Easy Dinner Party | Make-Ahead Recipes | Flowers | Setting the Table

In this episode, I prepare a three-course make-ahead dinner for guests. Recipes and featured tableware are all linked below. Thank you for being a guest at my table!
*Spode Italian Dinner Plates amzn.to/3NesG5t
*Spode Italian Soup Plates amzn.to/3SH4iuv
*Coated Chicken Wire for Flower Arrangement: amzn.to/3ET0ouR
(Items marked * are from my Amazon shop where I am compensated on products sold at no cost to the consumer.)
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Kevin Lee Jacobs
Box 742
Valatie, NY 12184

[@KissyKat]

I got my video notification and I'm like "I'm there!"❤️

[@russbear31]

I agree. Blue and white china is a timeless classic. I have a collection of Delftware that I inherited from my grandmother, who was born in Holland. All of the plates and other pieces were made in Holland about 100 years ago. It was the Dutch who introduced that design to Europe about 400 years ago. They began by importing porcelain from China but later learned the secrets of porcelain-making from the Chinese. They then established the Royal Porcelain Works in Delft, Holland. For nearly 200 years porcelain-making was closely guarded Dutch state secret--a great source of wealth for the Dutch. In the late 1700s the secret got out and other manufacturers like Wedgewood and Spode in England began to imitate the Dutch Delftware. 😄

[@ofield6561]

The f!oral arrangement is gorgeous! I love that pink champagne cake!

[@lauranipper5084]

Kevin...I don’t normally comment on KZbin but I must say that I have to tell you how much I enjoy your videos. You have a way of making me feel relaxed and at peace. At the end of the day I enjoy nothing more than watching a few of your splendid videos. Thank You so much Kevin :) !!!

[@kevinleejacobs1364]

Thank you so much, Laura!

[@carolavant3778]

Your dinner parties must be the most coveted events in your circle of friends! Wonderful food, good wine, impeccable ambiance, and I'm sure the most fascinating conversation! I will most certainly give these recipes a try!

[@bobbiebach1933]

I loved everything about this video! The food ...your simple and thoroughly complete instructions...the beautiful presentations ....and may I say , your kind and even practical demeanor along with your calm , soothing even, melodious voice had me totally transfixed....I could watch your videos for hours. I just may do that!

[@junemacauley6813]

And also your sense of humor! More evident in your “written” descriptions on the website- I loved the ones for lemon and rose cake. 😅❤

[@Dina-md3ji]

Lemon butter muffins or little bites of delicious moist friands are not champagne cake but do put the blush in everyone's cheeks

[@lindaplumley4060]

I'm wondering if you grew up with such lovely meals and table settings or if you developed a love for it on your own? What a beautiful talent!

[@lopeover6296]

Oh goodie, a new video! 🥰

[@Phyllyps-Levine]

Does anybody else want Kevin to write a book so we can all go to his book signing?

[@zorkwork3841]

I started watching these videos and find them really informative, and just lovely to watch. Kevin-you are so talented!!!

[@Diane18]

Yes!! He inspires my life with Beauty, grace, and love!

[@drhyshek]

He already did.

[@ScarletLady10]

Oh I’m so glad I found your videos! Believe it or not you’ve become a comfort to me watching your preparation of such well prepared meals, besides all the other adventures you take us on. Thank you Kevin. I look forward to each and every video you post.

[@Sally-nse2]

I know, me too.

[@kathleenpalmer845]

Totally agree.

[@debhowie5162]

Agreed! Recently found this channel.....thank you!

[@artistscatalogue7068]

A night to always remember. Memorable!

[@gretchenhejazi9463]

Love this menu and the music. Have you ever thought about adding some of your own piano playing to your videos?

[@deea7348]

Mr. Kevin, you my dear are a marvel, and so sweet. I can't tell you how you fill my empty time. A perfect host. I remember years ago, of entertaining, baking, cooking, and crafting etc. Oh how I enjoyed that. Now, I still craft off and on, making fabric dolls, primitive look. Thank you for sharing your time with us, sincerely, your friend from Long Island....✌

[@tiileeves6422]

Kevin, you are so pleasant and soothing ... you remind me of Mr. Rogers! When I am feeling low, your videos always make me feel better. How admirable that you and Mr. Fox have beautifully restored your fine historic house. And you're right, there's nothing like blue and white Staffordshire for a lovely table setting.

