3 Recipes That Every Festive Gathering Needs

With so much seasonal festivity to look forward to, it’s natural to feel that familiar twinge of pre-entertaining stress–but let this be a relief for all hosts-to-be: at the end of the day, the holidays boil down to a feeling, and not one that comes from grand gestures or perfectly planned parties. Rather, it’s the small moments of thoughtfulness your guests will remember for seasons to come—like a holiday drink handcrafted with care or a dessert that conjures up the fondest of memories. As an ode to the seasonal details, we asked Melissa Norton to share three recipes—a s’mores showstopper that just might be one of our favorite fall dessert recipes, a pumpkin spice latte recipe, and a spiced hot toddy—cultivated with all things festive and elevated in mind.