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Do you want to be the hostess with the mostest but not sure where to start? You’ve come to the right place for learning how to entertain at home, plan parties and make your guests feel welcome. Join Kristie LaLonde each week as she helps the beginner hostess learn the tips and tricks of entertaining guests without all the stress and worry! Enjoy the guest interviews with entertaining and party experts as they share their secrets to creating a stylish and unforgettable event. Worried about pu ...
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This is Donna Smith your hostess with the mostess where amazing dialogue and connections are made there's nothing more stimulating than Grown Folk exchange of opinion life experience and personal thoughts openness of expressing is appreciated by most and a mature non-judgemental and respectful way your Hostess will leave you thinking and appreciating her thought-provoking real life Grown Folk Exchange Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/donna-smith5/support
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This is Donna Smith your Hostess with the Mostess where amazing dialogue and connections are made. There's nothing more stimulating than grown folk exchange of opinion, life experience and personal thoughts. Openness of expressing is appreciated by most in a mature, non-judgement and respectful way. Your Hostess with leave you thinking and appreciating her thought provoking real life grown folk exchange. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/donna-smith-hostess-with-t ...
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Episode 71 : How to Elevate Your Bar at Home In this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, host Kristie LaLonde invites Laurie Sugg, the talented mind behind The Fab Foo and the Raleigh Cocktail Company, to share her expertise on elevating the home bar experience. This episode delves into the latest trends in the cocktail scene and offers invaluabl…
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Episode 70 : A Simple and Delicious Easter Brunch Menu In this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, host Kristie LaLonde shares how to enjoy the Easter holiday with your friends and family by using a simple make Easter brunch menu. You will love it because all of the menu items have little preparation on the day of Easter so that you get to enjoy …
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Episode 69: Inspiration and a Review of Together at the Table Entertaining at Home With the Creators of Juliska In this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, host Kristie LaLonde shares three pieces of inspiration that she found from her first impression of the book, Together at the Table Entertaining at Home with the Creators of Juliska. The book …
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Episode 68 The Keys to Avoiding Overwhelm When Planning a Party: Modify, Delegate, or Eliminate Have you ever been so excited to plan a party but by the time the first guest arrived you were completely overwhelmed and worn out? If so, this is the episode for you. The host, Kristie LaLonde, shares a process that helps her budget her time, energy and…
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Episode 67 How to Uplevel Your Table Settings: 5 Tips for a Beautiful and Memorable Table In this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, the host, Kristie LaLonde, dives into the art of setting the table for a warm and welcoming dining experience. She covers it all, from how to get started to how to add charm and personality into your table decor. H…
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Episode 66: How to Create Family Traditions that Make Lasting Memories In this heartwarming episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, the host Kristie LaLonde sits down with Caroline Bowen, the creative mind behind Sweet Kaki's Pies. As they delve into the topic of family traditions, Caroline shares cherished memories and insights into how she has cult…
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Episode 65: Hosting to Create Connections and Build Community with Ashley Klaja In this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, host Kristie LaLonde sits down with Ashley Klaja, a talented creator known for her captivating tablescapes adorned with delectable cake creations. Ashley shares her experience of suffering a loss and feeling like she was alo…
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Episode 64: Soup Supper Success: Tips and Recipes for the Beginner Hostess In this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, the host, Kristie LaLonde, discusses the art of hosting a simple yet heartwarming soup supper that's perfect for every hostess, from the very experienced to the beginner. She shares some of her favorite soup recipes, very simple …
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Episode 63 : How to Use Vintage Decor for the Table and Home Step into the enchanting world of vintage decor and home entertaining with a brand-new episode of The Happy Hostess Podcast! Join the host, Kristie LaLonde, as she sits down with Laura Brock, owner of the House of Hanbury – an online store dedicated to vintage decor that adds a touch of t…
