If You’re A First-Time Host This Holiday, Here Are 20 Helpful Walmart Products That'll Save You Time And Stress
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1.An 18-piece food storage container set because not only will you love yourself for picking up these forever trending bentos, but with their air-locking design they make mise en place (aka cutting all your vegetables beforehand) a literal snap! Look through all your recipes, figure out how much total onion, carrot, celery, etc. you need — then do all your chopping a day or two ahead of time.
2.A 16-piece dinnerware set in case you're hosting this year from scratch. This handsome, earthy set pairs with most decor and adds a homey touch to any table it finds itself on!
3.A golden serving set so you're guests will have a luxe experience even while they make their plates! There's just something about gold implements that makes you feel like you've (finally) made it.🥇
4.A robot vacuum because why did we ever make these things nonrobotic?? This robotic vac can help spare you some of the hassle of the ~guests are coming~ panic clean we all know and love. Especially if you're handling a lot of the cooking, sparing yourself the ancillary tidying will free you up to make the most out of your prep time.
5.A plugin wax warmer since aromatherapy is a great way to destress both you and your guests on the big day. These handy plugins won't have you trying to blend any essential oils or having to worry if your candles are going to incinerate anybody's cashmere sweater if they lean a little too close to the counter.
6.A cutting board prep station from our Tasty line because, if you didn't know, prepping is the hardest part of cooking. Cooking is like ~sizzle sizzle~ aka the fun part. When the holidays are concerned, and you're trying to roll out more than a few courses, this handy tool will help you prep like the wind!
7.A 7-quart Crock-Pot to give yourself a little helper in the kitchen! These things can be a lifesaver if you're gonna have something in the oven when the guests start trickling in. Since everybody seems to fast when they know someone else is cooking, having a ready-made appetizer soup or dip at the ready can lower the ambient cortisol levels considerably.
8.A set of stackable glass mugs because, as you'll see from several items in this guide, a lot of a host's time can get sucked into getting glasses for guests... You simply wouldn't believe how often this happens! Solve the problem — and look stylish doing it — with these stacking glass mugs which come with a too-cool chrome holder that'll wow your guests.
9.A set of serving bowls so that all your sides have a nice place to hang out before the meal starts. These clean, white bowls look modern in any setting — and are definitely an upgrade from aluminum sheet trays or disposable bowls.
10.A marbled wood cutting board since your guests are likely going to arrive famished! Did they know that they were going to arrive hungry — of course. Did they do anything about it — of course not! This two-toned, nonslip cutting board is perfect for setting out some charcuterie, pigs in a blanket, or whatever else can keep the hounds at bay (the hounds being your beloved guests, lol).
11.A large glass pitcher to hold iced tea, water, or even a premixed cocktail if that's the kind of party you're throwing. ;) If you don't want to dilute your holiday brew, consider grabbing an ice bucket to accompany it (you really don't want guests traipsing through your kitchen whenever they want water or ice when the last dishes are coming out of the oven).
12.Or a hammered punch bowl because who doesn't love a holiday punch??? Oh, I see a hand raised in the back of the class. That's OK! This gorg little vessel can easily double as a much more stylish beer bucket or chilled wine receptacle.
13.A digital wired temperature probe so you can keep an eye in the oven instead of on the oven. Hopefully by this point in your day, you've managed to unwind a little as everything is going well and nobody's gotten into an argument yet. Allow yourself to breathe easily with this super functional probe that'll tell you when whatever you're roasting is ready without you having to keep an eagle eye on it.
14.An insulated French press to give your guests what nobody seems to be able to live without during these gatherings — coffee! You'll find your usual drip coffee maker emptied out within seconds of your guests descending, and day of Starbucks runs usually end up more chaotic than luxe. Solve the java shortage with this HUGE, insulated french press! Great to brew some specialty coffee for a crowd, but also a clutch coffee carafe so you can keep your coffee maker running all day long without suspending service.
15.A wooden salad bowl with salad hands because you'd probably want this even if you weren't hosting! But seriously, having a self-serve salad station with something more substantial than a pair of forks is a must — and it will keep the added work of plating off your... Well, plate. 😝
16.A set of solid wood folding chairs since, most likely, you don't have seating for twelve ready at a moment's notice. If you do, we salute you. 🫡 Chairs that are a little more luxe than white dingy folding chairs make a big impression, and they're a great investment if you hope to host more going forward!
17.A clay tablecloth to help buy you even more precious time away from guests while they admire your tablescape! This beautiful neutral-toned table throw is the perfect canvas to accent with whatever holiday adornments you find most attractive. Pair with a table runner to really show Mom and Dad how much you've grown!
18.A serving platter so you can land your turkey, prime rib, or vegan holiday centerpiece on the table and take a bow! (You'll probably need it by this point in the day.) With its simple yet elegant design, it will show off your handiwork without stealing the show.
19.A set of linen napkins destined to be the pièce de résistance of the place settings! These gorgeous mustard napkins will add a splash of Van Gogh to your table dressings. Pair with a set of napkin rings to really wow your guests.
20.A Telestrations party game because, as a host, you need a little help with entertaining. If you want to keep your guests off their phones and laughing hysterically, pick up this hilarious party game which is like if Pictionary met the telephone game (the one where one person whispers to another until the original meaning is completely garbled).
You kicking back and relaxing because you made it through the holiday circus like a pro. 😜
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