Hospitality: How Do You Define It?

Posted by Janice Benoit Apr 17, 2007

I often am asked, "What is hospitality?" Wikipedia defines hospitality as the relationship process between a host and a guest.

But what does that mean in practical terms? I believe that hospitality is better defined in terms of the guest's feelings. For instance, does the guest feel comfortable (in terms of location, interaction with other guests, food choices, ambient temperature, etc.).

So an effective way to implement hospitality at your party, is to use The Golden Rule. Put yourself in the guest's place and make sure that you are comfortable with every aspect of your function. Even in party planning, do onto others as you would have done unto yourself!