'Tis the season to ditch the pressure and keep the connection! In this festive episode of Drinks With the Girls, Karen and Lisa are joined once again by our favorite kitchen goddess, Lisa Potter, for the third installment of our "Dinner Without the Drama" series—this time with a holiday twist.
We're serving up real-talk and real strategies for women in midlife who are over the chaos and ready to reclaim their holiday table. From the art of the “micro-party” to make-ahead mashed potatoes and freezer-friendly gravy (yes, a month ahead), we’re talking about how to host without losing your mind—or your joy.
Whether you’re feeding a full house or just gathering your chosen crew, this episode is packed with practical tips, nostalgic laughs (hello, moldy pretzel ornaments), and the kind of heartfelt conversation that reminds you: it’s not about the perfect spread—it’s about the people around it.
Topics we cover:
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Reframing what holiday hosting looks like in midlife
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Smart prep tips for stress-free entertaining
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Holiday food hacks that actually work
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Why it’s okay to say no to the Pinterest pressure
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Creating memory-making moments without martyring yourself
So grab a drink (Slice with vodka, anyone?) and pull up a chair—let’s toast to doing the holidays our way.
🔗 Plus: Recipes, tips, and Lisa Potter’s pantry must-haves in the show notes!
Perfect for: women 40+ | midlife moms | empty nesters | holiday hosts | connection seekers
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🎙️Guest: Lisa Potter Smoke Ridge Custom Catering Smokeridgecc.com 🍸☕ What We Were Drinking:Slice - Grapefruit Spritz w/ Vodka - natch Popwell Cherry Citrus Cabernet Sauvignon
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