You said your parents were both 'super, super chic'. Obviously that's you too! Love your style and thanks so much for making this video. Lots of great ideas.
As a frustrated theater major in college I fell into food & beverage and ultimately became a caterer. My dinner tables are my stage. I have dishes, serve ware and glassware for every holiday! I truly enjoyed this episode and took such joy in knowing you are an artist with the tablescape! Bon appetit!
I hate entertaining (coz I am broke and have no friends) but god damn I love these kind of videos. Living vicariously. I love the calm and art associated with these kind of videos.
Love .... from California..... I have collected China and crystal forever.... and I use it ..... hope that never changes in our society its dinner theater 🌹
I just discovered your channel. I absolutely love it. My passion is entertaining and making people feel comfortable and cared for. I love how you break everything down and make it seem not so daunting. And you're too funny! Have been binge watching this weekend. Thanks for producing these lovely videos!
This is simple, understated and very elegant. I like how the table is not overloaded with dishes, flatware and flowers. We can really see the beauty of the set up. Great job! 👍🏾
ugh i cannot express how much i love this show it needs more attention. i've learned so much from it. also fun fact my mother always served french style and only brought out the desert separately, which was her way of keeping her energy so she could entertain guests more happily. maybe out of style but its always an option if you think having a course meal is too intimidating at first!
Half the fun of having guests for dinner is setting the table, I love it. I've been married forever so I can usually shop my own home and decorate without buying anything 😀👍🏻 loved this video. I never let people help with dishes either, they came over to relax and have fun. Hugs to you and Leonard from Pennsylvania 👵🏻
This is such a valuable information, thank you for sharing!! I am Polish descent so I noticed that we set out table differently than my friends... now I know that our way is called the French service! LOL... NEW SUBBIE!
OMG. . . I started watching this video and thought, this woman is definitely off the wall. I doubt if I'll even watch it to the end. Did you prove me wrong! I was howling as your wonderful and dry sense of humour continued to captivate me. . . along with your assured opinion on what you like and don't like. I can definitely see you in theatre. Anyhow, Randi, I'm hooked. I've just subscribed. Anticipating watching more of your vlogs. Thanks, Darryl
OH MY!! THANK YOU for your awesome comment!! Stay tuned for our Christmas special shooting soon but new content on the way !! It means the world to us that you enjoyed the video!! RS
Just discovered DPT! Love it! Bingeing on it! Taking notes for recipes and tips. Just ordered a kitchen knife based on your channel. Your energy and your team are amazing. Love your singing voice and recordings! And the backstory for each one of them. No new episodes...so you need to get to work! Hugs to Leonard!
Always a pleasure to see new content, Randy! This one was right on the money. So many have no idea how to set the table for a dinner party. Keep it simple....excellent advice! And so with you on the napkin rings! I had probably 2 dozen and years ago I just stopped using them. They added an extra step to set the table and my guests had one more thing to futz with. I had more things to gather, maintain and store. Done with the rings. They went to the charity shop. On the lilies...Asiatics have little to no smell. Orientals will make your house smell like a funeral parlor. There is a big difference. As with your butcher and fishmonger, cultivate a relationship with a good florist. They love repeat customers and can clue you in on inexpensive options that have great visual impact and guide you on the stinkers. A good source of flatware are consignment shops. I know most people want ease of maintenance, but if you have a good eye and don't mind a bit of polishing, you can score beautiful silver-plate for very little cash. Stainless too, if you just can't bear polishing silver. Thanks Randy!
UA-cam suggested this video, and that is how I found you. I’ve watched this video multiple times. I so appreciate the guidance on how to properly set a table and host a dinner. The presentation is the prelude to how the food tastes. ;)
LOVE DPT! Also, I want to mention that you can get tons of white, plain dishes at the Dollar Tree! I've gotten almost all of my dishes there, and the best part is if you break/chip a piece, you can go and buy just one! You don't have to always buy a whole set.
I've been looking for a set of pheasants since I first watched this video back in 2018. I finally found a set yesterday!!! Thank you for everything you've taught me.
