As the holiday season edges closer — Friendsgiving, Thanksgiving, and a carousel of December gatherings — the pressure to “host perfectly” often sneaks in. But at Sun Cookery, we believe something entirely different:
Hosting doesn’t need to be complicated. It just needs to be thoughtful.
And this year, our Wicked Week series was designed to prove exactly that.
Inspired by the playful energy of Wicked, this week long celebration wasn’t about planning a themed party. It was to show you that all it takes is a cocktail, a playlist, and one good question to get together beautifully.
Below, you’ll find the complete Wicked Week roundup — easy recipes, small touches, and meaningful conversation starters designed to bring people together throughout the season. Treat it as your personal hosting playbook for the weeks ahead.
The Wicked Week Collection
Your full roundup of cocktails, appetizers, conversation inspiration, and playlists.
2 Wicked Easy Cocktail Recipes
Glinda’s Giggle Juice
A bright, effervescent cocktail with just enough sparkle to feel celebratory. You can find the glasses for Glinda’s Giggle Juice in our FIRESIDE HOSTING GIFT COLLECTION.
The Porch Potion
A refreshing, lightly herbaceous gin cocktail — barely sweet, universally loved, and perfect for a porch gathering or pre-dinner moment. The cocktail vessels and napkins shown here can be found in our Gather and Dine Hosting Collection and our Wrapped In Warmth Hosting Gift Collection.
2 Simple, Flavorful Appetizers
Radish Butter
Unexpected, elegant, and impossibly simple — ideal for grazing boards or pre-dinner nibbles.
Potent Peppers
A vibrant bite with just enough personality. Quick to prepare and even quicker to disappear.
10 Conversation Starters That Spark Connection For Any Gathering
Inspired by themes of home, belonging, and the small rituals that make gatherings meaningful here are a few starter questions to kick off thoughtful and fun discussions!
Two Unique Spotify Playlists For Any Gathering
Curated to support gatherings big and small — background ambiance with personality and an energy that gently builds throughout the evening!
Why Wicked Week Matters for the Season Ahead
These ideas aren’t just playful; they’re practical.
They offer a way into hosting that doesn’t demand perfection or elaborate planning. Instead, they encourage you to show up as you are — with a good drink, good music, and a genuine desire to connect.
As we head into the most beautifully chaotic time of year, consider this your invitation to host with ease. These touch points can become the anchor to any gathering:
- A thoughtful drink in someone’s hand
- A shared bite
- A question that opens a story
- Music that makes a home feel alive
Small details, big impact.
A Hosting Philosophy Rooted in Ease
Gathering isn’t about the production. It’s about the connection.
Whether you’re hosting a full Friendsgiving dinner or inviting neighbors over for a simple holiday cocktail hour, it only takes a few thoughtful elements to set the tone.
This game plan was created with that spirit in mind — effortless, whimsical, and most important, inviting.
Save This Page for the Season Ahead
Whether you’re hosting something big or simply inviting a friend over for a cozy December evening, these ideas are here to support you. Bookmark this page, revisit it often, and use it as your guide for creating bright moments in the weeks ahead.
And remember — everybody is a host.
It only takes one simple spark to begin.
