The Art of Hosting

A blog about the finer things.

Featured Blogs

A look into Ensemble’s manifesto.

The Art of Hosting
The Party Was Perfect… Until Nobody Left
The Party Was Perfect… Until Nobody Left
When Hosting Goes Solo
When Hosting Goes Solo
The Hands That Held The Grapes
The Hands That Held The Grapes
Impromptu Gatherings
Impromptu Gatherings
The Power of Intentionality
The Power of Intentionality
The Journey of Inspiration: How Travel Fuels Our Chefs
The Journey of Inspiration: How Travel Fuels Our Chefs
Romanticizing Your Life
Romanticizing Your Life
Navigating Dietary Restrictions
Navigating Dietary Restrictions
Hosting a Mixed Crowd
Hosting a Mixed Crowd
Sip, Swirl, Savor
Sip, Swirl, Savor
Death to the Big Lights
Death to the Big Lights
Don’t Skip the Foreplay
Don’t Skip the Foreplay

Curate your
lifestyle.

Strut into the art of living à la mode! This blog isn't just about throwing the perfect party; it's a masterclass in curating a luxurious lifestyle. Learn from our hosting tales, and unveil the secrets of hosting.

What you’ll learn

  • Creating the perfect playlist

  • Proper lighting techniques

  • Picking wine for the occasion

  • Building a beautiful tablescape

  • Hosting a mixed crowd

  • Navigating dietary restrictions

  • Romanticizing your life

  • The journey of inspiration

  • The power of intentionality

  • When hosting goes solo

Meet the writer

Jessica Avilés

Our co-founder and soirée savant, Jessica Avilés, is a wordsmith with an eye for elegance. This artist of gatherings has one goal — to guide her readers through creating unforgettable moments in the city's social tapestry.

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