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Episode 62: How to Set Up a Bar at Home In this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, the host, Kristie LaLonde, details how to set up a home bar for a typical dinner party for 10-12. She takes all the guesswork out of how much and what type of alcohol, what mixers you need along with all the hardware such as tools and glassware. You’ll be able to …
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Episode 61: How to Host a Buffet Style Dinner Party In this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, the host, Kristie LaLonde answers a listener’s question about the logistics of a buffet style dinner party for 12. Lydia S. from Summit, New Jersey asks, “Could you do an episode on managing the logistics of parties for 10-12 people? In the past when w…
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Episode 60: Party and At Home Entertaining Trend Predictions for 2024 Are you curious what you will be seeing alot of in parties and table decor this year? In this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, Kristie LaLonde, is reviewing last year’s trend predictions from 2023 to see if she was on target or had some big misses. Of course, she is also mak…
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Episode 59: Mindset Shifts for Entertaining at Home Are you wanting to host more this coming new year? What mindset shifts do you need to make to make that happen? In this episode, Kristie LaLonde shares an episode of Conversations with the Hostess podcast with Amy Long. Amy was gracious enough to have Kristie as a guest and they are discussing all…
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Episode 58: 10 Last Minute Holiday Centerpiece Ideas for the Holidays The holidays are filled with so much activity and festivities that we may need a quick and easy centerpiece to complete our table for the holiday meal. In this festive episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, the host Kristie LaLonde shares ten different super quick and easy centerp…
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Episode 7. How to Prepare for a Stress Free Christmas Morning Brunch Kristie LaLonde, your host of the Happy Hostess Podcast, offers valuable advice on creating a serene and stress-free Christmas morning. Achieving a peaceful holiday experience hinges on effective preparation in four key areas: mental readiness, home environment, gift arrangements,…
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Episode 56: Joy Unwrapped: 25 Christmas Tradition Ideas In this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, the host, Kristie LaLonde, shares 25 fun Christmas traditions that you can start this year to make memories with your loved ones. The list is made up of listener favorites, party theme ideas, traditions that are perfect for making new memories with…
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Episode 55: An Elegant Low Stress Christmas Dinner Menu Join host Kristie LaLonde in this special holiday episode of The Happy Hostess Podcast, where she guides you through the art of creating an elegant yet stress-free Christmas dinner menu. Kristie shares her expert tips and hand-picked recipes for a memorable feast that will impress your guests …
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Episode 54: Five Christmas Gift Ideas for the Hostess In this festive episode of The Happy Hostess Podcast, your host, Kristie LaLonde spreads holiday cheer and shares her top 5 Christmas gift ideas for the ultimate hostess with the mostess! Tune in as she explores thoughtful gift ideas that will surely delight anyone who loves to entertain in the …
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Episode 53: Embracing Gratitude and Thanksgiving During Difficult Times Kristie LaLonde has the pleasure of sitting down with JeriLynne Clifford in this special 1-year anniversary episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast. We celebrate having JeriLynne as our very first returning guest with a heartfelt story of thanksgiving. JeriLynne Clifford, also kno…
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Episode 52 : Classic Thanksgiving Side Dishes In this episode, Kristie LaLonde is sharing traditional side dish inspiration for Thanksgiving. She shares four dishes that tried and true winners for Friendsgiving, Thanksgiving or your next Fall gathering. All of these dishes are simple and easy to transport if you need to bring to a friend or family …
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Episode 51 : Hosting Thanksgiving Tips from the Expert In this Thanksgiving episode, Kristie LaLonde sits down with Renee Patrone Rhinehart, the CEO and founder of Party Host Helpers, a company dedicated to making events, including Thanksgiving, more enjoyable and stress-free. Renee shares her expertise and insider tips on how to host a Thanksgivin…
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Episode 50 : Elevate Your Party Etiquette In this episode, Kristie LaLonde has the pleasure of engaging in a conversation with Alison Cheperdak, the founder of Elevate Etiquette. Alison is not just an authority on etiquette; she's also a seasoned hostess and event stylist. Her talent lies in making etiquette guidelines easily accessible for everyda…
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Episode 49 : Super Simple Menu for Halloween Trick-or-Treating In this episode, Kristie LaLonde shares a menu perfect for a busy Halloween night of trick-or-treating. Every dish is simple even for a beginner cook. The menu is adult and child friendly, perfect for colder weather, and easy to prepare in advance so that you can enjoy the festivities. …
