To FIRST LAST, 

[Address]

27 December 2024

 

Dear [Title] LAST,

Thank you very much for inviting [me / us] to [lunch / dinner / event] on [date]. 

[I am] / [We are] delighted to accept your invitation [and the opportunity of discussing [topic with you]. However, please let [me / us] do the honour by hosting the [lunch / dinner /event] instead. [Since you are a visitor, you should really be our guest.]

[I am / we are] looking forward to the pleasure of seeing you on [date] at [time] in [venue].

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