Garten shared how exactly she goes about setting a table in an early 2000s issue of House Beautiful. At the time the now 73-year-old had a column in the publication called Ask the Barefoot Contessa.

The intricacies of table settings have gone the way of butlers and parasol flirtations, calling cards and dressing for dinner. But that may be changing. After all, Downton Abbey was wildly popular for ...

With so many great finds at dollar stores these days, you can stock up on glassware and plateware and easily stay under ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." 'Tis the season for gathering with family and friends in the most celebratory fashion, with many of these ...

Table settings will vary depending on the type of event and the food being served. Set up silverware and glassware so guests can work from the outside in and top to bottom. A floral centerpiece is a ...

Whether you're planning to host a dinner party or family meal, there's one table setting mistake that's easy to make if ...

One of my favorite movies of all time is "Pretty Woman." One of my favorite parts of the movie is when Vivian has to ask Barney to help her learn table manners. That scene sets up the concept of table ...

When it comes time to serve your family dinner, whether it's Thanksgiving or Tuesday night, do you dream of your table looking like it came out of a magazine? OK, maybe that is not the goal for ...

Diwali is just around the corner and we are doing all the preparations to make the festival special. Some like to enjoy with family, while some throw parties to gather all the close people under one ...