A loving table: tastemakers' traditions for memorable gatherings

Thirty style-setting women pay tribute to their mothers and grandmothers with tips and lessons passed down through the generations.

Whether it's proudly incorporating a cherished family recipe such as Torta Caprese Flourless Chocolate Cake or Korean Rice Cakes with Honey, or following a mother's advice to "arrive" at your own party the way a guest would, these modern women show how family traditions shape the way they entertain.

By blending inherited dinnerware or decorative pieces in their contemporary tables, these tastemakers embrace their heritage while showcasing their own style. From formal to casual occasions, city to country, and grand to intimate, beautifully designed indoor and outdoor tables tell stories that are generations old. Tip boxes will help the readers reproduce the ideas and perpetuate their own familial traditions.