or an inspiring message. The set comes with 300 pieces, including letters, numbers, and other special characters.
Felt Like Sharing is a family-owned small business that offers gorgeous felt letterboards and accessories.
Promising review: "Oh my gosh. It truly doesn’t get any cuter when it comes to decor. From the moment I opened the package I was enchanted with this product. It takes time and some small scrapbook scissors to cut all the letters apart, but worth the time so they don’t have the little nubs on them. Adorable! I debated giving this as a Christmas gift, but it’s so cute I’ve decided to keep it and get another one. I can’t wait to decorate with it! So many possibilities. Thank you!" —SRiteNow
Get a 10x10 board from Amazon for $22.95+ (available in four sizes and 27 colors).
14. A chic rolling bar cart that'll hold all the goods for mixing up your cocktails (and mocktails!) for a crowd. It'll also let them see all your wine and liquor offerings so they can help themselves.
This cart stands 37.5 inches tall and 36 inches wide!
Promising review: "This is such a beautiful bar cart! I’m surprised it’s not priced higher for the quality of this product. It’s super easy to assemble and you can fit a lot on it! I’ve tried other carts and I’m very pleased with this. Size, sturdiness, and height are perfection. I wouldn’t even hesitate to purchase this!" —Mikyle Jessen
Get it from Amazon for $119.99.
15. A wine decanter designed to aerate your wine and release its natural aromas for an even better taste...but also because it'll look pretty in your home bar and impress all of your guests.
After being kept in an airtight bottle, your wine needs to breathe. Pouring into a wine carafe releases its natural aromas and flavors for better taste!
Promising review: "I love this decanter! Firstly, it was packaged safely in molded styrofoam, so it arrived intact and on time. Secondly, the decanter has become a focal point of our hosted dinners. It is pretty to look at and does its job in letting the wine breath. Amazon will suggest other items such as a decanter drying rack or cleaning brush, but they are not needed. It's easily cleaned with soap and water, and I use a regular bottle brush to swish away any spots needing attention. It's easily dried in the dish rack (because of the shape, you will have to rotate once to ensure all of the water is out of the bottom). Great buy, and will consider for future gifts!" —KG
Get it from Amazon for $49.99.
16. A pretty linen tablecloth to throw over your dining table to protect it from scratches and spills whenever guests are over — and toss into the washing machine afterward for easy cleaning.
17. A fun set of iridescent flatware, because boring cutlery? Not in this household. These'll look stunning laid out for people to grab when they start loading up their plates.
Promising review: "Great cutlery set! All pieces were perfect upon arrival and great when used. The colors are so pretty. I am in love with this set and wish it was the first we bought. All pieces are very sturdy and feel high quality." —Moffett Family
Get a set of 20 from Amazon for $21.99.
18. A rechargeable, waterproof cooler light if the party will move outside at any point, especially with the sun setting early during the winter. Now your guests won't have to whip out their phone flashlight every time they get up to go for another drink.
Promising review: "I love this little light. It’s a cool knickknack that is perfect for large coolers while you're camping at night or leaving your cooler on your deck for a nighttime party. It’s completely waterproof and does actually make a difference to see through the water and ice so you can choose what you want before rummaging through the frigid ice and water freezing your hands." —Matthew Schill
Get it from Amazon for $27.99 — clip the coupon to save an extra $10!
19. And a pair of flexible magnetic lights to fasten to your grill so you can keep the crowd well-fed even after the sun's gone down. Nothing better than enjoying some kebabs by the light of a flickering bonfire.
Promising review: "I used these for the first time the other night and they were exactly what I wanted. I often tend to grill after dark and I can’t see what’s on the grill, but not anymore. These light up the entire grill surface area perfectly. Would definitely buy again." —Flossie DeGrave
Get a pair from Amazon for $23.95.
20. Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza, an easy-to-learn and ridiculously fun card game that's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, whether you're hosting a game night or just need an ice breaker activity. Don't let the cuteness fool you — reviewers say it's great for adults-only parties as well as family game nights!
