How to Host a Big Chili Cook-Off in a Small First Apartment

November 30, 2022 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Nothing helps keep away the cold like a hot bowl of soup or stew, and chili is one of the most iconic dishes to fill this role during the fall and winter. There are many variations of this spicy stew, so chili cook-offs are a popular event during this time of year. Want to host…

Three Fun Video Dinner Party Ideas

April 9, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Just because you’re social distancing to limit the spread of COVID-19 doesn’t mean you can’t communicate with friends. Sure, you can’t see people in person (well, other than your roommates), but you can always have a video dinner party with your friends to make the best of your physical separation. If anything, the massive impact…

Stress-Free Holiday Party Ideas

December 14, 2018 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and if you’re in your first apartment, you may want to throw your first holiday party! Hosting friends and family in your own place can be the highlight of your holiday season. Not sure where to start with a fun holiday party? Check out these ideas and…

5 Dinner Party Ideas For Small Spaces

July 20, 2017 | By Dedreanna AuthorMy First Apartment

When I moved into my first apartment, I couldn’t wait to host our first party. I didn’t want it to be like the parties of my college days though- I wanted a classy dinner party. You may think a dinner party would be hard to pull off in a small apartment, but with a little…

50 Free Or Cheap Things To Do This Summer!

June 21, 2017 | By J Simpson AuthorMy First Apartment

It’s hard not to remember childhood summers as the most magical, wonderful times of the year – full of fun, freedom, adventure, possibly romance. But, as we get older, and move into our first apartments, summer stops feeling quite as thrilling. We no longer look forward to summer – after all, who has the money…

How to Plan the Perfect Dinner Party

February 24, 2016 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

One of my favorite things about living in my apartment is being able to host friends and family for dinner. We’ve actually reached a steady cadence… once a week, we have our next-door neighbors over for dinner, and every couple weekends, my bf-roommate Matt and I invite our parents and siblings over for a weekend…

How To Host A Small Apartment Dinner Party

July 4, 2014 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

Entertaining in a small space? No problem. My family is big on dinner parties and we all love to get together for a fun meal. After moving out, we’ve received some pressure to have everyone over to see the new place, and I’m more than happy to oblige. This requires a lot of thought and…

Planning Your First Dinner Party

January 4, 2014 | By doug AuthorMy First Apartment

Get the new year off to a festive start and throw a dinner party for a few friends. You don’t have to be Martha Stewart to have a successful party and impress your guests. You just need to put together your game plan and focus on a few key details. THE GROUNDWORK Plan your guest list carefully.…

Host Your Own “Friendsgiving”

November 18, 2013 | By Alex AuthorMy First Apartment

With Thanksgiving around the corner, you’re probably headed home – or, if you’re far from home, to a friend’s relative’s celebration. But, maybe you want to celebrate with your peeps. That’s reasonable – for the past year you’ve been living in your own home. Your friends and roommates make up your day-to-day world and you…

Sam’s Fall Sausage and Lentil Stew

September 20, 2013 | By Sam AuthorMy First Apartment

To celebrate the first day of autumn, embrace the warm, earthy flavors of the fall and share with your friends this easy, comforting meal. Sausage and Lentil Stew with Acorn Squash and Kale Serves 6 2 pounds, green lentils, dry 1 1/2 pounds, sweet Italian sausage links, whole 1 each, large yellow onion, sliced 1/8”…