Who doesn’t love a good dinner party? Most people like to go to a friend’s house to eat a meal that they don’t have to prepare.
Dinner parties go beyond that. It allows you to socialize in a private setting with friends and meet other people they invite.
The following note is provided by Rachel to Annie:

Annie,
I'm very thankful that you took the time to come over last night and cook dinner for me and my husband. With the new baby, I don't have much time to cook anymore, and it was great to have a home-cooked meal. I'm glad you're such a good friend to me. Let me know if there's ever anything you need help with.
Love, Rachel