The Art of Holiday Hosting- Part Two

Day Two: Classic Thanksgiving & Christmas Appetizers, Side Dishes, and Desserts

On Day Two, we’ll shift the focus to the heart of the holiday season: food. Learn how to prepare timeless Thanksgiving and Christmas dishes that your guests will savor. We’ll guide you through the preparation of:

• Appetizers: Impress your guests with easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing appetizers for both Thanksgiving and Christmas. Think savory bites like mini turkey sliders, stuffed mushrooms, cranberry brie bites, and warm dips, perfect for mingling before the big meal.

• Side Dishes: Discover how to elevate your holiday sides with festive twists. Master the classics like mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, stuffing, and cranberry sauce—plus a few unique recipes to add some flair to your spread.

• Thanksgiving & Christmas Desserts: From pumpkin pies to yule logs, we’ll teach you how to bake iconic holiday desserts that will make your guests' taste buds sing. Learn how to decorate your holiday desserts beautifully, with tips for presenting them as showstoppers on your table.

By the end of Day Two, you’ll be able to prepare a full, traditional holiday meal that’s sure to impress. Whether you’re celebrating Thanksgiving or Christmas, you’ll know how to make both the appetizers and the sweets as memorable as the main course!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Rustic Nook Bakery, 1080 South Dakota 445, Rapid City, United States