Just found your channel. Love it! New subbie . Can’t believe you don’t have more subbies and that I just found you, this is my jam. Love to entertain. I’ve always said people don’t care what they are served, they just want to be invited. 😉
pamela cox thank you so much for subscribing!! Just to say : My belief is that making other people feel loved and important in your home is a very subtle and important gift for both you AND your guest!! Life is so short: entertain!!!❤️
"It's Magic" ! 😂I totally agree with you , which is why I HATE OPEN KITCHEN PLANS!!! AGHH!! When we were building our home in Austin, we were constantly being bombarded by comments on how great the OPEN KITCHEN plan was. Nope. I don't want all my dirty dishes and the evidence of all my cooking efforts on display for everyone to see. Nooooo...I like the mystery involved in giving a dinner party. The Magic of how all this wonderful food appeared before my guests, prepared with love just for them to be enjoyed on a special evening. So, I wish home builders could understand that not everyone likes this layout for a home. I love a large kitchen with a SEPERATE dining room. So nice. Thanks for all the great tips. So appreciated. Love from Texas!!❤️
You are hilarious. I had to laugh so many times. 👌🙌☀️ Thank you for this interesting video. I thought I already knew it all. Well you have taught me otherwise. I am definitely prepared now.
so happy I found your channel! love your personality!! Gotta agree about the candles, my mother always lit the candles and blew out... I do to this day, as well as my 2 grown daughter's! It does take time to grow your collection, from different places, times, and as gifts from ppl at times...
So glad I came across your channel, I love table dressing as I love to entertain and really feel it should be a magical experience! I loved this video, learnt a few things too which was great and your energy, humor and personality really shone through and made it a great video, new Sub for sure🙂
I only now happened upon your videos and I am so glad I did! I love your recipes, tips and your presentations. Your approach to entertaining is aligned with mine. Keep up the great work!!
Loved every minute, so much I have learned , I will start decorating my table setting it in a fancy way sorry simple way. Thank you I will look for some more of your videos.
Monica Ramos-Correa thanks so much for watching!! Please subscribe as more fun is one the way- next up? Kitchen equipment suggestions and then ... back to cooking!!!
randall sharp I subbed! I am in awe of you in the best way possible. You present things in such a down to earth manner that anyone can feel somewhat at ease in hosting a simple, yet lovely dinner party...TONIGHT! 😊
Oh my God I love that your knowledgeable and good at this but you also explain it casually and realistically. Gonna throw my first dinner party in 2 weeks and I feel ready lol
Love this video. I immediately shared it with my niece, who is getting married soon, and looks to me for entertaining tips. I have to admit I do love my Mackenzie Childs black and white checked napkin rings, but I bake my own challah and several times have baked braided challah napkin rings which my guests munch on as soon as they sit down.
Randy, I'm with your mother on stacking plates at the table! Totally disgusting. Especially when they scrape the leftover food onto another plate so they can stack them. And btw, AC/DC is a great choice for cleaning up after the party (often the next morning in my case). Love your show!
Heather Martino Oh man I totally agree about the scraping… Also if you do a slight clean up during dinner the guests should not hear that… You know what I mean? Thank you so much for watching! My mother would be proud!
chen christine hey!! Most dinner parties are family casual!!! So glad you enjoyed the episode and remember making people feel loved and comfortable is the greatest elegance of all. Thank you so much for watching!!!
Hmmm... my version of Jacques Pepin's Butternut Squash Velvet soup with roasted, crushed pistachios sprinkled around the perimeter of the Crate & Barrel Coup bowl. Fabulous.
Randy is just fun. She is a natural cook! She rocks.
You said your parents were both 'super, super chic'. Obviously that's you too! Love your style and thanks so much for making this video. Lots of great ideas.
As a frustrated theater major in college I fell into food & beverage and ultimately became a caterer. My dinner tables are my stage. I have dishes, serve ware and glassware for every holiday! I truly enjoyed this episode and took such joy in knowing you are an artist with the tablescape! Bon appetit!
Where has this lady been all my life?! Such a great video. Can’t wait to host my next dinner party
I hate entertaining (coz I am broke and have no friends) but god damn I love these kind of videos. Living vicariously. I love the calm and art associated with these kind of videos.
This video is such a life saver... I've been in YT for quite awhile now and this is my first time seeing this 🙂
Love .... from California..... I have collected China and crystal forever.... and I use it ..... hope that never changes in our society its dinner theater 🌹
It was so much fun watching you! And I learned a few tips and tricks to use at my next dinner party, Thanks!