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Episode 48 : How To Entertain Beautifully with Ease In this episode Kristie LaLonde interviews Dwayne Anderson of House by JSD. Dwayne is an interior designer with over thirty years of experience and he is sharing his tips for how to make your home and table beautiful for your guests. His take on sharing your home is refreshing and you’ll love his …
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Episode 47: Things to Do Now to Prepare for a Stress Free Holiday Season In this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, Kristie LaLonde shares some simple things to do now in October to make for a more pleasurable holiday season in December. There is so much to do during the holiday season that many are left overwhelmed and frazzled by the time the …
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Episode 46: How to Make a Good First Impression Entertaining at Home Have you ever felt lost when you first walk into a party? Not sure where to go or what to do? Join Kristie LaLonde in this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast as give five ways to make a good first impression on your guests. Those first couple of minutes of when a guest enters yo…
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Episode 45: Five Cookbook Recommendations for the Hostess Join Kristie LaLonde in this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast as she delves into the world of cookbooks. She shares valuable recommendations for both beginner cooks and those who love entertaining at home. Discover essential cookbooks for beginners that simplify complex recipes and techn…
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Episode 44 : Favorite Hosting Tips from Supper Club Members In this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, Kristie LaLonde chats with several members of Lydia Menzies’ Supper Club. Each member shares their favorite tip to make hosting your next event memorable and stress free. Tune into hear great advice for bringing the joy back into entertaining a…
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Episode 43 : Lydia Menzies and the Supper Club Soiree: Hospitality at It’s Finest! In this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, Kristie LaLonde chats with Lydia Menzies about hospitality and how to create a unique experience for your guests. Lydia gives the details about the Supper Club Community and the Party Prep School designed to teach others …
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Episode 42 : The Elements of a Successful Party There are so many details that can go along with the party that it can be overwhelming! In this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, Kristie LaLonde breaks down all these detail into just a few core elements that every successful party needs. This will help you focus on the most important things you …
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Episode 41 : 5 Tailgate Classic Recipes for Beginners Tailgate season is almost here and it’s time to start preparing what tasty dishes you will bring to the next football game. In this episode, Kristie LaLonde shares five classic southern recipes that are perfect for even the most novice cook. Everyone will be asking you for these crowd pleasing r…
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Episode 40 : Art of Writing Thank You Notes In this digital age, there's something incredibly special about putting pen to paper and expressing gratitude in a heartfelt way. In this episode of the Happy Hostess podcast, Kristie LaLonde gives tips for sending thank you notes in a timely manner, what to include in a thank you note, and how to make yo…
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Episode 39: Tips for Hosting Overnight Guests In this episode, Kristie LaLonde has a very special guest, her sister in law, Lisa Walker. Lisa is the oldest of seven and has been hosting her family overnight at holidays for decades. Lisa and her husband recently opened 3 Forty, short term rental units, in the heart of downtown Lexington, Kentucky. T…
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Episode 38: How to Keep Your Kitchen Clean While Cooking Does your kitchen ever look like a mess after you’ve been cooking? Today Kristie tells how a little phrase from the French, “Mise En Place” has transformed her ability to stay focused while cooking and make cleaning as she goes into a reality in her kitchen. Happy Hostess Social Media Links: …
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Episode 37: A Beautiful Culture of Hospitality In this episode, Kristie LaLonde has the pleasure of interviewing the talented artist, Ceci Mason of DIga Linda. Ceci describes her beautiful upbringing in Portugal and how the culture of that land influences her art and hospitality to this day. You will love the conversation of the importance of hospi…
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Episode 36: 5 Questions to Ask to Plan Your Next Menu There are so many choices when making a menu for entertaining guests that it can be overwhelming. In today’s episode Kristie LaLonde gives you five questions to guide you through the menu planning process. These questions will help you narrow down your choices, reduce your stress load and most i…