It's recommended for ages 8 and up! Here's how to play: You deal all the cards out to your two to four players, and everyone keeps their mini deck face down. Everyone takes a turn putting a card down in the middle of the table, saying one of the words "taco," "cat," "goat," "cheese," and "pizza," in that order. If the picture on your card matches the word that's said, everyone slaps their hand on the card in a pile as quickly as possible. The last person on the pile has to take the stack and add them to their cards, and whoever runs out of cards first wins!
Promising review: "This game is more mind-bending than you think. Don’t let the cuteness fool you. This game is by far the most competitive and fun party game to play with friends!! The special cards mess with you mind! Pros: hours of fun, cute drawing style, unique packaging, easy to play. Cons: may result in red hands, strain of voice from intense playing." —Hani
Get it from Amazon for $9.84.
21. Or a copy of Dangerous Games to Play in the Dark you can break out if your guests are up for some spine-chilling fun. This collection contains games based on urban legends like Bloody Mary and The Answer Man, with dark illustrations to match. Pick it up for the creepiest game night ever...if you dare.
22. A bottle of Drop It to keep on hand for your friends who love wine but experience headaches, allergies, or bad hangovers from drinking even one glass — or for yourself if that person's you! It reduces the tannins and sulfites in wine to lessen or prevent the dreaded side effects — that way, everyone can focus on having a good time.
Drop It recommends 1–2 drops for each glass of white wine, 2–3 for a glass of red, and 7–9 if you're treating the whole bottle at once. Once it's in the glass, swirl lightly for 20 seconds, and you should be g2g!
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Elizabeth Lilly says, "I've tried these before on some weekend friend getaways where we drank a LOT of wine and I think they really work! Just don't get overeager squeezing the bottle because then you can put way too much in your glass and make your wine taste weird. Yep, I did that and learned my lesson."
Promising review: "I can finally drink wine again after years of abstinence! I used to get the most awful headache on just one glass of wine, it was so bad I just stopped drinking wine altogether, then I discovered these magic drops! I've only had them a couple of weeks but I have drank red and white wine totally headache-free! I even drank half a bottle of heavy red. These drops really are magic! I love that you get two bottles as well, one can stay in your purse and one at home. Brilliant!" —shelleymab
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
23. *And* a red wine stain remover so the evening's not ruined because someone spilled merlot on your expensive white rug. Just spray, blot, and rinse to watch the stain disappear — crisis averted, let the fun continue!
Promising review: "Have you ever gone to someone's house and spilled red wine? UGHHHHH! Me! We stayed at a friend's, I did this tragic deed and they didn't notice until four days later. I was DEVASTATED because I was unaware it even happened. She tried unsuccessfully to get it out. I did some research and had this sent to them. It had been six days when this was delivered. With one swoop of this stuff, she said it was almost undetectable and after two uses...completely GONE!! I ordered some for myself! Please buy this if you need to get out delicious red wine from any place it shouldn't be!!" —Debstrat
Get it from Amazon for $7.95.
24. An elegant glass pitcher with a built-in strainer so your lemon slices and other infusers don't slip out when you go to pour drinks. It's pretty enough to sit out on the table so guests can help themselves!
Promising review: "This is a beautiful pitcher to put on a formal table. I received many compliments at my last dinner party! It's easy to clean. I would recommend that you carefully hand-wash it and store it. It reminded me of the glass beakers used in science classes. It is very beautiful and functional. I might purchase a second pitcher for the bar." —Katherine
Get it from Amazon for $21.39+ (available in two sizes).
25. A three-speed Bluetooth record player so you can put on that Taylor Swift Midnights special edition you bought and have "Lavender Haze" playing as guests arrive (talk about a *perfect* party bop). It's a beginner-friendly option for vinyl collectors and doubles as a Bluetooth speaker so you can keep the background tunes going alllll night.
Plus, this'll look really cool in your living room next to your records, and you can have guests flip through your collection and put on whatever they like!