I just discovered your channel. I absolutely love it. My passion is entertaining and making people feel comfortable and cared for. I love how you break everything down and make it seem not so daunting. And you're too funny! Have been binge watching this weekend. Thanks for producing these lovely videos!
This is simple, understated and very elegant. I like how the table is not overloaded with dishes, flatware and flowers. We can really see the beauty of the set up. Great job! 👍🏾
Thanks so much!! I may do another one of these on a theme or something. It means the world you are watching our show!! Thank you!!
ugh i cannot express how much i love this show it needs more attention. i've learned so much from it.
also fun fact my mother always served french style and only brought out the desert separately, which was her way of keeping her energy so she could entertain guests more happily. maybe out of style but its always an option if you think having a course meal is too intimidating at first!
share it on FB or whatever you are on:)
❤
I still do that... less work.
Why aren’t you on Food Network? You’re amazing! Just discovered your channel. Appreciate your insights and instruction!
That intro was so amazing and caught my attention, I HAD to subscribe! You're my type of people ☺️
Your a hoot and a wealth of valuable information thanks
Half the fun of having guests for dinner is setting the table, I love it. I've been married forever so I can usually shop my own home and decorate without buying anything 😀👍🏻 loved this video. I never let people help with dishes either, they came over to relax and have fun. Hugs to you and Leonard from Pennsylvania 👵🏻
This is such a valuable information, thank you for sharing!! I am Polish descent so I noticed that we set out table differently than my friends... now I know that our way is called the French service! LOL... NEW SUBBIE!
OMG. . . I started watching this video and thought, this woman is definitely off the wall. I doubt if I'll even watch it to the end. Did you prove me wrong! I was howling as your wonderful and dry sense of humour continued to captivate me. . . along with your assured opinion on what you like and don't like. I can definitely see you in theatre. Anyhow, Randi, I'm hooked. I've just subscribed.
Anticipating watching more of your vlogs.
Thanks,
Darryl
OH MY!! THANK YOU for your awesome comment!! Stay tuned for our Christmas special shooting soon but new content on the way !! It means the world to us that you enjoyed the video!! RS
Just discovered DPT! Love it! Bingeing on it! Taking notes for recipes and tips. Just ordered a kitchen knife based on your channel. Your energy and your team are amazing. Love your singing voice and recordings! And the backstory for each one of them. No new episodes...so you need to get to work! Hugs to Leonard!
Always a pleasure to see new content, Randy! This one was right on the money. So many have no idea how to set the table for a dinner party. Keep it simple....excellent advice!
And so with you on the napkin rings! I had probably 2 dozen and years ago I just stopped using them. They added an extra step to set the table and my guests had one more thing to futz with. I had more things to gather, maintain and store. Done with the rings. They went to the charity shop.
On the lilies...Asiatics have little to no smell. Orientals will make your house smell like a funeral parlor. There is a big difference. As with your butcher and fishmonger, cultivate a relationship with a good florist. They love repeat customers and can clue you in on inexpensive options that have great visual impact and guide you on the stinkers.
A good source of flatware are consignment shops. I know most people want ease of maintenance, but if you have a good eye and don't mind a bit of polishing, you can score beautiful silver-plate for very little cash. Stainless too, if you just can't bear polishing silver.
Thanks Randy!
Agree with Tommy!! You are one of a kind!! Love all your videos! Love how real you are and appreciate you very much!!😊
Simple, yet sophisticated!
UA-cam suggested this video, and that is how I found you. I’ve watched this video multiple times. I so appreciate the guidance on how to properly set a table and host a dinner. The presentation is the prelude to how the food tastes. ;)
LOVE DPT! Also, I want to mention that you can get tons of white, plain dishes at the Dollar Tree! I've gotten almost all of my dishes there, and the best part is if you break/chip a piece, you can go and buy just one! You don't have to always buy a whole set.
Such a great time to remember the art of Table Settings!!!! I love love love your content! Thank you for putting the FAB in Fabulous!
Great episode! This information is so helpful. Thank you!
Watched many of your videos multiple times already. Love all of them.
Please do more table setting videos!! I'd love to see other themes you've come up with--I've learned so much from your tips. Thank you!!
LCUMSN thank you and thanks for watching!!! More on the way!
