82 episodes

Do you want to be the hostess with the mostest but not sure where to start? You’ve come to the right place for learning how to entertain at home, plan parties and make your guests feel welcome. Join Kristie LaLonde each week as she helps the beginner hostess learn the tips and tricks of entertaining guests without all the stress and worry! Enjoy guest interviews with entertaining and party experts as they share their secrets to creating a stylish and unforgettable event. Worried about putting it all together? No problem. In no time, you’ll go from the harried hostess to the Happy Hostess!

Happy Hostess Podcast Kristie LaLonde

    • Education
    • 4.9 • 55 Ratings

Do you want to be the hostess with the mostest but not sure where to start? You’ve come to the right place for learning how to entertain at home, plan parties and make your guests feel welcome. Join Kristie LaLonde each week as she helps the beginner hostess learn the tips and tricks of entertaining guests without all the stress and worry! Enjoy guest interviews with entertaining and party experts as they share their secrets to creating a stylish and unforgettable event. Worried about putting it all together? No problem. In no time, you’ll go from the harried hostess to the Happy Hostess!

    Top Ten Party Essentials You Must Remember

    Top Ten Party Essentials You Must Remember

    Episode 81: Top Ten Party Essentials You Must Remember
    In this episode of the Happy Hostess podcast, Kristie LaLonde shares the top ten often-overlooked details that can make or break your party. She offers practical tips to help you remember those little things that can easily slip your mind. Tune in to ensure your next event is flawless and enjoyable for both you and your guests!
     
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    Happy Hostess Social Media Links:
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    • 9 min
    Weird & Wonderful Salads: Perfect Recipes for Your Summer Potlucks and Gatherings

    Weird & Wonderful Salads: Perfect Recipes for Your Summer Potlucks and Gatherings

    Episode 80: Weird & Wonderful Salads: Perfect Recipes for Your Summer Potlucks and Gatherings
     
    In this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, host Kristie LaLonde dives into the world of "weird salads" perfect for your summer gatherings. Discover a variety of unique salad recipes, from the nostalgic and quirky Dorito salad to the elegant watermelon feta salad, each offering a fresh twist on traditional dishes. Christie shares personal anecdotes and tips for making these crowd-pleasers, ensuring your picnics, barbecues, and potlucks are a hit. Tune in for deliciously unusual salad ideas that will surprise and delight your guests. Don’t forget to check the show notes for links to all the featured recipes!
     
    Resources:
    Dorito Salad, Watermelon Basil Salad & Spaghetti Salad Recipe
    Mary Alice’s Carrot & Raisin Salad Recipe on Instagram
    Cracker Salad Recipe
    Kraft Green Goddess Dressing
     
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    Happy Hostess Social Media Links:
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    • 11 min
    Why You Should Host a Progressive Dinner Party: Benefits and Ideas

    Why You Should Host a Progressive Dinner Party: Benefits and Ideas

    Episode 79: Why You Should Host a Progressive Dinner Party: Benefits and Ideas
     
    In this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, Kristie LaLonde explores the exciting concept of progressive dinner parties, a unique entertaining trend making a comeback. Once popular in the 50’s and 60’s, progressive dinners are now a modern and engaging way to host multi-course meals. Progressive dinners foster connections, community and create memorable dining experiences. The episode covers essential logistics, including how to plan a progressive dinner, coordinate multiple hosts, and manage transportation between courses. Kristie also highlights the benefits of shared hosting responsibilities. This episode is packed with practical tips and creative ideas to help listeners successfully host their own progressive dinner parties. Whether you're a seasoned hostess or new to entertaining, this episode provides valuable insights for planning a memorable and stress-free progressive dinner.
     
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    Happy Hostess Social Media Links:
    Instagram: @happyhostesscollective
    facebook.com/happyhostesscollective

    • 9 min
    Aesthetic Picnics: How to Achieve High Style with Low Key Effort

    Aesthetic Picnics: How to Achieve High Style with Low Key Effort

    Aesthetic Picnics: How to Acheive High Style with Low Key Effort
    In today’s episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, the host, Kristie LaLonde explores the trend of aesthetic picnics. Have you seen those stunning setups trending on social media? We're discussing how to picnic in high style with low-key effort. With warmer weather on the horizon, outdoor entertaining is in full swing. Aesthetic picnics have been all the rage on social media, offering a fresh and unique way to gather with friends. From elaborate setups to simple yet stylish affairs, there's a picnic trend for everyone. Kristie goes into detail in about a very simple picnic that she hosted for her daughter’s 18th birthday party that turned out to be very aesthetic but very little effort. She also gives tips and things to keep in mind when planning your own aesthetic picnic.
    Whether you're planning a lavish affair or a casual gathering, an aesthetic picnic is the perfect way to create new memories with friends.
     
     Quick reminder: Tuesday the 14th is the last day to use the 30% off code for the Happy Cookbook Party. Join our community as we explore new recipes and hone our hosting skills together
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    Use Code HH30 for 30% Off - Discount ends May 14 12:00 pm
    Happy Hostess Social Media Links:
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    facebook.com/happyhostesscollective
     
     

    • 11 min
    How to Handle Common Party Mishaps with Grace and Ease

    How to Handle Common Party Mishaps with Grace and Ease

    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, Kristie shares insights on handling drunk guests, unexpected cooking disasters, and even guests who overstay their welcome. Tune in for expert advice on navigating party mishaps and ensuring a memorable and enjoyable event for all.
     
    Join the Happy Cookbook Party!
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    Happy Hostess Social Media Links:
    Instagram: @happyhostesscollective
    facebook.com/happyhostesscollective

    • 13 min
    Thoughtful & Creative Gift Ideas for Mother's Day

    Thoughtful & Creative Gift Ideas for Mother's Day

    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 make this Mother's Day one to remember!  Kristie also announces the winning cookbook of the Happy Cookbook Showdown on Instagram. The same cookbook that will be used for the upcoming Happy Cookbook Party, which promises to be a fun and interactive experience for hosts of all levels.Tune in to the Happy Hostess Podcast for more entertaining tips, hosting hacks, and creative ideas to elevate your hosting game. 
     
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    Happy Hostess Social Media Links:
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    facebook.com/happyhostesscollective

    • 9 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
55 Ratings

55 Ratings

MicheDC ,

Great Podcast for Both Seasoned & Newbie Hostesses!

Kristie is the perfect podcast hostess to teach us all about how to be a perfect hostess! 😀

I'm really enjoying binging on all the past episodes and look forward to the new ones! I'm already a pretty confident hostess, but Kristie and her Happy Hostess Podcast never fails to inspire me with new ideas or new ways to approach hosting!

MJLStick ,

Excellent

Love listening for good tips!!

elhokay ,

Great In Theory

Love the idea of the show, but lots of the episodes feel rushed and offer obvious ideas/suggestions. Is it just to say that you have a higher number of episodes? The shows that are best and most interesting are the ones with expert guests who do the majority of speaking. The host seems nice, and also seems to have a great love for entertaining and family, but can be painful to listen to as she often stumbles or pauses on her words.

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