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Food · Bess Hawthorne

Come Over for Dinner!

by Bess Hawthorne

So you've told someone, "Come over for dinner!" What's next? Experienced hosts and hostesses share their best advice for planning a meal to serve and help you with detailed tips so you can re-create their amazing dishes in your own home. You'll learn how to make your home warm and welcoming where your guests have a great time and you do too! Find all of the recipes and must-have kitchen items at www.comeoverfordinner.com!

Latest episodes

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A Special Episode with Rachel Jankovic, Part 2

In this episode, host Bess Hawthorne sits down with Rachel Jankovic to talk about her new book, No Time to Be Dumb, and her latest project, Fresh Tank: Weekly Encourageme

Sep 24
53 min

A Special Episode with Rachel Jankovic, Part 1

In this episode, host Bess Hawthorne sits down with Rachel Jankovic to talk about her new book, No Time to Be Dumb, and her latest project, Fresh Tank: Weekly Encourageme

Sep 10
1 h 05 min

Araz - Armenian Beef Stew

Join Araz Torosyan as she shares the many hospitality lessons she's learned through frequent moves as a Navy spouse. From hilarious newlywed cooking disasters to con

Aug 27
1 h 07 min

Valerie - Street Cart Chicken, Part 2

Join Valerie Abraham as she shares how her upbringing in France, life in America, and marriage to her Egyptian American husband have shaped her unique approach to cooking

Aug 13
48 min

Valerie - Street Cart Chicken, Part 1

Join Valerie Abraham as she shares how her upbringing in France, life in America, and marriage to her Egyptian American husband have shaped her unique approach to cooking

Jul 30
57 min

Mandi - Magic Enchiladas

Join Mandi Kirsch as we discuss how to make events truly special, from family Advent feasts to memorable weddings. Mandi tells the story of how she became her church’s go

Jul 16
57 min

Ericha - Chicken, Spinach, and Orzo

Join Ericha Van Brimmer as we talk about finding your style of hospitality, what works for you in your current stage of life, and how that will naturally change over time

Jul 2
1 h 04 min

Kirsten - Cheesy Chicken Chowder, Part 2

Join Kirsten Miller for a conversation on what hospitality looks like as a grandmother. In this episode, we discuss how to be GREAT in your role as a grandma, mother-in-l

Jun 18
1 h 15 min

Kirsten - Cheesy Chicken Chowder, Part 1

Join Kirsten Miller for a conversation on what hospitality looks like as a grandmother. In this episode, we discuss how to be GREAT in your role as a grandma, mother-in-l

Jun 4
1 h 13 min

Mary Ellen - Garlic Butter Chicken or Sausage, White Bean, and Kale Soup

Join Mary Ellen Turner as she shares practical, realistic ways to practice hospitality in the busy years of raising little kids. From delicious meals the kids happily dev

May 21
1 h 10 min

Lorin - Roasted Sheet Pan Dinner or Chi-Chi's Tender Chicken

Join Lorin Grimaldi, mom of six and church potluck coordinator, as she shares practical tips on feeding families at church and at home, teaching kids to help with cleanin

May 7
1 h 09 min

Hero - Miners' Camp Pie, Part 2

Join Hero Merkle, a florist, caterer, and recent college grad, as she discusses the art of creating beautiful floral arrangements and shares stress-free strategies for co

Apr 23
1 h 02 min

Hero - Miners' Camp Pie, Part 1

Join Hero Merkle, a florist, caterer, and recent college grad, as she discusses the art of creating beautiful floral arrangements and shares stress-free strategies for co

Apr 9
1 h 03 min

Kim and Kristina - Easter Special!

Celebrate Easter with a three-day family feast - Feaster! Join Kim and Kristina Hatcher as they discuss how to expand the holiday into a whirlwind of fun, food, and activ

Mar 26
1 h 05 min

Annika - Salad with Hot Bacon Ranch Dressing or Green Pasta

Join Annika Haney, a college senior, as we talk about practicing hospitality in the middle of college life — from crêpe nights and roommate dinners that build community t

Mar 12
59 min

Alyssa - Persian Herb and Beef Stew

Join me for an inspiring conversation with Alyssa Donovan from Canada, best known for her incredible sourdough creations! We dive into everything from making your own sta

Feb 26
1 h 01 min

Ginger, Courtney, and Trinity - Chicken and Dumplings or Beef Bourguignon Soup

In this episode, Ginger Elmore, mother of nine, joins me with two of her daughters, Courtney and Trinity, to talk about raising capable, confident daughters who help crea

Feb 12
1 h 17 min

Lizze - Asian Lettuce Wraps

Join Lizze Miller as she discusses how to dive into hospitality when you’re new to town (She's moved 7 times in 4 years!) and how to make others feel comfortable. Li

Jan 29
1 h 10 min

Elizabeth - Dave's Old Fashioned Chili or Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken

Join Elizabeth Landis as we discuss her new book, The Forgotten Realm. While church and family are familiar places where we spend much of our time, Elizabeth helps us und

Jan 15
1 h 00 min

Nicole - A Baby Shower Menu and More! Part 2

Immigrating from Russia as a teen, Nicole Shuparski offers a unique perspective on serving others including a humorous look into life on her church’s hospitality committe

Jan 1
39 min

Chart trend

Position in the Food chart (US), last 90 days.

#15
all-time peak
131
days in the top 50 since Nov 2024

Chart positions

Where Come Over for Dinner! ranks today in each Apple Podcasts chart (US, Sep 28, 2026).

#60 ▼ 11 Food US

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I love the joy, obedience, and vision constantly reinforced in each show. I’ve learned so much and I’m using some of the episodes in a hospitality class I’m creating for my high school girls.

mamatothetribe · Aug 2026

I love the tips, recipes, and fun stories. Bess is an excellent host and conversationalist. Each guest brings a new take and fresh ideas!

Listening to Gods Word · May 2026

My 11-year-old daughter loves this podcast and doesn’t want me to listen when she’s not in the car with me! She calls it “the hospitality lady.” We laugh together about the funny stories they tell, and regularly try the new recipes we hear. The website is great for catching those later when at home.

LKLea · Dec 2025

This is by far my favorite podcast. I am still listening to all the past episodes and every time I start one it feels like putting on a favorite sweater and settling in for a cozy time. I have learned so much about both cooking and showing hospitality through these amazing interviews. Thank you, Beth, for inspiring countless families through this effort. I’m forever grateful!

BetsyDunlap · Dec 2025

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