Sending out an invitation - whether that's digitally or physically in the post - adds a layer of formality to your dinner party that can feel traditional and charming.

Monday dinner became a regular occurrence. A core group existed, but each week brought new people—out-of-towners, friends of friends, someone you’d seen at the coffee shop that morning.

The tradition of having a cocktail before dinner is going strong these days. It’s a chance to unwind, relax before eating and help everyone settle into an evening of good food and conversation ...

Dear Miss Manners: A pair of neighbors hosted my wife and me for an impromptu dinner, to which we contributed a nice salad. The food was fine, the apartment lovely. We have sent them a thank-you note.

Hi, guys! You are all invited over to my place for a dinner this Friday night, at 8 P.M. Feel free to bring a date or anyone I accidentally left off this invite. I want this to be a fun, chill ...