My husband and I have been trying to open our homes more to have people over for dinner. We both love hanging out with our friends, but I know that we can both become complascent and stop taking initiative if we let ourselves.

I still don't feel like I know how to be a great hostess. I don't think I'm a bad hostess, I just think I could up my game a little. Do you ladies have any advice for how to be a good hostess? What are some of your favorite recipes, party ideas, suggestions for entertaining company?