Another great episode in the books! Loved your ideas and rationale. So looking forward to the next one. Thank you, guys!
I was so excited to see a full 30 minute episode! It was, as usual, just great.
You are too funny! I'm so glad I found your videos. Can't wait to see the rest of your videos. Thanks for the tips! 🙂👍
Just watched your channel for the first time love your antics and kitchen humor not to mention your knowledge of food!!
I've been looking for a set of pheasants since I first watched this video back in 2018. I finally found a set yesterday!!! Thank you for everything you've taught me.
Love your channel. So great to watch. I really love it!!
Just found your channel. Love it! New subbie . Can’t believe you don’t have more subbies and that I just found you, this is my jam. Love to entertain. I’ve always said people don’t care what they are served, they just want to be invited. 😉
pamela cox thank you so much for subscribing!! Just to say : My belief is that making other people feel loved and important in your home is a very subtle and important gift for both you AND your guest!! Life is so short: entertain!!!❤️
pamela cox also: new short posting tomorrow!!!
I literally could not have enjoyed this more. You have such lovely energy and are just gorgeous
Thank you so much for this video. Love your energy/spirit.
"It's Magic" ! 😂I totally agree with you , which is why I HATE OPEN KITCHEN PLANS!!! AGHH!! When we were building our home in Austin, we were constantly being bombarded by comments on how great the OPEN KITCHEN plan was. Nope. I don't want all my dirty dishes and the evidence of all my cooking efforts on display for everyone to see. Nooooo...I like the mystery involved in giving a dinner party. The Magic of how all this wonderful food appeared before my guests, prepared with love just for them to be enjoyed on a special evening.
So, I wish home builders could understand that not everyone likes this layout for a home. I love a large kitchen with a SEPERATE dining room. So nice. Thanks for all the great tips. So appreciated. Love from Texas!!❤️
thanks so much for your comments!! It means the world to us that you watch the show! MUCH more coming up!
Wonderful. I'm delighted every time
D I see you videos.
So glad I found your channel! Great info!
I looovvvveee this video and you! Happy Thursday :)
I'm so glad you are back!!! Love you!!!
I love this video! Thanks for posting!
Great content! I learned some great tips! Love the bluntness and hilarity!
Love this so much! So helpful and entertaining at the same time, thank you!
THANK YOU for the sweet compliments and for tuning in Lauren!! come back soon for all the upcoming videos we have in the pipeline!!
You are so adorable and entertaining. I love your vibe and recommendations.
I love the collecting objects idea....I am going to proceed with that idea in mind from now on.....Je vous remercie! ~h
...Which makes your posts a special treat when you finally post.🤗
Randy these are so important for people to know - you're a savior of Western Civilization!!!
You are hilarious. I had to laugh so many times. 👌🙌☀️ Thank you for this interesting video. I thought I already knew it all. Well you have taught me otherwise. I am definitely prepared now.
You are SOOO much fun to watch!!!
Love you, Randy! Thank you!
Beautiful! Thank you very much for sharing ❤️👏👏👏
Always FABULOUS!!
so happy I found your channel!
love your personality!!
Gotta agree about the candles, my mother always lit the candles and blew out... I do to this day, as well as my 2 grown daughter's!
It does take time to grow your collection, from different places, times, and as gifts from ppl at times...
I'm happy you found the DPT channel too!! Thanks for the kind words and thank you for watching!! More to come!!!
I'm looking forward to more video's!!!
Been bindg.watching lol
I need laughter in my LIFE right now no doubt you bring it!!!
So glad I came across your channel, I love table dressing as I love to entertain and really feel it should be a magical experience! I loved this video, learnt a few things too which was great and your energy, humor and personality really shone through and made it a great video, new Sub for sure🙂
I only now happened upon your videos and I am so glad I did! I love your recipes, tips and your presentations. Your approach to entertaining is aligned with mine. Keep up the great work!!
Daniel Gooding thank you!! More on the way!!
What a wonderful person ! I love your videos. Blessings
Vicky 084 thank you so much!
Love love love. Thanks you so much!! J’adore!
You tube thank YOU for watching!!! Kitchen Equipment Suggestions episode on the way!!
Yes! to what you said about napkin rings and only one person getting up to help clear the table. Thank you
Loved every minute, so much I have learned , I will start decorating my table setting it in a fancy way sorry simple way. Thank you I will look for some more of your videos.
