Growing up with a family restaurant and accommodation business, I learnt early that hosting isn’t just about putting food on a table - it’s about creating an experience people want to come back to.

In this episode of Home & Hosting with Loui Burke, I’m sharing 6 simple, practical tips to help you host like a natural - whether it’s a casual dinner with friends or a special celebration.

You’ll learn:

• How to scent-scape your home so it smells amazing the second guests arrive

• The lighting and music tricks that instantly shift the mood

• How to arrange seating and surfaces so conversation flows naturally

• Table setting tips - from tablecloths to napkins to where to put the flowers

• Buffet vs. family-style dining (and why I prefer one over the other)

• How to stay relaxed and actually enjoy yourself as the host

These are the little things that make a big difference - and the reason people leave your home feeling cared for, connected, and ready to come back again.