Biblical Hospitality & Holiday Appetizers: Rita Heikenfeld on Open Tables, Baked Swiss Cranberry Dip, and Pumpkin Cheese Fondue

Son Rise Morning Show · Nov 5, 2026 · 7m

How did people practice hospitality in biblical times, and how can we bring that spirit of openhanded fellowship to our Thanksgiving and Advent gatherings? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host Matt Swaim welcomes back Rita Heikenfeld from AboutEating.com to discuss Bible foods, holiday entertaining, and quick, crowd-pleasing appetizers. Heikenfeld highlights Jesus's inclusive model of dining—sharing meals with Pharisees, tax collectors, and the marginalized—and shares two seasonal recipes: a 5-ingredient Baked Swiss Cranberry Dip and a festive Pumpkin Cheese Fondue baked right…