Drew Barrymore found hosting essentials for every gathering

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published 23 January 2025

In 2025, eating out is out, and eating in is in. Trend reports have been predicting a rise in at-home hosting across the board this year. With this shift, dinner parties are getting increasingly elevated, emphasizing creating beautiful dining experiences in the comfort of a home kitchen. Luckily, Drew Barrymore has picked out all the essentials you need to achieve this elegance.

The actress curated a collection of items for a beautiful tablescape as part of her role as Chief Gifting Officer at Etsy. Her gift guide for 'The Host' in your life presents stylish takes on the classics. From unique wooden salad servers to custom embroidered cocktail napkins, the list has everything you need to take your hosting game to the next level.

My favorite aspect of Barrymore's recommendations for things people who love hosting always have in their homes is how personalized it can be. For instance, the glass cups are available with a range of motifs from honeybees to puppies to fish, making it simple to make a choice that represents you or even to choose a variety of different glasses. The embroidered napkins are also a simple way to add character to your tablescape.

Beautiful Wood

Salad Serving Tongs

These one of a kind wooden serving tongs would be absolutely gorgeous on a countertop or in a salad. They would impress guests or make the perfect gift.

Bespoke

Linen Cocktail Napkins

Add a custom feel to your dining table with these monogrammed napkins. The curved edges bring a touch of sweetness and personality, while the high-quality material keeps them grounded in tradition.

Editor's Pick

Tiny Dog Wine Glass

I am completely in love with these adorable stemless wine glasses - I truly can't get over how cute they are. They are available with a variety of different characters, so you can choose what best represents your personality.

Organic Feel

Handmade Platter

This softly shaped serving platter will elevate any dinner party. It's handmade for a unique feel in neutral tones that can fit into your space regardless of the design.

Embroidered Detail

Olive Cocktail Napkins

Everyone needs multiple sets of cocktail napkins, and this olive set is as cute as it is functional. These striking linen napkins are adorable and fun.

Rustic Modern Design

Ceramic Flatware

These handmade spoons are a beautiful way to add character to your space simply. Their light glaze gives them a unique appearance.

If you are interested in interior design trends, 2025 is the year to expand your tablescaping cabinet. Rather than buying everything at once, I would recommend collecting a variety of tablecloths, placemats, napkins, and dishes over time. These Drew Barrymore pieces are a great place to start.

Whether building your own collection, or seeking gifts for a friend, stylish and personal hosting essentials are, well, essential.

Sophie is a London-based News Editor at Homes & Gardens, where she works on the Celebrity Style team. She is fascinated by the intersection of design and popular culture and is particularly excited when researching trends or interior history. Sophie is an avid pop culture fan. As an H&G editor, she has interviewed the likes of Martha Stewart, Hilary Duff, and the casts of Queer Eye and Selling Sunset. Before joining Future Publishing, Sophie worked as the Head of Content and Communications at Fig Linens and Home, a boutique luxury linens and furniture brand. She has also written features on exciting developments in the design world for Westport Magazine. Sophie has an MSc from the Oxford University Department of Anthropology and a BA in Creative Writing and Sociology from Sarah Lawrence College.