[@sarahterry2140]

Cutting down the wall of the pepper - genius tip! Everything looks elegant, delicious and cozy.

[@kristinaginorio1344]

LOVE the color of your dining room. Thank you for an informative, yet straight forward presentation. Far too many folks talk way too much.

[@Scott_Alex1]

Hello 👋 How are you doing today?

[@ruthegloff5632]

Wow❤ just everything you touch looks so beautiful royal❣️much love and thanks from Switzerland 🇨🇭

[@montyduskin4610]

AND PLUM COLORED WALLS IN YOUR DINING ROOM !! SIR YOU RULE !! I REALLY LIKE IT 👍

[@lentilgoddess]

Thank you for all the beautiful ideas! I shall steal with both hands.

[@rosymylene1878]

10 thumbs up! Another no-stress, healthy and elegant dinner party is a gift. Strung together, your videos are an important part of American culinary and savoir faire culture. And you look after our pockets, too. Thank you, Kevin ⭐⭐⭐

[@kevinleejacobs1364]

What a nice comment -- thank you so much, Rosy!

[@rosymylene1878]

@@kevinleejacobs1364 You are welcome, Kevin!

[@kathrynanders9109]

Hi Kevin, I watch your videos mainly on my TV. Just wanted you to know I really enjoy them. Like the cooking and tours of your house, garden and beautiful yard. You are appreciated!!

[@debrahowe313]

I love your recipes, you show and explain everything so there is no problem with recreating your beautiful meals, thank you

[@myheartisinjapan3184]

Not to mention his relaxing demeanor. Just a lovely gentleman.

[@debrahowe313]

@@myheartisinjapan3184 he's so sweet, love watching him

[@myheartisinjapan3184]

@@debrahowe313 absolutely…me too!

[@Janice_1979_]

wow Kevin this is all so beautiful. I love that cake. The flowers are gorgeous. Have a great weekend. Blessings.

[@akeminakashima8328]

You always surpass yourself ! Amazingly !!!!!

[@Laura-rx9mp]

My gosh! I loooove watching you cook. thank you so much and will try these recipes!!! Cheers

[@ricardapoznanski5604]

Your guests are very very lucky people... You are such a wonderful host: All the recepies that I watched are delicious and sooooo tastefully presented. It must be ever si delightful to sit at that beautifully arranged table enjoying a perfect 3 course dinner... And since you seem to be a very observant and warnmhearted person I know ,your guests will hav a wonderful time. I will try all of the 3 courses.... AND :since I am in rehearsel until late and have no time for shopping...BUT HAVE BRUSSEL-SPROUTS in the house...I will "cheat"and do the side dish as a main course...following your recepie....I love the caramalized idea and will try tonight.... Have a great weekend

[@marilynmegibow9404]

I simply love your Vlog. I adore your little jokes ("levitating pink champagne cake"! "). You teach me amuse me and explain everything so clearly Kevin. Superb. Bravo.

[@andreesandahl300]

What a lovely cake for a bridal, baby shower, Easter or Mother’s Day. Thank you

[@castorilaunda5762]

Thanks, Kevin for your wonderful recipes. You explained it in such a simple way. It's almost impossible to find some "gurus" to explain their recipes as you did. Thanks again, from Dallas, TX

[@lynnallen1315]

I do love Spode, especially the teapot. My patterns are the ubiquitous Christmas Tree and Wild Flower in blue. The Italian is lovely.

[@edwardulrich1515]

Kevin, this is my first visit to your channel. You have a clear, calming voice and pleasant disposition. I like the fact that you give measurements in both metric and American standard and step by step directions. Looking forward to another episode. Thank you.

[@canadianjaneoriginal]

KEVIN! I just discovered you yesterday by chance, and I am binge watching all your videos! You are wonderful! I love everything about you, your cozy dream home, antiques, EVERYTHING.. amazing kitchen.. there are too many loves to list! You are relaxing to watch, your flowers are so stunning along with all else, and I love how simple you make everything. I was pining on Nordicware bundt pans and loaf pans for years, and a dutch oven too! and your amazing blue and white dinner wares. I love love everything ( and trying not to sound crazy lol). I have an expression I say when someone makes good food regardless where I am living.. “I’m coming over.. let me fire up my jet” lol you are going to be on my tv until I have watched everything.

[@carolynalfonso4548]

Inspiring!

