Hosting & Dining

The right furnishings set the tone for hosting a great dinner party, BBQ, or picnic. Our tried-and-true serving tools, furniture, and outdoor gear will provide that extra touch for a celebration or meal to remember.

Best Bug Zappers of 2023
The Best Bug Zappers for Pest-Free Barbecues, Bonfires, and Picnics
Best Drink Dispensers
The Best Drink Dispensers for Entertaining at Home
Best Sideboards
The 12 Best Sideboards for Indoor and Outdoor Dining
Best Beverage Tubs
Tbe Best Beverage Tubs to Keep Your Drinks Cold On Ice
Party helpers
Is Your Hosting Game A Little Rusty? A New Breed of Party Planner Has Your Back
Outdoor Tableclothes
The 9 Best Outdoor Tablecloths for Every Style and Budget
The Best Kitchen Aprons, According to Chefs
The 10 Best Kitchen Aprons, According to Chefs
West Elm Mid-Century Expandable Dining Table
The 11 Best Dining Room Tables to Fit Any Space and Budget
The Best Butcher Block Islands
The Best Butcher Block Islands for 2023
Best Kitchen Island Carts for Maximizing Space
The Best Kitchen Island Carts for Maximizing Space
The Best Table Runners
The 15 Best Table Runners of 2023, According to an Interior Designer
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Grab the Set of Pasta Bowls That Shoppers Call 'Perfect for Just About Anything’ for Just $35
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Target Is Taking 50% Off Top-Rated Patio Furniture—We Found the 16 Best Pieces
Best Placemats
The 16 Best Placemats, According to Interior Designers
Best Outdoor Bistro Sets, According to Design Experts
The 15 Best Outdoor Bistro Sets, According to Design Experts
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Shoppers Are Obsessed with These Pasta Bowls That Double as Plates, and They're 40% Off Right Now
Best Citronella Candles of 2023
5 Editor-Approved Citronella Candles to Keep Pests Away from Picnics and Patio Dinners
Best Flameless Candles of 2023
We Found the Most Realistic Flameless Candles to Add to Your Tablescape
Target Summer Entertaining Must Haves Tout
Joanna Gaines’ New Summer Collection Is Filled with Entertaining Must-Haves for Memorial Day, Starting at Just $2
Target Summer Tableware Tout
Target’s New Summer Tableware Section Is Filled with 150+ Glasses, Plates, and More—and Prices Start at 50 Cents
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You Can Save Hundreds on Stylish Patio Furniture Right Now at Amazon—Here Are the 9 Best Deals
Best Portable Fire Pits
The 10 Best Portable Fire Pits for Elevated Backyard Entertaining
Pool Entertaining Essentials for Your Next Summer Party
The 23 Best Pool Entertaining Essentials, According to Experts
The Best Camping Chairs, Tested and Reviewed
The 11 Best Camping Chairs of 2023
Best Outdoor Rugs
The 12 Best Outdoor Rugs, According to Design Experts
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This Top-Rated Cheese Board ‘Looks Expensive,’ Makes the Perfect Housewarming Gift, and Is Nearly Half Off
Terrain Roundup Tout
I Shop for Kitchen Items for a Living, and I Think I've Found Everything I Need to Dine Al Fresco This Spring
Anthropologie Mother's Day Tout
You'll Never Guess Who Has the Best Mother's Day Gifts This Year
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Yeti Rambler Beverage Bucket Review: The Best Ice Bucket for Summer
REI Co-op Camp Prep Table
The 11 Best Camping Tables, According to Chefs
Best Hammocks
The 9 Best Hammocks for Lounging in Style
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Love Buying Ceramics Abroad? This Brand Delivers Oaxacan Pottery Right to Your Door
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10 Hosting Essentials Guaranteed to Elevate Your Next Cocktail Party, Starting at Just $6
Best Cloth Napkins
The 9 Best Cloth Napkins of 2023 for Every Type of Occasion
Picnic Blanket and Tote Tout
Our Favorite Affordable Picnic Blanket Is Water-Resistant and Comfy to Sit On, Plus It's Up to 61% Off
The 12 Best Patio Tables Worth Buying in 2023
The 12 Best Patio Tables Worth Buying in 2023
The Best Linen Tablecloths for Every Budget and Style
The 13 Best Linen Tablecloths for Everyday Elegance
Best Patio Chairs
The 12 Best Patio Chairs of 2023, According to Design Experts
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Amazon Dropped Shockingly Good Deals on Patio Heaters Before Temperatures Go Back Up—Here's What to Get
Best Places to Buy Patio Furniture
The 12 Best Places to Buy Patio Furniture, According to Design Experts
Amazon Kitchen and Dining Room Furniture Deals Tout
Kitchen and Dining Room Furniture Are Up to 70% Off at Amazon's Outlet—Shop the 13 Best Deals
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Amazon Has a Whole Section Filled with Mid-Century Modern Dining Must-Haves, Starting at $12
Best Washable Rugs
The 16 Best Washable Rugs of 2023
best tablecloths according to Food & Wine
The 14 Best Tablecloths of 2022
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There Are Tons of Early Black Friday Deals on Holiday Hosting Essentials at Amazon—Starting at $12
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The 10 Best Bar Carts of 2023
3 of the best kitchen candles
The 15 Best Kitchen Candles of 2023
BILL.F Wooden Salad Bowl; Oggi Wine Cooler
I'm Finally Throwing My First Dinner Party, and Here's What I'm Getting for Hosting 
Best Small Dining Sets for a Range of Spaces and Styles
The 10 Best Small Dining Sets for a Range of Spaces and Styles
Halloween Entertaining Must-Haves
These Halloween Entertaining Must-Haves Will Make Your Tablescape Scream-Worthy—Starting at $7
Thanksgiving Caftans
If You're Not Wearing a Caftan at the Dinner Table, You're Just Depriving Yourself of Comfort and Joy
nuLOOM Moroccan Blythe Accent Rug
This Stain-Resistant Kitchen Runner That Withstands Pasta Sauce and Red Wine Is 74% Off at Amazon
Super Bowl cooking tools available from Amazon
14 Top-Rated Kitchen Tools to Help You Prepare for the Big Game
tabletop items
15 Ideas for Refreshing Your Holiday Table for Under $30
two styled dining rooms
This Secret Amazon Feature Can Help Remodel Your Dining Room For Free
Brightland Candle on dinner table
This New Kitchen Candle Can Mask Even the Strongest Cooking Smells
The Best Outdoor Lanterns and Tabletop Lights
The Best Outdoor Lanterns and Tabletop Lights to Illuminate Your Backyard Gatherings
The Best Fire Pits for 2022
The 8 Best Fire Pits for Heating, Cooking, and Ambience
The Best Picnic Baskets for Your Next Al Fresco Meal
The 10 Best Picnic Baskets for Dining Outdoors
Best Outdoor String Lights
The 12 Best Outdoor String Lights for Backyard Entertaining
Camp Chef Everest 2x Camping Stove
The 7 Best Camping Stoves, According to Chefs
The Best Adirondack Chairs, Tested and Reviewed
We Tested 22 Adirondack Chairs and Found the Best to Eat, Drink, and Relax In
The Best Beach Umbrellas
Our Favorite Beach Umbrellas for Keeping You and Your Drinks Cool in the Summer Heat