Paperback The Soul of the Holidays A WineDineDeeDee Guide to Entertaining, Pouring, and Gathering

Make this holiday season feel as good as it tastes.

In The Soul of the Holidays: A WineDineDeeDee Guide to Entertaining, Pouring, and Gathering, DeeDee Johnson invites you to create celebrations filled with delicious food, thoughtful wine pairings, and meaningful connection.

With Southern warmth, humor, and lessons from her own table, DeeDee shares practical ways to take the stress out of hosting. From choosing bottles for your budget to planning your party countdown, this welcoming guide helps you prepare with confidence and enjoy the people you’ve gathered.

Inside, discover how to:

- Stock your holiday wine collection and estimate what you’ll need.

- Serve wine with confidence, from glassware to temperature.

- Pair wines with the many flavors of a holiday meal.

- Plan ahead with a manageable entertaining timeline.

- Create inviting tablescapes, a festive wine station, and a warm welcome for every guest.

A companion to The Soul of Food and Wine, this book blends personal stories with approachable hosting advice for first-time entertainers and seasoned hosts alike.

Because the heart of a memorable gathering is the feeling your guests carry home.

Cook with Love. Pour with Intention. Taste with Soul.