Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

---

Things Chef Ashley learned when hosting (so you don’t have to 👀)

🥩 If you’re not looking for the #CertifiedAngusBeef logo + that beautiful marbling… you’re doing it wrong
🧂 Keep the menu simple - you didn’t invite people over to watch you cook (even simple seasoning goes a long way!)
🕒 Prep everything the night before (except the beef… that’s a morning moment)
❄️ Turn the AC down early - trust me
🍽️ 2-3 sides is all you need. Let the main dish do its thing
🥗 Keep it light… no one wants a food coma halfway through the night
🧥 Plan the drop zone (coats, shoes, the chaos adds up fast)
🥂 Hand them their first drink - it sets the tone instantly
💬 Have an icebreaker ready… it makes everything easier
✨ Start with something bubbly - it just feels like a moment

Save these tips for later!

~~ If it's not CERTIFIED, it's not the best. ~~

--------------------
Connect with us!
--------------------
Buy the best Angus beef: certifiedangusbeef.com/en/shop/where-to-buy
Get our email newsletter: CertifiedAngusBeef.com/kitchen/newsletter.php
Shop our online brand store: shop.CertifiedAngusBeef.com
Join our loyalty program: rewards.CertifiedAngusBeef.com
Download our Roast Perfect app: roastperfect.app.link/social

Spanish website: https://www.CertifiedAngusBeef.lat/
Japanese website: CertifiedAngusBeef.jp

========================================

Items from our store featured in our videos:

The Smash
shop.certifiedangusbeef.com/products/the-smash

Reverse Sear Pan
shop.certifiedangusbeef.com/products/reverse-sear-pan

Grilling Set
shop.certifiedangusbeef.com/products/deluxe-barbecue-grilling-set-5-piece