[@clemenciarodner2339]

Kevin, lovely recipes, and a pleasure to follow you through your preparations. I have a small suggestion: pour you stock into the Vitamix vase, mix a couple of seconds and then pour into your pot. That way you easily “clean out” all the remanent of vegetable purée. Also, I would have deglazed the pot with the stock, but perhaps that would bring dark bit and flakes into a soup that should be pristine.

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

This was so delightful. I'm so happy to have found your channel, Kevin! ~ Jennifer

[@nancyjean6177]

Kevin, you’ve done it again! Your make-ahead menus make entertaining stress free, while still elegant. Your table looks beautiful, and you make flower arranging look easy. I always enjoy visiting with you in that lovely home. Thank you!

[@pcv7263]

You are amazing !! Your channel gives me motivation to have guest more often for dinner . Looking forward to your next video. Greetings from Germany.

[@p.w.4203]

Pour second half of stock into blender to retrieve the remaining pepper mixture. Thank you! Love your calm demeanor and make ahead healthful meals.

[@donnasnorthernlights2089]

Wonderful video!!

[@lindasusanpilon6519]

Magical...brilliant...fun...I will be trying this...especially the blushing batter! Thank you!

[@suzanneseely7167]

I also love your recipes and the clear, friendly way you present them. Like many of your viewers, I am inspired by this video. Thank you.

[@iahorvath]

I have always struggled with what to make for an easy, make ahead dinner menu that is elegant. I now have my template for a foolproof dinner party! Thank you so much for sharing your recipes and tips and tricks!

[@carolynadams4669]

I have a rose bundt pan -- this cake would be so pretty in that shape!

[@redrooster1908]

Looking good Kevin. 😀

[@bellaluce7088]

Delightful! The red pepper soup looked beautiful with creme fraiche and dill garnish in the blue and white china, and the whimsy of a pink champagne cake on a pink cake stand is glorious! What a treat!

[@jelsner5077]

You're forcing me to have a dinner party, Kevin! No excuses --this would be a breeze to make. I used to be a floral designer, and I always augment my store-bought flowers with cuttings from my garden, too. It makes it more personal. Chrysanthemums are so pretty in the fall 🍂🍁🍂 Happy Autumn!

[@charlenethomas4239]

What a beautiful flower arrangement. Such beautiful colors. I think the boxwood is what made it so beautiful, to me...Anyway,it was perfect.

[@dlgoodwin1542]

I enjoyed this video!! Thanks Kevin!

[@dajanaspaargaren9060]

Kevin, thank you very much for this wonderful video. Have a splendid weekend 😀 Greetings from Chicago.

[@lindaalmanza1616]

Oh my gosh how beautiful your table is and the food looks wonderful

[@Scott_Alex1]

Hello 👋 how are you doing today?

[@SlimshadyVictoria]

Wonderful, Wonderful, Wonderful as usual! I expect nothing less from you Kevin! THANK YOU!

[@HerCalifornia]

I made this and I am a very average cook. My adult daughter who was raised on “Martha Stewart” and is quite a domestic goddess said, “this soup is amazing!” “The cake is delectable!”

[@kevinleejacobs1364]

I'm so glad!!!

[@vickikent3341]

Beautiful recipes…by the way, your smile is so nice !

[@dresqueda]

Love all of these!

[@oleandergarden]

Gorgeous!

[@annebieker1248]

A lovely meal. I will try to replicate it all. I know my Ray will enjoy it. I appreciate you give the alternative measurements, very helpful. Thank you.

[@Scott_Alex1]

Hello 👋 How are you doing today??

[@1la1dy74]

You have Ina Garten’s vibes about you. So soothing and calming, i feel like i can count on you to have a lovely dinner party 👌

[@kaywallace6139]

Lovely presentation

[@Phyllyps-Levine]

Neat touch for crème fresh on a soup…pipe your initial(s) onto the soup then garnish with a maple leaf shaped puff pastry. Thank you Kevin!

[@kevinleejacobs1364]

Great idea!

[@ZalthorAndNoggin]

Excuse my third comment in a row but I wanted you to know that I made your Red Bell Pepper soup last night. Totally SENSATIONAL!! The taste is just awesome. Better yet, as I made the full amount, probably enough for 8 servings, I had a second serving at lunch today. All the flavours had smoothed right out and the result was really rich and even nicer. What a fabulous Autumn recipe this is. Perfect for darker evenings while staying home by a roaring fire [or in my case central heating with a fire screensaver in my fake hearth!!]. Such a Fabulous soup. I've not tasted better for very many years, if ever. Thank you again so much. You're absolutely the BEST!!