Ursula Sanchez thanks mama!! We are filming tomorrow so stay tuned! TONS of videos on our channel also!
Thanks for all of the wonderful tips! Loved the video!
thank you so much for watching!!!
I love you Randy! Just watching you for the first time!
Brilliant as usual! Thank you.
Omg!! Just fell in love with you and the table. Hit subscribe 2 seconds in to the intro singing! Can I come to the dinner parties?
First time seeing one of your videos. Bravo! I Learned alot, thank you
So glad to have a new viewer!! Thank YOU so much for watching and PLEASE stay tuned for more videos in the pipeline very soon!!
I love this Randy💖. Keep sharing your thoughts and ideas 💖🌟
Thank you Suzanne!!! Thank you for tuning in with us!!!
I learned a lot!!!! Thanks you so much!
You're hilarious! I love your energy and I learned a couple of things from this video. ❤️
Monica Ramos-Correa thanks so much for watching!! Please subscribe as more fun is one the way- next up? Kitchen equipment suggestions and then ... back to cooking!!!
randall sharp I subbed! I am in awe of you in the best way possible. You present things in such a down to earth manner that anyone can feel somewhat at ease in hosting a simple, yet lovely dinner party...TONIGHT! 😊
superbe - love your videos !
Love your energy
More table setting please !
For every dinner (?)
So helpful!
Thank you,
Lol I love you’re personality !
This video was really interesting, I loved it
I just LOVE your videos!
Jami Jamison thank you baby!!! New short coming out tomorrow!! Kitchen equipment suggestions!!!
Super helpful! Thank you
best tutorial ever
Oh my God I love that your knowledgeable and good at this but you also explain it casually and realistically. Gonna throw my first dinner party in 2 weeks and I feel ready lol
How did it go???? Thanks for watching!!!
Lady, you are such a wonderful trip. I really, really, really like you a lot. Have a blessed life. :0)
I love your videos even though you don't post regularly ☹️. You are hilarious!
Loved! Loved your video!!!!
You are too kind!! Thanks for watching!
🎉 thank you so much down left upright😂
Very helpful . Thanks 😊
Ugh I love your videos so much! I don't know if you take suggestions but I would love to see your take on sausage rolls!
Love this video. I immediately shared it with my niece, who is getting married soon, and looks to me for entertaining tips. I have to admit I do love my Mackenzie Childs black and white checked napkin rings, but I bake my own challah and several times have baked braided challah napkin rings which my guests munch on as soon as they sit down.
Jill Maleh that’s a GREAT idea!!! I didn;t think of challah!! Well done! And THANK YOU SO MUCH for watching!!
that tablecloth is GORGEOUS! where can i find one?
gorgeous!
So pretty!!😍 Missed you Randy!😘
Randy, I'm with your mother on stacking plates at the table! Totally disgusting. Especially when they scrape the leftover food onto another plate so they can stack them. And btw, AC/DC is a great choice for cleaning up after the party (often the next morning in my case). Love your show!
Heather Martino Oh man I totally agree about the scraping… Also if you do a slight clean up during dinner the guests should not hear that… You know what I mean? Thank you so much for watching! My mother would be proud!
Loved this i am very grateful
Thanks Jose!! And thanks for watching!!
Cannot agree more with the pumpkin vanilla candles ... never should they be burned. 🦄
Kalila Kalani NEVAH!!!
So helpful. Thanks.
Of course!!! Thanks so much for watching!
Omg your fabulous 💖👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼😂😂😂😂😂
Just going to have a dinner party tonight. And its a bit of family casual, but still, thank you for the idea!
chen christine hey!! Most dinner parties are family casual!!! So glad you enjoyed the episode and remember making people feel loved and comfortable is the greatest elegance of all. Thank you so much for watching!!!
I just found you and I love you!
Thanks mama!!!
YES!
Love
Hmmm... my version of Jacques Pepin's Butternut Squash Velvet soup with roasted, crushed pistachios sprinkled around the perimeter of the Crate & Barrel Coup bowl. Fabulous.
civilizeddiva sounds PERFECT!! Thanks so much for watching!!!
More please.
I like that I don't have to learn it all at once.
Thanks for the tips, it was very informative. By the way, i hate the napkins rings toi!😊😊