Promising review: "My girlfriend always wanted to buy vinyl records but we weren't able to because we don't have a vinyl player. I've decided to get this for her. She was so happy as soon as she opened it. It also has additional features other than playing vinyl records. It adds a modern feature by having Bluetooth connectivity so you can use it as a wireless Bluetooth speaker. The wood finish is perfect for our living room even though I don't think it is a real wood. I'm really happy with the sound this thing produces. It has stereo speakers which is very great since it can easily fill a medium-size room. Overall, I'm very glad I was able to find a good vinyl player for my money with some added features." —Viky
Get it from Amazon for $79.99+ (available in two colors).
26. Or a highly rated portable Bluetooth speaker that's conveniently portable so you can carry it from the kitchen to the living room to the back deck as the night progresses. Despite its size, reviewers praise the sound quality, so all of your carefully curated party playlists on Spotify will sound top notch.
It's also waterproof, making it great for outdoor use.
Promising review: "I don’t write a lot of reviews. Normally, a product meets my expectations. And if it doesn’t, I send it back without complaining. But this speaker vastly exceeded my expectations and thought I should share. This tiny thing can boom sound like no other speaker of its size. I blasted the speaker full volume in a room downstairs. A few rooms and a flight of stairs away, I could still hear every lyric to the song I was playing. (You can tell I got a bit excited). It instantly connected to my phone via Bluetooth. It also seems sturdy enough that it can be knocked around a bit, which is helpful to me since I’d use it outside a lot. It’s the smallest portable speaker I’ve ever used, yet produces more sound without any distortion at high volumes. The quality of the sound at all levels is phenomenal. I’m excited to see what mileage I get out of it. But as far as I can tell, this speaker is the best one you can get for this amount of money. And I’d argue it’s worth more." —Connor
Get it from Amazon for $36.99+ (available in black or blue).
27. A very cool Wilton three-tiered collapsible cooling rack if you like to have freshly baked cookies or other goodies ready to satisfy your guests' sweet tooths — they'll help your hot-out-of-the-oven treats cool off before you transfer them to a serving platter.
Promising review: "I usually make three or four dozen cookies at a time, which need to be cooled, iced, and then dried. It requires a lot of space. This collapsible cooling rack is a great space saver, expanding upwards to fit all my cookies — and takes up very little storage space. There are two locks — one on the bottom rack and one on the top rack — which snap in place to prevent the rack from collapsing on your cookies. Just hand-wash the rack and set aside to dry and it will be ready to do its next job! I am satisfied with this so far." —donna
Get it from Amazon for $19.98.
28. A bottle of Mike's Hot Honey to keep on hand, because this spicy-sweet condiment will earn you *all* of the hostess awards from now until forever. It honestly doesn't matter what's on the menu — pizza, wings, cheese and crackers, burgers, seafood, you name it — this will kick the flavor up several notches and have all your guests like, "What IS this stuff?"
Whipping out a bottle of Mike's Hot Honey will be your new fave party trick, trust us.
Promising reviews: "I got a sample of this recently and decided to purchase a full bottle. It is delicious and I'm constantly finding new things to put it on. Put this out at your next party and people will be calling your cheese tray a charcuterie." —Lisa Turner
"First off: The extra hot does have a kick. Like strong. Not burn forever, but a solid kick. I’m a Thai spice level 5 guy, I know heat, and this surprised me with the quality and level of heat. I lather on pizza, sandwiches, and SECRET TIP: spicy margs? This is the secret ingredient. Don’t tell, party trick for free." —Rae Barber
Get it from Amazon for $13.49 (available in three sizes and multiple packs).
29. A fume-free oven cleaner capable of removing all the built-up grease and burnt food from the many, many appetizers and entrees you've baked inside your oven so you can get it ready for your next soirée.
This doesn't contain lye or harsh fumes, and reviewers say it works like a dream on caked-on messes if left on overnight.