[@kevinleejacobs1364]

So glad you enjoyed the soup!!!

[@claramariamontesdeoca6362]

Delicious and wonderful all the dishes you make, thank you.!!

[@deebrake]

Another great one, thank you and Happy Friday. Have a great weekend.

[@ZalthorAndNoggin]

Kevin, you keep on coming up with amazing recipes for us to try. Your Red Bell Pepper soup looks amazing as do the chicken and the cake. All "Got To" recipes. Your table looked fabulous and totally seasonal. Absolutely super. Thank you as always.

[@valeriemcnabb197]

Wow! Your videos with their pops of classical music and your antique-filled, cozy home setting are so charming. Take me back to a wonderful time’s in my life. Thx for the shows!

[@Scott_Alex1]

Hello 👋 how are you doing today?

[@arlenecal]

You, your home and your cooking/baking are wonderful.. thank you much!

[@pinecone2455]

Red bell pepper soup was all I needed.

[@easystreetwithjen]

This is entertaining perfection! I always thought the harder I worked, the more my guests would appreciate it. I then read an article that made me realize I was doing it all wrong. The emphasis should be on spending time with guests. Thank you!

[@kathleenpalmer845]

Lovely, just lovely! Your presentations are so delightful and charming (and delicious!). Going to make the soup and cake recipe soon. Hope you and Mr Fox have a splendid weekend.

[@Sally-nse2]

A few of your incredible crushed Rose Leaves delicately sprinkled on the pink champagne cake, would have been extra but lovely.👍 I love roasted Brussels- especially when done with a few chopped chestnuts at Christmas, I never boil them, as it changes the taste totally. This looked like a meal I would have adored to have or be invited to, so good - as always, you are a star host.

[@ginawingrove7061]

Just said out loud oh it's Kevin when I saw your new video x thank you for some fab ideas xxx ps. The flowers look amazing x 💐

[@suzannelacy8093]

How on Earth do you manage to keep your kitchen so clean ? I'm a 74ish old Anglo Irish grandma and I still make a mess . Thank you for making my supper party for ten so easy 🌹.

[@kimanderson65]

Hi, I have never seen your videos before today! I had a small dinner party last week where I served a soup that looked the same, but was butternut squash tomato bisque, and an apple pecan bundt cake, so your video really caught my eye. I also have an extensive collection of Liberty Blue and I love to set a pretty table, and use it an my everyday dishes. Believe it or not, it was a grocery store give away at local stores in 1980 the year I was married and I’ve used it every day since! I enjoyed you video and recipes and will be sure to watch more. Thanks!

[@jeanieesajian2325]

This looks amazing! I could do this!! Love your plates. Love.

[@tomkingswife]

I like you a lot. Your videos are great. Some KZbin presenters make me happy. You are one of them. Thanks!

[@Scott_Alex1]

Hello 👋 how are you doing today?

[@grnwillow4632]

Absolutely gorgeous table!

[@SBooher1]

Just beautiful! it comes together so well with the flowers, the soup, and dinnerware, and of course, the cake! I would love to come to your house for a dinner party.

[@victoriasicilian4573]

Excellent video. I appreciate the tips that Kevin gives us that can be used notonly this menu but other recipes and the flowers look so good and a simple solution.

[@caroledrury1411]

What a wonderful dinner plan just the kind of thing I would like to try that suits our tastes! Again thank you for your kind presentation. I am fond of your cooking mitts

[@harperwood3562]

What a wonderful dinner party! The flowers? Absolutely gorgeous!

[@aeolianartists]

What a wonderful meal you've created, thank you for sharing your gifts of cooking, baking, and hospitality with everyone. I am sure your dinner parties are a hit. I also love your cake plates, they are beautiful. Enjoy your weekend.

[@dianehall5345]

What a gorgeous soup! I'm going to be making lots of soups this winter ~ Diane

[@frankieamsden7918]

You make everything look so easy. Thank you for giving the make ahead schedule. I too love Spode Blue Italian. I love the way the finish feels to my hand. I mix it with my Johnson Bros Blue Willow. The table looks lovely 🌹

[@sherilynpeters6459]

Thank you for the invitation to your dinner party. Everything is decorated beautiful. The demonstration of the preparation of the red bell pepper soup, sage chicken and roasted brussel sprounts looks quick and easy. Oh my the pink champagne cake looks lovely. I love to have ideas for make ahead dinner party meals, this makes the party so enjoyable.

