Happy Hostess Podcast

How to Handle Common Party Mishaps with Grace and Ease

Episode 77 of the Happy Hostess Podcast delves into the inevitable mishaps that can occur at any party and offers solutions for handling them with grace and ease. Host Kristie LaLonde covers a range of common party pitfalls, from spilled red wine to dietary restrictions, providing practical tips and strategies for keeping guests comfortable and at ease. With humor and empathy...

Beyond Cut Flowers: Thoughtful & Creative Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

In this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, the host,  Kristie LaLonde is here to help you find the perfect Mother's Day gift that goes beyond the traditional bouquet of flowers. This episode is filled with fresh and heartfelt gift ideas to make your mom feel truly loved and appreciated.  With these thoughtful and creative gift ideas in mind, you're sure to m...

Episode 75: Baby Steps to Becoming the Hostess with the Mostest

In this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, Kristie LaLonde, shares small little actionable steps to increase your skills and confidence for entertaining at home.  Through heartfelt anecdotes and practical tips, Kristie inspires listeners to embrace imperfections, prioritize guest comfort, and celebrate every hosting success. Whether you're new to entertaining or see...

Kristie LaLonde, the host of the Happy Hostess Podcast is announcing that the official voting will begin for the  Happy Hostess Cookbook Collective Review.  Collective Cookbook Review will be an in depth look at one cookbook that will help hone your hosting skills and build community with like minded people.  In this episode, she unveils the exciting voting process, where YOU get to choose the cookbook that will guide us. Plus, d...

Episode 73 : How to Build a Community with a Cookbook Club

In this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, Kristie LaLonde sits down with Holly Hyers,  a passionate home cook and entertainer. Holly shares her journey of creating and managing an online cookbook club, discussing the inspiration behind its inception and the unique experiences it offers to its members. Holly provides valuable tips for anyone interested in joining or st...

Episode 72 : 5 Myths of Flower Arranging at Home

In this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, host Kristie LaLonde] uncovers the truth behind five common myths about flower arranging at home. From debunking the notion that floral foam is beginner-friendly to explaining why refrigerating flowers at home can do more harm than good, each myth is tackled to help listeners step up their floral arranging skills. By debunking these myths...

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 invaluable tips for infusing charm and sophistication into your personal bar setup. Listeners ...

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 your family and guests.  Your friends and family will feel loved and welcomed with ...

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 is filled with beautiful gatherings, tables and floral arrangements.  The founders...

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 mental focus.  This process gives you the tools to host an instagram worthy party...

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.  Her tips and tricks will help you set a beautiful table that dazzles your guests and ...

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 cultivated meaningful traditions over the years. From time-honored recipes passed down th...

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 alone in her suffering. This eventually  led to Ashley to start hosting monthly events c...

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 menus  and imparts valuable tips for making soup in general. Whether you're plan...

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 timeless elegance to your home.

In this inspiring episode, Laura shares her passion ...

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 set up a home bar in no time that will be sure to please your guests. Tune in for ...

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 we have had parties my husband and I are always running around serving people so we ...

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 making predictions for 2024 as well!  Tune in to this episode to discover exciting a...

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 things hosting and how our mindset influences the way we entertain guests.  Tune...