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Episode 35: A Caterer’s Secrets to Southern Hospitality In this episode, Kristie LaLonde has the pleasure of interviewing Lee Bogle, of The Southern Sideboard. Lee shares her story of how she came to be a caterer specializing in southern staples and cuisine. She graciously spills all the secrets to what makes a good party, the mistakes to avoid and…
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Episode 34 : 5 Tips to Improve Your Cooking Overnight Get ready to take your cooking skills to the next level! In this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, Kristie LaLonde shares five quick tips to instantly improve your culinary game. From using top-notch salt and high-quality butter cooking with fresh, seasonal ingredients, these tips will have …
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Episode 33 : Serveware Essentials - What Do You Need for Entertaining? In this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast we are talking everything serveware. Join us as we discuss the importance of having a well-stocked collection of versatile serveware that boosts your confidence and enables you to warmly welcome guests into your home. From where to be…
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Episode 32 : Five Company Worthy Meals for Summer- No Grill Required! Today, Kristie LaLonde is ditching the grill for some fantastic summer recipes. From mouthwatering steak bites to a hassle-free one-sheet pan meal with sausages, peppers, and onions, she’s got you covered. These five dishes will have your guests singing your praises and you won’t…
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Episode 31: Confessions of a Scattered Hostess: Progress Over Perfection Kristie LaLonde goes solo on this week’s episode of Happy Hostess podcast confessing her natural weaknesses and struggles as hostess when entertaining at home. She also describes her journey to overcome these obstacles with her own practical strategies and a mindset shift away…
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Episode 30: How to Overcome the Fears of Entertaining at Home In this episode, Kristie LaLonde has the pleasure of interviewing Amy Long, the creative mind behind The Daily Hostess and the host of Conversations With The Hostess podcast.of a Hostess Podcast. Amy's unique journey as a military family, constantly on the move, has taught her the art of…
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Episode 29: Learn the Four Step LESS Approach to Entertain with Little Stress & More Style In this episode, Kristie LaLonde interviews entertaining and lifestyle expert, Leslie Lehr. Leslie shares her simple strategy to breakdown entertaining into four simple steps. Her strategy makes it simple for you to get organized and plan well for a fun event…
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Episode 28: Communication Secrets: Tips for Successful Social Events Hosting a gathering or event can be nerve-racking, but fear not! In this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, host Kristie LaLonde interviews Laura Camacho, a renowned communications coach and consultant. Laura shares her expert tips and secrets for creating a comfortable environ…
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Episode 27: How to Stept Out of Your Comfort Zone and Start Entertaining at Home Kristie LaLonde and Dawn Burns of The Nashville Mom spend this episode discussing some of the obstacles that keep us from entertaining in our home and how to take small baby steps to overcome them. You’ll be inspired by Dawn’s simple approach to get out of your comfort…
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Episode 26: Tips for Outdoor Entertaining Get ready to step outside and soak up the sun, because in today's episode, we're talking all about entertaining at home outdoors. Adrienne Hill of Hen House Linens is joining Kristie LaLonde to discuss everything from setting up the perfect ambiance to planning the menu and keeping guests comfortable, they’…
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Episode 25: Who? What? When? Where? Why? Who? What? When? Where? Why? So when it comes to planning a dinner party or any social event, which one do you tackle first? Tune into today’s solo show to find out which one of these will make planning all the more simple and create a meaningful event. Happy Hostess Social Media Links: https://www.instagram…
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Episode 24: How to Keep Flowers Fresher for Longer Nothing can make a home or party feel more welcoming than a beautiful vase of fresh flowers. They add color, elegance and a touch of nature to your home or party. However, it’s so frustrating when your arrangement starts to wilt in just a couple of days! In today’s episode Kristie LaLonde shares th…
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Episode 23: How to be a Gracious Guest We all want to be a gracious guest when we are the recipients of hospitality! Today’s guest on the Happy Hostess Podcast is Catherine Sanders of The Social Class. Kristie asks Catherine what are the elements of being a gracious guest and what are the best ways to show our appreciation to our hosts? Catherine s…
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Episode 22 Derby Party Essentials On today’s episode Susan Brown of For Pete’s Sake Pottery joins Kristie LaLonde to talk all things Derby. Susan is a Louisville native and has experienced many years celebrating Derby, hosting and attending parties and even going to the Derby. She shares everything that you need to have a fun successful Derby party…
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