Fall has officially begun, and it’s time to celebrate crisp fall nights with our loved ones! Throwing the ultimate cozy outdoor harvest doesn’t have to take tons of time or derail your healthy lifestyle. Here are a few simple tips to add to your ultimately comfy gathering!

Decorations - Keep those decorations festive with some fall pumpkins to greet your loved ones. Whether you head to a pumpkin patch to pick the best ones or drive to the dollar store and give those bright orange pumpkins a chic makeover with some seasonal colors, it’s sure to lift up everyone’s fall spirit. Add some flannel colors to your table and keep it simple! Light a fire and add some ‘mellows for a night you are sure to remember.

Menu - This is where Dashing Dish has you covered! My favorite type of menu for gatherings arefood bars. Specifically for fall, I love bars that incorporate my crockpot, which makes for warm and filling meals that feed a crowd. Some bars that I have done have been chili bars, baked potato bars, and taco bars.

Recently, I had some friends over and served Crockpot Texas Chili, White Chicken Chili, with all the fixings, and the Pumpkin Cornbread as a side. For dessert I also served my Creamy Hot Chocolate to end the night by the fire.

Games - Our favorite way to entertain guests in the fall is pumpkin decorating! Grab some pumpkins for painting or carving, and have everyone pick a theme or character, and decorate away! Then have someone judge the best themed pumpkin, and have a little gift for the winner! We have been doing this for years, and it is always the perfect way to keep your kiddos and friends entertained.

So whether your inviting guests or having a party with your family, these tips are sure to make your fall party a hit. So go on and throw on your flannel, grab wood for the fire and enjoy the much needed ultimate cozy gathering!