You know it’s coming...
with party season (almost) upon us, it’s the time of year when your kitchen takes centre stage. Probably the busiest room in the house, it’s going to be buzzing with festive activity and as Looeeze Grossman, founder and CEO of The Used Kitchen Company puts it: “Serving as the hub for holiday meals.” So with your hostess hat on, here’s how to create the most efficient and convivial scheme, seating plan and tablescape, to make every space count.
Here, Grossman shares her top tips and tricks to update your kitchen in time for Christmas without breaking the bank...
Budget-friendly seating solutions If it’s your turn to host family and friends, you may be worried about how to fit everyone around the kitchen table, especially if you’re working with limited space. “Fortunately, there are lots of creative solutions you can utilise in order to ensure everyone can eat together in comfort,” reassures Grossman. If there’s an extra table or desk you can add to your existing dining space, lay out your table in an L-shape, or parallel to each other, says Grossman.
“So everyone can dine comfortably and none of your guests have to eat in a separate room.” “Another alternative is to add foldaway chairs and stools around the table so the whole family can fit in,” suggests Grossman. “And store these items away after the meal.
” “You can always ask your guests to bring a chair or two, an easy and cost-efficient solution to accommodate eve.