Promising review: "I don’t normally write reviews, but HOLY MOLY if you’re looking for an oven cleaner, BUY THIS ONE!! I’m fairly sure no one has ever cleaned my oven since the day it was installed in this apartment X years ago, and I’m embarrassed to admit that includes me (seven years living here). I wiped up spills and such after cooking, but never did a deep clean before because I thought it was going to be a gargantuan task. I sprayed on a layer of Easy Off foam, let it sit overnight, and started wiping it off with a wet sponge the next day. Talk about 'easy to remove' — this cut through YEARS of baked-on grease splatter like it was nothing. My sponge was black after the first swipe, but I could actually see clean metal! Many rinses/wipes later, I have an oven that looks almost new, save for a few spots on the door and oven top that need another spray/sit/wipe session to get the last of the baked-on splatter. This saved me SO MUCH work, I can’t believe how much better my oven looks now! 'Easy Off' definitely lives up to its name. They also advertise 'Fume Free' on the can, and I can happily report that’s true as well! This is a fantastic cleaner, well worth the purchase." —L. Lietzke
Get it from Amazon for $11.72.
30. A ChomChom pet hair roller to give your couch and chairs a once-over so your guests (especially the ones who are allergic) don't go home with cat or dog hair all over them. This popular reusable roller (with almost 100,000 5-star ratings!) is a pet owner favorite for a reason: It grabs up every bit of hair and lint as you clean, and it doesn't mess with sticky tapes or paper — just empty it out after, and you're good to go again!
The tens of thousands of 5-star Amazon reviews are reason enough to add the ChomChom to your cart immediately — but let me add my own personal review to the stack. I've been using the ChomChom for quite a while now, but I took the photos above (on the left) literally just now to show just how quick, easy, and effective this roller is. It took 10 seconds to rid my velvet couch ottoman (yes, velvet...a terrible cat owner choice, I know) of the hair my two gray kitties are constantly leaving everywhere. It takes a bit of practice to get the hang of using this roller — at first, I thought you only brushed down in one direction, and was confused why it wasn't picking up hair. It's important to do a push-and-pull brushing in *both* directions so it actually pulls the hair inside, which does require you to apply a bit of pressure. Afterward, you'll just dump out the hair that's been trapped inside.
Promising review: "I NEVER leave reviews... but this product is worth a review. I used to use lint rollers. We have four very rotund and furry cats that shed a lot! It was getting expensive. I found this, read reviews, researched similar products, and decided on this. It is truly life-changing for cleaning up fur so your guests don't leave with hair all over them. Helped save on washing the furniture covers so often as well. Only minor critique would be that the button to open it comes open easily when in use, so just watch your hand placement, no big deal." —rwoods05
Get it from Amazon for $28.95 — clip the coupon for an extra $4 off!
31. A popcorn popper so you can make up to 6 quarts of delicious, homemade popcorn in just three minutes! Once your friends and family taste this, they'll be demanding you host movie nights *way* more often.
Pick up an 8-pound jug of gourmet kernels while you're at it!
Promising review: "The Whirley Popcorn Popper is one of my kitchen's favorite to use. I've gifted five of them already. Everyone loves it. 5-star rating. Popcorn pops really fast." —Jill S.
Get it from Amazon for $41.19+ (available in three colors).
32. And a cult-favorite ~secret~ popcorn salt to really kick everyone's favorite movie snack up to the next level, letting everyone indulge in all that savory, salty, buttery goodness from your own living room. When your guests close their eyes, it'll *almost* feel like they're at the local AMC.
BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord says, "Our family recently unearthed this because beloved To All The Boys I've Loved Before author Jenny Han mentioned that it was her secret to delicious popcorn, and it may have just wrecked me for other at-home popcorn for the rest of my life. It genuinely tastes just as salty and buttery and savory as fresh movie theater popcorn. I inhaled it so fast that every single one of my organs lit up in mild alarm."
