Expert party planners, chefs, and lighting designers share their holiday traditions and hosting secrets. Everything you need to know about table arrangement, how to plan for your special evening and many more tips. Here’s a short list of what you should keep in mind as a host:

• A Party Planner’s Table Display

• A Chef’s Preparation Guide

• A Lighting Designer’s Illuminating Touches

• The Celebrity Eventiste’s Holiday Home

How would a party planner display his dining table, a professional chef prepare for a family meal, or a lighting designer illuminate his home? Here three of my nearest and dearest colleagues tell how they celebrate the season and how to add a little spice to tried and true displays.

For more Home Entertaining Ideas, click here.