Even though the official start of the holiday season is still several weeks out, your hosting sprint may already be underway. Whether you’re tasked with putting up friends, colleagues or out-of-towners, you can find some affordable upgrades at Target to help you entertain guests with style. The red-dot boutique is brimming with kitchen essentials you need to make this fall a memorable one. Keep reading for items that make prepping, cooking and serving a lot easier.
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Wooden cheese boards are cute and all, but how about one that looks just as good hung up as it does on your dining table? It comes in two colors — brown and natural — and has a convenient opening at the handle that makes it easy to hang up on kitchen hooks. Pro tip: You can also prop it up against your kitchen to cover up electrical outlets.
For many, holiday season is synonymous with baking. If this sounds like you, then this glass cake stand is an absolute must. The lid ensures your goods stay fresh — plus, we like that this has a pedestal to add height, making whatever’s inside the star of the show on your tablescape.
No bartending license? No problem. You’ll be better equipped to whip up a dirty martini with this five-piece bar tool set (thoroughly impressing guests along the way).
What’s better than earth-toned coasters? Earth-toned coasters made of faux leather, of course. These ultra-elegant coasters are the perfect invitation for guests to gather around the kitchen island for some pre-dinner drinks.
There’s nothing worse than grinding away in the kitchen all day only to have your dishes get cold come meal time. This three-section buffet warmer fits a large quantity, has an adjustable temperature range and ensures your food stays warm and always ready to eat.
Level up your dinnerware game with this black glazed set of plates and bowls. They’re organically-shaped (meaning no two are exactly the same), making formal parties feel a little less stuffy.
Having an intimate get-together? You and your guests will love cozying up with this fondue set, which comes with eight forks and a large capacity suitable for hot pots, cheese or chocolate.
This eclectic tumbler set comes with 16 pieces and features square embossing all around that make for a steadier grip — perfect for having a drink in one hand, shrimp cocktail in the other.
Placemats can be — dare we say it — boring, but these printed rectangular ones prove they don’t have to be. The fringed edges give your tablescape an element of playfulness. Once the party’s over, throw them into the laundry for easy peasy cleaning.
Your new dinnerware isn’t complete without a set of equally as gorgeous flatware, like this gold one that looks way more expensive than it really is. Reviewers rave about how each piece has the perfect weight, shape, and modern flair.
One-pot wonders are great for holiday hosting, and this dutch oven is the ideal vessel to create such magic with. It can broil, braise, bake and roast up to 500° F — or, you can use it for stovetop sautéing, simmering or frying.
Hosting brunch? A milk frother is the perfect way to elevate your coffee. Try this battery-operated one has a simple one-push operation. It also comes with a stand that you’ll be excited to display.
While these silicone trays might look a little ho-hum, they’re so handy that we couldn’t resist including them. Say you’re making multiple side dishes in the same oven and with the same cooking time — you can keep them all separated with these nifty sheet pan dividers. They come in varying sizes to accommodate different portions and quantities.