Promising review: "I used to use Flavacol during my time working at an amusement park and popping popcorn for hungry guests, so I knew this was what the 'professionals' use. I am happy to report that using this does make your popcorn taste like it was just popped at a movie theater. I like to put a little bit of oil on my kernels, mix in some Flavacol, and then add it to the pot of oil on my stove top when it's hot enough (as opposed to sprinkling it on top of freshly popped corn, which I could see easily accidentally adding too much). It also means that I'm no longer loading up my popcorn with additional toppings like butter or plain salt. Yum!" —Kate R.
Get it from Amazon for $9.25.
33. A sushi-making kit if you're looking to up your appetizers game and want to try your hand at making sushi! It comes with all the tools you'll need (like a rolling mat and roll cutter) and a step-by-step guide. You could even get your guests in on the fun (once you've mastered the process yourself) and have them try rolling their own!
Promising review: "I'm an avid sushi eater and wanted to get into making my own. I bought a rice cooker to get the rice perfect every time. This kit makes the rest of the process easier. The guide helps immensely to get the right amount of rice on the nori sheet. The absolute best part of this kit is the cutting guide, I've never been successful at cutting sushi the other way and this makes it perfect every time! Really a great value and I couldn't recommend it more." —Duudettes
Get it from Amazon for $17.99.
34. A reviewer-beloved veggie chopper that'll save so. much. time. when you're prepping ingredients to make your famous salsa for the party — with this, you can slice, chop, and julienne veggies (including those dreaded onions that make your eyes water) with ease. Its built-in storage container below keeps everything in one place until you're ready to add them to your meal!
Check out a TikTok of the veggie chopper in action.
Promising review: "Makes life so much easier. I can't imagine chopping onions or bell peppers by hand anymore, and it does so much more. We used to have a Prepworks chopper, which was a similar idea, but you had to press so hard to chop, and it broke after not too long. This one requires very little effort to cut through the food, and it has a generous container." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
35. A Yonanas fruit soft-serve maker to convert your favorite frozen fruits into a smooth and creamy sorbet-like treat in a matter of minutes. Strawberry-banana, mango, kiwi, blueberries... the options are endless, and if you have guests who are vegan or have dietary restrictions that prevent them from having ice cream, this ensures they can get in on the tasty action as well.
Check out this soft-serve maker in action on TikTok!
Promising review: "I saw one of these in action at a friend's house like five years ago and thought it was just a made up memory because making ice cream out of solely frozen fruit seems wild. But when I saw a TikTok about it, I immediately went to Amazon and bought it. Literally, this was the BEST decision of my life. I cannot believe still how amazing this thing is! It makes the creamiest, best-tasting fruit ice cream ever. It’s easy to take apart and clean, and super easy to use." —DMCKAY
Get it from Amazon for $47.95+ (available in six colors).
36. A galaxy light (with a built-in Bluetooth speaker!) so you can project the starry night sky onto your ceilings and walls, creating the *coolest* vibe for kickbacks that go into the wee hours of the morning. Your guests will feel like they've been transported to a different ~world~.
It's dimmable with 10 color options so you can create the type of vibe you want!
Promising review: "The picture does not do it justice. It covers all of my ceiling and it’s a nice light. I personally don’t like sleeping in the dark and my boyfriend hates sleeping with a bright light. This light is bright enough to see everything, but dark enough where it doesn’t bother my boyfriend. The Bluetooth is very easy to pair too and the sound quality is AMAZING. We found some forest and ocean sounds to listen to at night, and it is so relaxing. I put on regular music and it still sounded great. Has really good volume and would be awesome as a party light. Well worth the money!" —XxAngieAshesxX
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in black or pink).
37. A batter dispenser in case you volunteered to host Christmas brunch and you need to crank out a bunch of pancakes, stat. This TikTok fave makes cooking *and* cleaning up after them so easy: You mix your batter inside the container, then just squeeze the handle to dispense some perfectly portioned batter right onto your griddle. No more messily trying to pour it out of your mixing bowl and getting splatters everywhere.
Check out why it's called one of the "best kitchen gadgets" on TikTok!
Psst — People like using this for cupcake parties too!
