Entertaining is a multi-faceted art--one that combines world-class wines, extraordinary tabletop and home design, sophisticated foodstuffs and stylish party ideas. St. Francis Winery & Vineyards and Bloomingdale’s understand that any occasion you plan for--be it casual or formal--will create treasured memories for your family and friends for years to come. That’s why we’ve come together to demonstrate the ultimate in home entertaining.

This "how-to" guide is just the beginning. Through an unprecedented series of in-store seminars and events featuring today’s top tastemakers, you’ll learn invaluable entertaining secrets and be privy to a wide range of simple, fresh and fun ideas for creating distinctive entertaining environments at home.

A great place to start is at Bloomingdale’s, a store that has long set the standard in elegant entertaining and home décor. As always, when you shop at Bloomingdale’s an invigorating mix of comfort and luxury awaits you.

But what you’ll find in Bloomingdale’s today may surprise you. Classic names mix and mingle with modern designs in collections of china, crystal, silver and linen that are handpicked to please the most discerning of tastes.

By offering a thoughtfully chosen selection of distinctive and luxurious table settings, Bloomingdale’s makes it easy to create a unique and celebratory entertaining environment. All you need now is the wine…