# @bhamnow on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DO9ExOJDyCR
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/34946089-bhamnow-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2025-09-23T18:10:53.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Bham Now (@bhamnow) — https://gondola.cc/bhamnow

## Caption

NowPartner🍽️EXPERT HOSTING TIPS: We tapped Kristen Farmer Hall, Owner + Exec Chef of lafetebham + Co-Owner + Pastry Chef of banditbham, + Peyton Lyles, Visual Sales Lead at ballarddesignsbirmingham for their best entertainment tips. The ultimate Bham hosting duo is here to share 5 tips to create your perfect fall table that will leave your guests impressed. 

💙Kristen’s tips + Ballard picks:
1. Welcome each guest with a glass of bubbly
🥂Bunny Williams Bubbly Glasses

2. Always add fresh florals to your table, like ranunculus, dahlias or peonies
🏺Blue + White Chinoiserie Vase

3. Prep heavy + party easy by creating an attractive display
🥐Pâtisserie Glass Serving Stand

4. Pick a color scheme that works year-round with easy seasonal flair
💙Chinoiserie Pumpkins in Cornflower Blue

5. *Don’t* remove the cage from your champagne bottle when opening
🍾Marble Wine Cooler to keep your bottle chilled all evening 

🛍️Ballard’s Birmingham location:
—The national brand opened their first Alabama location in fall of 2024
—The new shop + design center is located at the newly redeveloped Historic Hardwick Building
—Complimentary design services

Visit ballarddesignsbirmingham
📍2308 1st Ave S Suite 106, Birmingham, AL 35233

Visit Kristen’s restaurants:
📍La Fête French Bistro
2018 Morris Ave

📍Bandit Pâtisserie
2323 1st Ave N

Tag someone in the comments who you’re inviting to your fall dinner party!👇

#falldecor #hostingtips #bhamal #entertainingathome WC

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