Promising review: "I got this yesterday, and my son asked me this morning if I would make him pancakes! I was happy to oblige, so I could try my new kitchen gadget, and it did not disappoint! I LOVE it! I made the batter right in the container, and it has measurements on it, so I didn't even have to get out my measuring cups. The batter came out perfectly and easily, and when I stopped the flow, it immediate stopped! There was not one dribble of batter anywhere, and the pancakes turned out perfectly! I cannot wait to make cupcakes with this! That was the main reason I bought it, because I always dribble cake batter everywhere when I try to make cupcakes, and it's a mess. I love cupcakes, but not the mess. Now I will be able to easily make them! I will most likely buy this as gifts for my family and friends as well. My advice, get it!" —Nikki
Get it from Amazon for $20.95.
38. A set of beverage dispensers for setting up a self-serve drink station, complete with labels for each drink, a top for holding fruits (like lime quarters for margaritas), and a cleverly designed ice compartment in the center that keeps drinks cold without diluting them. Time to show off your cocktail-making skills!
These dispensers also include detachable bottoms that can act as an ice bucket. You could also use these to distinguish between alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails for your guests!
Promising review: "If you often host parties, this is a great investment! Great quality plastic. Thick enough so it looks like glass. Very good design with the ice in the middle to keep the drink cold without diluting the drinks and the top tray for condiments. Very easy to install and NO LEAKING." —Online Shopper
Get a set of two from Amazon for $59.99.
39. A cushy nonslip kitchen mat, because chances are you're spending a *lot* of time standing in your kitchen washing dishes, making appetizers, and chatting with friends sitting at your bar. This'll prevent your feet from getting fatigued and improve circulation so you feel your best up until the very last guest goes home.
Believe it or not, comfortable kitchen mats can cost way more than you'd think, but this affordable version has thousands of 5-star reviews. It's waterproof, has a nonslip bottom, and is super easy to clean.
Promising review: "For over a year, we've been cooking more meals in our kitchen, and the tile floor is very hard on our legs when you are just standing by the sink washing and prepping foods, not to mention washing dishes, etc. This kitchen mat relieves leg fatigue. So much so, no one is complaining about it anymore. Really such a good value compared to all the other more expensive alternatives. My only advice is when you receive the mat, to put it on a flat surface and weigh the edges down for a day or two, since it has a tendency to curl up after you unpack it. Other than that, it's great." —C. Cruz
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in six sizes and nine colors).
40. A tall table-cooler combo to place in the fire pit area, by the pool, or wherever people are hanging out so no one has to walk allll the way into the house for another beer. It also gives you another place to put food, drinks, and s'mores supplies on top!
You can also shut the top and just use it as a regular end table when you're not utilizing the cooler function.
Promising review: "Have gotten so many compliments on this already. Great even when not using as a cooler for just a functional end table near our furniture around the fire pit. Can put drinks on there, s'mores stuff, etc. It's nice because it functions as a table without being big and bulky. It can easily be moved around to where it is needed. and the cooler function of course is what sets it apart from all other tables and makes it awesome!" —Amy M.
Get it from Amazon for $99.99 (available in two colors).
41. An outdoor pizza oven because nothing satisfies a big crowd more than some 'za, especially when they get to choose their own toppings. Now your backyard can transform into a professional-style pizza kitchen anytime you need it — and host some seriously epic pizza parties.
Promising review: "AWESOME pizza oven. We really can't say enough great things about it. It does exactly as advertised, and the temperature of the stone matches fairly well with the gauge on top. The stone runs hottest in the middle, but not overly so. The oven takes longer to warm up in the cold weather (10-15 min), but it retains heat really well! We keep the pizza oven on a thick plastic table, and the oven is very well insulated; the table doesn't get hot at all. We wouldn't change a thing! Makes amazing pizza and naan!" —tk
Get it from Amazon for $299.99.
42. A sturdy firepit for when you plan on moving the party outside once the sun is down — get ready to host some epic bonfires under the stars.
For added safety, it's recommended to use with a fireproof mat.
