Your New Secret Weapon for Effortless and Elevated Entertaining
If you’ve ever felt the stress of planning a dinner party, holiday gathering, or Shabbat meal, you’re not alone. We’ve all been there—wondering what to cook, how to impress your guests, and, most importantly, how to make it all happen without breaking a sweat or the bank. That’s why we’re beyond excited to introduce Happy Host—a game-changing new feature on Prep + Rally designed with YOU in mind. This isn’t just another tool; it’s the ultimate hosting companion that will transform the way you entertain with a community right by your side.
Why We Created Happy Host
Prep + Rally has always been about making life easier, more delicious, and fun for busy families and food lovers alike. After listening to your feedback, we realized there was a need for something more—a tool that would not only help you plan your weekly meals but also empower you to host with confidence, creativity, and ease. Enter Happy Host, your new go-to for everything from menu building to personalized recipe saving, and even sharing your culinary masterpieces with the Prep + Rally community.
The Features You’ll Love
- Customizable Menu Building
Happy Host is designed to take the guesswork out of planning your next gathering. With just a few clicks, you can create a customized menu tailored to your event. Whether it’s an intimate Shabbat dinner or a full-blown holiday feast, you’ll have everything you need right at your fingertips. Start by selecting “Create a New Menu,” give it a title, and start adding dishes that match the vibe you’re going for. Or scroll down for great menu ideas we’ve curated. It’s that simple.
- Personalized Recipe Organization
Remember that one recipe you loved but can’t quite remember where you found it? Say goodbye to that problem. With Happy Host, you can save and organize your favorite recipes all in one place. Whether it’s a Prep + Rally classic or a dish you’ve discovered elsewhere, simply click “Save This Recipe,” and it’ll be stored for easy access whenever you need it.
- Perfect Portions, Every Time
One of the biggest challenges in hosting is getting the portion sizes just right. Happy Host makes it easy with a serving size customization tool that allows you to adjust the number of servings with just a click. Whether you’re cooking for a cozy group of four or a lively gathering of twelve, you’ll have the perfect amount of food every time.
- Share and Contribute
Hosting is about more than just food—it’s about community. That’s why we’ve made it possible for you to share your favorite recipes with the entire Prep + Rally family. Submit your own creations, and if they get the thumbs up from our team, we’ll test them, photograph them, and feature them on our site with your name front and center. It’s a chance to showcase your culinary skills and contribute to a growing community of like-minded hosts. You’ll also be pitching in to an ever increasing archive of tried and true recipes from all of our members!
5. How Happy Host Changes the Game
We know that hosting can be stressful, but with Happy Host, it doesn’t have to be. Imagine walking into your next event with a completely planned menu, recipes customized to your guest list, and the confidence that everything will be a hit. That’s what Happy Host offers—a way to make hosting not just manageable but truly enjoyable. Plus, the ability to share and discover new recipes adds a layer of fun and collaboration that brings us all closer together.
Sample Menus to Get You Started
To help you hit the ground running, we’ve included some sample menus on the Happy Host page that you can use as inspiration or adapt to fit your needs. Hope this inspires you to start menu planning and hosting happily!
All Spiced Up:
Shaved Brussels Salad with Maple Curry Vinaigrette
Salted Chocolate Pecan Oatmeal Cookie Sticks
Not Your Mama’s Rosh Hashanah Menu:
Salmon Crudo Salad with Apple and Pomegranate
Melted Onion and Rosemary Braised French Roast
Sweet and Sour Cabbage Meatballs
Asparagus with Lemony Leek Confetti
Apple and Cinnamon Cake with Honey Glaze
Flavor Explosion:
Golden Milk Carrot & Apple Soup
Honey Roasted Zaatar Chicken with Dried Fruit
Tarragon-Crusted Veal Rack with Butternut Squash Cream and Sauteed Mushrooms
Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini Dressing
Mediterranean Vibes:
Roasted Carrots with Herb Wash
Jeweled Rice with Caramelize Onions, Dill, Pistachios and Cranberries
Fennel Pomegranate and Parsley Salad with Lemon-Zatar Dressing
Comfy Cozy:
Cider Braised Short ribs with pomegranate relish
Pan Roasted Chicken with Grapes and Olives
Light Lunchin’
Citrus Salmon or Maple Walnut Crusted Salmon
Spice Roasted Chicken with Red Pepper Chimichurri
Chocolate Tart with Blueberries
All Jazzed up:
Jerusalem Artichoke Soup with Apple Chips
Crispy Duck Breast with Root Vegetable Cream, Farro Risotto, and Sliced Apple
Dairy Queen:
Pickled Salmon with Dill Pickle Sauce Or Kani Salad with Horseradish Sauce
Baked Fontina with Caramelized Onions & Fig Jam
Spaghetti Squash Caccio e Pepe
California Citrus Olive Oil Cake
Classic and Simple:
Medjool Date and Root Vegetable Stew
White Wine Braised Brussels Sprouts with ‘Bacon’ and Raisins
The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies
Apple and Cinnamon Cake with Honey Glaze
These menus are just the beginning! Use them as a foundation and let your creativity shine as you build out your own menus that will leave your guests raving.
A Special Offer to Get You Started
To celebrate the launch of Happy Host, we’re offering an exclusive deal just for you. Sign up for an annual membership using the code Happyhost and receive 20% off your subscription. But
that’s not all—email us after you sign up, and we’ll send you a FREE Prep + Rally Knife as our way of saying thank you. This deal is available for a limited time, so don’t wait!
Ready to Revolutionize Your Hosting?
Whether you’re planning your next big event or just looking to simplify your weekly meal planning, Happy Host is here to make it all easier and more enjoyable. Join us on this journey to stress-free, elevated entertaining, and let’s make every gathering a little more special together.
Head over to Prep + Rally and explore the new Happy Host feature today. Your guests (and your sanity) will thank you!
Hey, I’m Dini Klein. I’m a cookbook author (you can shop my book here!) food host, former private chef, wife, and mama to some cute and very energetic kids.
Prep + Rally™ is my solution to getting a wholesome dinner on the table on those busy week nights when juggling mommy-ing and work life feels almost impossible. Prep + Rally is the system helping busy moms all over the world get through it with ease!
