Warming Drawer Christine Olmstead, artist Our pick: Hokku Designs electric warming drawer $340 Buy from Wayfair “My warming drawer is a game changer. I made fresh rolls for a dinner party last weekend and kept them warm until serving. Some friends were late— I kept their meal warm.” Wireless Speaker Andrea Montone-Rinaldi, socialite Her pick: Beosound A9 wireless speaker in gold $5,100 Buy from bang-olufsen.com “This speaker, and a lovely playlist streaming through the home.” Electric Lighter Candace Ourisman, brand/social-media consultant and content creator Her pick: Luma “Flume” lighter $58 Buy from Anthropologie “If you use as many candles as I do, an electric lighter is essential.” Old-Fashioned Glass Shannon Claire Smith, interior designer Her pick: Double old-fashioned glass $109 Buy from match1995.com “Make sure you have the proper glassware for every type of drink. A good crystal old-fashioned glass with a heavy bottom can cover a lot of cocktails.” Beverage Tub Charese John, chef and event designer Our pick: Double-wall antique-brass beverage bucket $200 Buy from Williams-Sonoma “A generous beverage tub allows guests to easily help themselves while it also becomes part of the presentation.” Cocktail Maker Fendy Mesy, senior digital manager Her pick: Premier cocktail maker $400 Buy from bartesian.com “My Bartesian—I even ordered the travel bag for when I’m not hosting but a friend is. And it can be used to make mocktails.” Candy-Colored Platters and Bowls Shannon Marie Sheridan, hairstylist Our pick: Oval aqua glass dish $24 Buy from rareformshop.com “I could write paragraphs on the virtues and versatility of my collection of candy-colored platters and bowls for everything from craft nights to a holiday party for 100.” Dishwasher-safe salad plates Johanna Howe, interior designer Our pick: “Aspen” rimmed porcelain salad plates, set of 8 $45 Buy from Crate Barrel “I host my family every year—50 to 70 people. [One of] the best things is a catering kitchen’s worth of white, dishwasher-safe salad plates.” Cordless Lamp Charese John, chef and event designer Our pick: Hearth Hand ceramic-shade table lamp $30 Buy from Target “Petite cordless lamps on a buffet, bar, or dining table create an intimate, polished atmosphere. They’re practical, beautiful, and an easy way to make a gathering feel special.” Icemaker Andrea Montone-Rinaldi, socialite Her pick: GE Profile “Opal” nugget icemaker and side tank $400 Buy from Williams-Sonoma “[I put this] icemaker next to the bar setup with top-shelf liquor.” Electric Glassware Polisher Danielle Couick, event planner Her pick: Electric glassware polisher by Pavimet $70 Buy from Amazon “This stemware polisher makes life significantly easier.” Folding Tables Johanna Howe, interior designer Her pick: Modern Space Store six-foot foldable table $52 Buy from Amazon “I use these folding tables for the bar, buffets, or large dinner parties. Tip: Use a 132-by-90-inch tablecloth—it will cover the legs and go to the ground.” Related 7 Cheap, Easy Ways to Up Your Thanksgiving Hosting Game The post 12 Tools That Will Up Your Hosting Game first appeared on Washingtonian. ...read more read less