Promising review: "Awesome firepit for the patio. Our family loves having fires at night, and we’ve had quite a few firepits. This one is sturdy and the perfect size. The depth is better than ones we’ve had in the past, and the flat-bottomed feet make it easy to drag it closer or further away using the provided poker tool. Definitely recommend this one over other products like it." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $199.
43. Plus, some Mystical Fire flame colorant so you can pretend you're a wizard when you drop a couple of these packets onto your bonfire and green, blue, purple, and yellow flames start to emerge. This one's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Promising review: "Love these, have purchased a few times and will now buy the 50-pack because they really add a ton of fun to my bonfires. Depending on how much your fire is raging, they will last 30-60 minutes. I use two to three packets at a time. Highly recommend." —JAO
Get a six-pack from Amazon for $7.61.
44. And a marshmallow roasting set, because we can do better than dirty sticks from the nearby woods (and besides, don't you want your own dedicated set so people don't have to go looking?). Provide these high-quality sticks and all the fixins for s'mores, and you'll have one happy crowd on your hands.
This makes a particularly nice gift if you're shopping for someone else who loves hosting, since you can have the box engraved! These sticks have an extendable design, so they fold up easy for storage in between s'mores-roasting sessions.
Donebetter is based in Dennis Port, Massachusetts, and specializes in all sorts of personalized gifts, from wooden cutting boards to leather wallets.
Promising reviews: "These were the perfect gift for my sisters family who love to make s'mores over their fire pit! The packaging is amazing and the quality is wonderful for gift giving. Perfect!" —Kaitlin Mercurio
"Absolutely love that these are so long and have blunt ends! The other ones we had were so sharp I was always worried about the kids impaling themselves!" —Laura
Get it from Donebetter on Etsy for $29.95+ (available in two sizes, engraved or not, and in 19 font options).
45. Some mesh food covers so your works of art (aka your pies and appetizers) don't fall victim to flies and ants when you're hosting people out on the back patio.
Promising review: "These popped up in seconds. Zero assembly required and didn't blow away. Folded back to almost flat and easily stored in their original box once we were finished. These are a must for outside picnics and parties." —Professor X
Get a set of three from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two sizes and multiple sets).
46. A tin of cocktail sugar or salt to rim your party concoctions with a lil' extra burst of flavor that'll make you feel like a real, fancy bartender. Spicy margs and Bloody Marys coming right up!
BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord says, "I recently started putting this on my end-of-the-week whiskey drink and it is SO darn satisfying. I tried the citrus petals version, and it's got a light lemon, faint floral, and vaguely minty taste with its sweetness that just makes the whole experience a delight and a half. The container it comes in is actually quite wide, so what we did was pour lemon juice on the top half to prep the rim, and a bit of sugar in the bottom half to coat it. In other news, I am officially too fancy to exist."
Promising review: "I'm a bloody mary snob. I make my own mix. I use infused vodka. I set up bloody mary bars for parties and weddings. This rimmer is delicious, and it raises the drink to another level! Not too spicy, but has lots of flavor. And it's delicious on celery!" —john mccurrach
Get it from Amazon for $7.65+ (available in seven flavors).
47. A wax seal stamp kit that's about to take your party invites to the next level. I mean, how can people NOT show up when they see how much care went into the packaging?
The kit includes everything you need to start stamping your envelopes with gorgeous wax seals: 720 pieces of wax seal beads in 24 colors, one wax seal stamp, one wax seal warmer, one sealing wax spoon, one set of tweezers, 10 tea candles, and two metallic pens.
Promising review: "I got this kit to make birthday invitations and now I have a new hobby haha. It worked very well. It was my first time ever making wax seals and I had no issues with this kit. Everything that was listed came with the kit and nothing was broken. I would definitely recommend this kit to anyone looking to get started and try it out." —Jezreel
Get it from Amazon for $23.99.
48. Finally, a friendly welcome mat to express your excitement over having them over before they even see your face! It's important to set the tone, after all.
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