[@Ludivine664]

Hi Sherry. I also had a problem with my not self-cleaning oven to keep it clean until I recently bought the COMFORDAY handle steam cleaner on Amazon. You plug it in, it makes steam and you just sit in front of your stove and let the steam dissolve the dirt. Just wipe clean and voila! It does lots of other chores too, like cleaning windows, sofas, and more.

[@betzie2]

Lovely! Beautiful table! I love the fireplace and you wall color as well. ❤

[@GraceCanadaful]

I will make this soup tomorrow (scraping every little bit out of the blender). Thank you for the great yet simple recipe! You are a fantastic host, Kevin!

[@wendellgee11]

Thank you!! We made the red pepper soup and sage chicken, we substituted asparagus for the brussel sprouts and added mushrooms. Oh my!!! The most delicious food!!!! You are awesome! I love your recipes! We've made so many of your dishes and have impressed by every one of them!!!

[@kevinleejacobs1364]

I'm so glad!!!

[@deniseharrell1591]

You make everything look so easy and gracious! P. Allen has major competition! A vegetable soup for a starter is great because it goes with any protein for a main course! And the giggle water cake looks magnificent!!🤪🤪🤪

[@eileenoconnor5558]

I just found your channel the other day. I love your cooking and baking . U have such a gentle and comforting manner Than u so much will continue watching and give each video a thumbs up like button. Take care

[@brendaeaves1079]

My First Video Of Yours That I’m Watching,Your Beautiful Home,Is So Pleasing To The Eyes,Your Slowly Soft Spoken Voice Carrying Thru Each Preparation & Step That You Do :-) Giving “Us All” Great Ideas From “Food To Decor” Making Us Feel “At Ease” Forgetting Our Troubles & Ways Of The World/Your Channel Is “A Breath Of Fresh Air!” Thanks For Sharing USA

[@barbarageddis1584]

Everything you made looks beautiful and I bet it smells delicious…

[@jendyson6729]

Lovely make ahead food (my favorite for entertaining!) and beautiful table. I have a pretty tureen that I think would work great for a similar arrangement ~ I also always have chicken wire in the garage because I raise chickens 😀I love the spode china and I wonder if that is lovely silverware you collected or maybe got from your mom or grandma? I have my mom's silver and I use it everyday because life is too short not to use all the pretty things. So glad I found your channel, really enjoy each episode, thank you. Hugs from PA

[@Scott_Alex1]

Hello 👋 How are you doing today??

[@susandestefano1820]

Just found you…love that dinner menu….you might just be my new favorite channel! Everything so classy but so easy!

[@larkatmic]

I can’t wait to give this a go. Thank you so much. What a wonderful presentation. The only thing missing are the clothes we used to wear for dinner. Keeping up appearances does seem to be a thing of the past. Love to you and yours.

[@BOMBAY_CAT]

The recipes look so delicious! I love how you made the flower arrangement! Being that you matched your beautiful colored walls with the same color flowers! Stunning!!!

[@Scott_Alex1]

Hello 👋 How are you doing today??

[@theresadilatush8917]

KEVIN - YOU are such a joy to watch!!!

[@aimeeolivieri3480]

Thoroughly enjoyed! Thank for a few minutes of peace, charm and civility. I would love to be one of your guests ❤️

[@marks35]

As usual this looks amazingly delicious and nicely elegant .....a dinner party is not complete without a friendly and welcoming host . I will definitely be trying this out next time with friends :) Thanks Kevin

[@leah1tee367]

Love your dinner table settings Kevin, your blue china is exquisite. My mum had similar to the Moonlight Roses with the Old Country Roses.

[@1cdailey]

You should have a million subscribers. These make ahead meals are so helpful. Thank you so much!

[@sunmoonstars3879]

Your oven is so clean, looks like it’s never been used!

[@bluegirl4079]

Everything you do is so wonderful. I am enjoying your videos so much. I don't think I have ever seen a pepper soup or even a tomato basil soup that did not have cream in it. Your choice of potatoes adds the needed thickness and texture without the high calorie content of heavy cream. Great tip!

[@ramikhirfan7851]

Just came by your KZbin video by chance. Got to say how much conforting your dinner preparation process and how easy going receipes. Thank for sharing a distinguish talent with us.