We believe in fun not fussy
We're all about getting back to what really matters, enjoying life with those you love the most and making your home feel like the best place to be. Hosting and styling shouldn't be work, it should be fun!
That spirit carries beyond our shoppe door and into everything we do at Hunt and Hostess.
shoppe owners
Lise Davis and Tessa McAuliff share a love for design, entertaining, and a good story - and they’re still surprised they didn’t meet sooner!
Before Hunt and Hostess, Lise co-owned Ayers Davis Interiors with her sister, later opening The Hunt - a shop born out of her love for finding interesting pieces for the home. Tessa McAuliff worked in design for Marc Michaels Interiors before starting Tessa's Tables, a company specializing in elevated cheese boards and grazing tables.
After collaborating on a few events, the two quickly became fast friends and realized they had the makings of a great partnership. One coffee in Palm Beach later, Hunt and Hostess was born - blending design, hospitality, and a shared love for life’s little details.
shoppe manager
Amanda joined Hunt & Hostess in 2023. She’s an LSU alumna, and she lives in Maitland with her husband and two daughters. Previously, Amanda has worked in early childhood development and higher education advancement. She enjoys merchandising new products, connecting with the customers and coordinating special events held at the shoppe.
shoppe associate
Kim joined Hunt & Hostess in 2025. She lives in Maitland with her husband of 32 years and has two grown children.
She attended fashion school in New York City. Her career has spanned from luxury women’s apparel to working with female artisans overseas and bringing their fair trade goods to the retail market at Neiman’s, Dillards and HSN.
She loves merchandising in the shoppe and working with the customers to select the perfect gift or piece for their home.