Until a few months ago, the thought of hosting a dinner party filled me with dread. I was convinced that to invite people to dine in my home, the space needed to be sparkling clean. The meal needed to ...

Bettina Makalintal is a senior reporter at Eater.com, covering restaurant trends, home cooking advice, and all the food you can’t escape on your TikTok FYP. Previously, she worked for Bon Appétit and ...