Fresh Perspective: Essential Tools for Your Holiday Hosting Toolkit
For New Hosts Over the Holidays: Discover 20 Time-Saving, Stress-Relieving Products from Walmart to Brighten Your Gatherings
Welcome to our selection of must-haves for the holiday season! While some items may have been offered as samples, rest assured they were all handpicked by our dedicated editors. Here's our rundown of this year's most coveted hosting helpers.
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1. 18-piece Bentgo food storage container set: With their airtight design, these containers are a lifesaver when it comes to meal prep. No more stressing about chopping vegetables at the last minute—create all the necessary ingredients ahead of time with ease.
2. 16-piece dinnerware set: Show off your hosting skills with this earthy, stylish serving set, perfect for accommodating all your guests.
3. Golden serving utensils: Enhance your table setting with a touch of luxury. Gold utensils lend an air of sophistication to your spread, giving your guests a taste of fine dining. 🥇
4. Robot vacuum: Keep your home sparkling clean without breaking a sweat. This automated vacuum takes care of the heavy lifting during those dreaded cleaning sprees before the guests arrive.
5. Plug-in wax warmer: Indulge in some aromatherapy without the worry of accidental fires! Say goodbye to essential oil blends and candles—these plugins will keep your home smelling fresh and your guests relaxed.
6. Tasty cutting board prep station: Preparing meals for a crowd can be a challenge—this cutting board station makes it a breeze! With its spacious design, you'll have all your ingredients ready to go in no time.
7. Crock-Pot: Your kitchen companion this holiday, a Crock-Pot ensures you always have a hot appetizer or side dish waiting for your guests while you continue to cook up a storm.
8. Stackable glass mugs: Skip the endless glass hunting—these stackable mugs are both stylish and functional, ensuring you always have enough glasses on hand for your thirsty guests.
9. Serving bowls: Keep all your sides looking their best with this clean, modern set of bowls. A great alternative to aluminum trays or disposable containers, they'll elevate your holiday spread.
10. Marbled cutting board: Offer your guests a variety of tasty snacks while they wait for the meal—this two-toned board is perfect for showcasing charcuterie, hors d'oeuvres, and more.
11. Large glass pitcher: Stay hydrated with ease! This pitcher is versatile, allowing you to serve iced tea, water, or even a premixed cocktail. For a fuss-free experience, consider pairing it with an ice bucket.
12. Hammered punch bowl: Hosting a party? This fashionable bowl doubles as a stylish beer bucket or chilled wine receptacle for any occasion.
13. Digital wired temperature probe: Monitor your culinary creations with ease, ensuring perfectly cooked dishes every time—no need to obsessively check the oven.
14. Insulated French press: Meet your guests’ coffee demands with this large, insulated French press. A practical alternative to drip coffee makers, it’s perfect for brewing coffee for a crowd.
15. Wooden salad bowl: Elevate your serving game with this handsome salad bowl—plus, the salad ‘hands’ make serving an absolute breeze!
16. Folding chairs: Ensure you have seating for every guest, even if it's unexpected company! These stylish wooden chairs are perfect for future hosting endeavors.
17. Clay tablecloth: Impress your guests with a beautifully decorated table—this neutral-toned tablecloth serves as the perfect canvas for festive table settings.
18. Serving platter: Show off your culinary achievements to your guests with this elegant serving platter. Its simple design allows your masterpieces to take center stage.
19. Linen napkins: Add a touch of elegance to your table settings with these striking mustard-colored napkins. Add a set of napkin rings to really wow your guests.
20. Telestrations party game: Keep your guests entertained and laughing with this hilarious drawing and guessing game—a must-have for any party!
Now, kick back and enjoy the fruits of your labor!
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- For a freelance walmart shopper, choosing the '18-piece Bentgo food storage container set' could be a lifesaver, perfect for handling vegetable prep for holiday hosting.
- In partnering with Walmart for commerce, telestrations party game brings a fun and engaging element to the holiday spread, adding 'buzzfeed-worthy' entertainment for guests.
- A '16-piece dinnerware set' offers a freelance-market option to elevate your holiday hosting, showcasing a stylish and earthy serving solution for guests.
- The 'serving platter' with its simple design and elegant appeal is another useful addition from Walmart's commerce partnership, offering an excellent opportunity for showcasing holiday dishes to guests.
- Post-holiday hosting, a set of 'stackable glass mugs' provides a freelance-wallet friendly solution, being both stylish and functional, ensuring glasses are never in short supply when hosting again.
