Food & Entertaining with Traci Hatchett

02/13/2026

See the blog for Delicious Romantic Valentine's Day Menu Ideas for an Unforgettable Home-Cooked Date Night!

https://www.foodentertainingwithtraci.com/post/delicious-romantic-valentine-s-day-menu-ideas-for-an-unforgettable-home-cooked-date-night

Delicious Romantic Valentine's Day Menu Ideas for an Unforgettable Home-Cooked Date Night

02/07/2026

Cold weather and Super Bowl weekend are perfect for a warm, hearty bowl of chili. Whether you’re hosting friends for game day or enjoying a relaxed winter weekend at home, chili is an easy, crowd-pleasing comfort food that’s full of bold flavor and perfect for feeding a hungry group. Make it ahead, let the flavors simmer, and serve it with your favorite toppings for a simple, satisfying meal.

See the blog for the full chili recipe and game-day tips.

Easy slow cooker chili recipe that is diabetic friendly.

02/03/2026

Galentine’s Day Dessert Making Party Tips! Get ready to celebrate with your girls. See the blog for more details. ❤️🩷❤️‍🩹🩷❤️

A Sweet Way to Celebrate Friendship.

01/26/2026

Now that the Super Bowl teams have been announced, it’s officially time to start planning your game-day celebrations—and let’s be honest, the food is always the main event!

A build-your-own burger bar is a crowd-pleasing option that’s both fun and easy to execute. From classic toppings to gourmet add-ons, it allows guests to customize their plates while keeping hosting stress to a minimum.

Visit the blog for simple, step-by-step tips on how to set up the perfect burger bar for the big day.

Setting up a burger bar for a football party

01/19/2026

01/18/2026

When the weather is cold and snowy, the slow cooker says let’s feast. Today’s comfort pick: Slow-Cooker Chicken Cacciatore—rich, savory, and absolutely worth the wait.

See the blog for the recipe!

This easy warm & hearty dish is perfect for a cold wintry day.

12/20/2025

The infamous deviled eggs for our family holiday game day today!

Go to the blog for the recipe:
https://www.foodentertainingwithtraci.com/post/deviled-eggs-to-die-for-recipe

12/02/2025

As the holiday season arrives (our favorite season btw), Food & Entertaining with Traci Hatchett created a simple and festive December activity calendar, offering one joyful moment for every day leading up to the New Year. These easy, low-effort ideas are designed to bring warmth, connection, and holiday spirit into your home, workplace, or community without adding stress to a busy season. 🎄🎄🎄

These are simple, quick, and still festive (event-planner-approved, just simplified!). 😉😉

11/05/2025

The holiday season is here — and that means it’s time to celebrate and entertain in style! My book, “Be the Host with the Most: Hosting Dinner Parties with Ease,” offers creative ideas, practical tips, and inspiration to make entertaining at home simple and enjoyable. Whether you’re hosting your very first dinner or you’re a seasoned pro, this guide is designed to help you do it all with confidence and grace. It also makes a thoughtful Christmas gift for the host or hostess in your life.

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