how to host your galentines dinner the right way this year
If you have been wanting to host a galentines dinner but the right way, then I'm here to help. Today I'll share some really cute and put-together decor and food ideas that I was able to successfully pull off at my galentines dinners in the past.
If you have ever wondered how to host galentines day and achieve a beautifully decorated ambiance with delicious food and drinks for your friends then you're in luck because today I'll be sharing my secret tips on how I have done this in the past.
So here is how you can host your galentines dinner the right way this year
the table setting
There are many things you can do for the table setting and the one I chose was quite minimal and classic. Adding some florals and nice dishes will do the trick. You can also add some LED candles or candelabras to create a romantic mood. Just choose your color palette and go from there when choosing your flowers and tablecloth.
the overall decor and ambiance
I also went out of the way and made my own balloon installment which was very easy to do and took only an hour thanks to the balloon pump. But another important aspect is lighting which you can create in different ways I added LED tea lights to create a romantic ambiance but you can use real ones if you dare. You can also add candelabras if you want a more impactful look. Also, choose your room wisely, I recommend the dining room but I've seen people host a galentines dinner on their coffee table. So it depends on what kind of dinner you want to host.
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The food and desserts
The menu is completely up to you but here are a few things that I did. I themed the dinner classic Italian and I served heart-shaped ravioli, a heart-shaped pizza and I even made a heart-shaped vintage cake myself. (It was not perfect by any means but it turned out great for the first time making it) You can make it easier for yourself and just order the cake. As for snacks, I made a pink charcuterie board with strawberry and Oreo pocky sticks and other snacks that are heart-shaped foods. You can make any food heart-shaped by just using a heart-shaped cookie cutter.
the drinks
Whether you choose to create a boozy drink menu or nicely decorated mocktails, a pretty drink is a necessity at your galentines dinner. You can do something simple and just mix strawberry lemonade with vodka and add heart-shaped strawberries into the drink or go the extra mile and do something more dramatic. Whatever dink you choose make sure to add some romantic details, you can also add some red velvet bows onto the stem of the glass to create an aesthetically pleasing drink.
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the details
The smallest details can make a great impact on your Valentine's decorations for your galentines dinner. Last year I rolled my napkins into a heart shape and it turned out amazing. My guests loved it so much they didn't even want to touch the napkin. There are many things you can do to elevate your tablescape or overall decor even with the food you serve. Serving heart-shaped foods will not only leave your guests impressed but it contributes to the overall atmosphere.
These tips will make sure your galentines dinner will be nothing short of a success and will leave all your guests impressed.
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