Would you like to plan a fine dinner party?

Are you intimidated by the idea?

Where do you start?

When you plan dinner party main courses, select one and go with that. Don't try to make a variety of courses unless you have experience in cooking haute cuisine style. One dish makes the dinner less intimidating, and I'll walk you through the steps to prepare a dish that everyone will love. Whether you select an exotic dish, a seafood main or a roast, the enjoyment of the main course will reward you for the work you'll do.

Your dinner guests will be appreciative if you are thoughtful in choosing the main dish. If you can prepare a suitable vegetarian option, that's always a nice idea. Don't be afraid to select dishes that can at least partially be prepared ahead, either. You don't want to be so hurried on the day of your dinner that mistakes might be made. When you make your meal ahead of time, you can spend more time visiting with your guests.

Slow cooked main courses like stews are often tastier the day after they are prepared, so use that to your advantage. The refrigerator time allows all the flavors to blend and mix into a dish that is tempting for all your guests.

Haute cuisine doesn't need to be intimidating, if you take your time and prepare dishes that your dinner guests will enjoy. Turn the page, let's try making some fine dining choices!