Hosting people? The ultimate party planning checklist here!

What's a party without some lip-smacking food and some delectable snacks to munch on as the conversation flows? The most important thing on the event planning checklist for parties is enough of good food. Now it doesn't matter if you get caterers or make it a group activity or even have a potluck, there's still a need for good finger food and snacks. You can order cheese platters from your nearest home chefs or get packaged snacks from Swiggy Instamart or Amazon fresh. Pair different chips and dips and surprise your guests with a great set of appetisers to pair with their beverages before you head to the dinner table. You can also make fresh dips at home for a special touch.

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Now that food's taken care of, next, we need to set the ambience right for the festive feel. Make the house feeling warm and welcoming with warm lighting, fairy lights, fresh flowers and candles. Don't forget to add essentials like tissues, kitchen paper rolls and fresh hand towels around the house. A great item to add to your checklist for holiday parties is fresh indoor plants. They tie the space together and make it look more homely. To protect your furniture make sure to have enough coasters around and a great bar trolley comes in really handy. If your party has a special theme, make sure to add elements of that to the decor such as for a Christmas party add stockings with everyone's name, a Christmas tree with lights and tiny gifts for everyone attending.

Wondering how to host a memorable party? A fantastic dinner is sure to do the trick. Be it family party planning or party prep for hosting friends, take that fancy dinnerware out and enjoy it with your loved ones. Set the table well before your guests arrive so you don't have to spend any time away and keep extra cutlery handy incase anyone needs it. Additionally, you can get disposable plates, cutlery and cups if you are hosting kids so that you don't have to worry about them hurting themselves with sharp objects and your expensive dinnerware is safe. For all last-minute party essentials, check out Swiggy instamart and earn Miles on every purchase.

One of the most essential items for hosting a party is a good quality speaker or a sound system to set the mood for the night. Music makes it to the party hosting essential lists because it makes the place more welcoming and gets everyone in a celebratory spirit. You can switch up the kind of music playing through the night - soft jazz for the background when conversations are happening, peppy music when you guys indulge in some dance and maybe even make it a karaoke night to break the ice. You can buy some world-class quality speakers on Amazon such as Marshall or even upgrade to a surround sound system and when you shop via InterMiles, you earn Miles on every transaction.

Getting your friends or family together after a long time? We have just the tip for organising a memorable party for loved ones - games. Invest in a good collection of board or card games that allow your guests to let loose and enjoy their time. You can choose from a wide range of games available on Amazon depending on the vibe of the party and the guests. Some of the best ones are Catan, Phase 10, Pictionary, Heads Up and more. You can even organise a movie night at your home by streaming a Christmas-themed movie on Netflix or Prime Video and don't forget to stock up on movietime snacks like Caramel popcorn, chips and instant noodles. Shop for games and snacks on Amazon via InterMiles for Miles on every purchase.

Last item on this party preparation checklist and especially one for the beginners is to always have party favours for your guests. It helps add a personal touch to their night and is a great way to make the night special for every single one. Add small items like personalised stationery or thank you cards that they can hold on to for life and remember you fondly. No party planning checklist is incomplete without party favours, so make sure to add it to your shopping cart and check out more options available on Amazon. When you shop via InterMiles, you earn Miles on every purchase. Pro tip: Add a side of leftover dessert from the party to make it sweeter.