Dinner Party Checklist
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Bar
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Cocktail napkins
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Beverage cooler or tub to chill beers and wine
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Bottle opener
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Bowls for nuts
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Water pitcher
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Cloth runner for the bar top
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Dry towels
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Red & white wine
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Beer
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Liquor + mixers
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Ice
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Dining Table
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Tablecloth linens or tabletop runner
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Linen napkins
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dinner plates
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Water glasses
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Wine glasses
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Silverwear
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Bread basket with linen cloth
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1 or more centerpiece for the table (depending on its length)
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Place cards for seating arrangement
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Candles
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Buffet Style Meal
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Tabletop runner under the food trays
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Platters, trays and bowls to serve the food
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Serving utensils (large spoons, forks and tongs)
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Tiered servers for better space utility
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Etc.
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Hand towels for bathroom
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Wreath for front door
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Decorations for fireplace or mantel, side tables, coffee table, etc.
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Wood for fireplace (if applicable)
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Clean front garden & rake any stray leaves in front of home (if applicable)