When hosting a party, it might be a little stressful to know how much food to serve to your guests. This week’s Party Tip provides a little help with just that. Just follow our helpful guide and you’ll have no problems figuring out how much to serve.
Engagement parties, wedding showers, baby showers, all of these parties have one thing in common: food. Whether it is just a cake, or a full three course dinner, food is so central to all of our celebrations. Most parties feature the food all set up together on the bar or dining room table, placed neatly next to the punch and a gorgeous centerpiece. Insert your hungry guests standing in line to fill up their plate and you’ve quickly got a crowded dining room. But we’ve got a better idea: Tasting Stations.
They’re perfect for those summertime parties, especially on a cool, Saturday night. Here’s your how to on setting up tasting stations.
A sample menu would look like this:
Menu
Set Up
Start with getting a few extra tables to put around your garden or patio. Don’t be afraid to have a station set up inside on the dining room table as well. You may have to do some rearranging, but that’s usually always necessary when throwing these parties.
Any kind of tablecloth will do, and a little secret-they don’t all have to be the same. As long as they aren’t bright pink princesses mixed with your grandmother’s hand sewn lace, you’re good to go.
Space out your tables, and use the same serving pieces you normally would. Use the small plates, and as utensils, use toothpicks and plastic seafood forks. Do you see [Read more…]
 
Summer is upon us and now is the time to start planning your summer parties. This month’s newsletter gives you a few tips for planning a summer soiree that will help you create an outstanding, yet without a lot of fuss.
Hope these few tips help when planning your next summer affair. Also, don’t forget to share your summer entertaining ideas with us at social@weddingandpartynetwork.com.
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Hosting a party? Have you ever thought about your hostess responsibilities? There’s a lot more to it than you think. This week’s Party Tip will focus on a few ways to make you a better hostess than you already are for future events.
There are are many ways to be a gracious host at your party. How are you one? Share us your tips at social@weddingandpartynetwork.com.
4th of July is a treasured national holiday. Many families celebrate in the traditional fashion with a neighborhood cookout or family gathering and end the night with fireworks. Keeping such traditions in tact is important, but sometimes it is fun to try something new!
Mix It Up With Your Food
Whatever type of food you plan to serve on the 4th this year, mix it up and prepare a different menu item. Traditional recipes combined with a new appetizer or desert can liven up any table. Keep with the theme and find a fun recipe using red, white and blue ingredients. For example, strawberries, blueberries and whipped cream are utilized in many holiday desserts.
Don’t forget to liven up your table as well. Most craft stores have fun decorations you can use to set the table or picnic area. Purchase or create place cards and name your foods like Liberty Burgers or Freedom Fries. This would be a good way to involve the children or grandchildren in helping name all the food. Also, you can easily find themed plates, napkins, cups and serving pieces. Many flowers, such as tulips, roses, gerbera daisies, phlox or hydrangeas come in red, white or blue varieties and would make a festive holiday arrangement. Your table is one of the main focal points, so spend a little time on your table.
4th of July Activities
If you live in a neighborhood with children or grandchildren, try having a Patriotic Parade. Kids can decorate wagons, bicycles or even golf carts in red white and blue and parade around the neighborhood. Someone might be selected as Uncle Sam and judge the vehicles, awarding a prize to the most patriotic entry. The event could end with Uncle Sam reading a book to the younger ones about the founding of our country. The 4th of July Story by Alice Dalgliesh or The Story of the Star-Spangled Banner by Patricia A. Pingry are two examples of books that help explain the history of the holiday. This would be a great activity shared by all.
All About The Fireworks
The culmination of any 4th of July involves fireworks. Some may prefer to go inside to watch New York or Boston light up the sky on television. Still others attend events and watch a local fireworks show. While these are the least risky options, many enjoy lighting fireworks with family and friends. Most are aware of the dangers of fireworks, and adults should always be present. One or two adults could be in charge of a neighborhood show, which is a safer way for the kids to enjoy the holiday.
However you choose to celebrate the 4th of July, make it festive with decorations, flowers and food. Remember to appreciate the history of the day and enjoy celebrating with family and friends!
Of course, you’ve seen candy buffets at weddings, parties and on Pinterest. Now, you want to create your own with these helpful tips. It’s really quite simple once you have a direction, but it’s also a shop stopper at your party.
We hope these 5 tips help when creating your own candy buffet. Also, don’t forget to share those photos of your candy bar with us at social@weddingandpartynetwork.com.
Planning a party? Want something that’s casual, yet formal in the same setting? Why not host a wine and cheese party? These are suitable for both and easy to host. However, are you stumped with what goes with what? This week’s party tip focuses on just that.
Hosting an outdoor party can be a daunting task. There are so many elements you have to deal with. This week’s Party Tip focuses on 5 tips that will help you be a fabulous host of outdoor parties.
Hope these tips are helpful and don’t forget to share your outdoor parties with us at social@weddingandpartynetwork.com
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Hosting an outdoor party can be a daunting task. There are so many elements you have to deal with. This week’s Party Tip focuses on 5 tips that will help you be a fabulous host of outdoor parties.
It’s off to the races! While you may not be traveling to Churchill Downs, you can bring that Kentucky Derby flare to your home! We’ve got your number one tips on how to throw: The Perfect Kentucky Derby Backyard Watch Party.
First things first: HATS. The most iconic item, maybe even more popular than the horses themselves, are the hats that women wear to the Derby. So what do we suggest since not everyone has extravagant, elegantly floppy hat? Make your own! Tell your guests to bring their garden hats. Have gorgeous flowers fresh from the garden or your local farmers market set out, and let your watch party assemble their own.
This is an inexpensive way to bring the Derby feel to your party, and let your guests have some extra fun. Wondering what to wear? Encourage your guests to find their inner Southerner. Sear sucker shorts for the men and light, spring dresses for women can bring the Derby feel without being uncomfortable in frumpy attire.
Next: Food. For your relaxed party, go with finger foods that are easy to make and filling to your guests. Southern delicacies such as fried green tomatoes, chicken salad mini sandwiches, fried pickles, and tasty crab cakes are great appetizers to serve.
Finish the night off with delicious Derby Pie. You can try to duplicate, but we suggest going with the real deal here. The Derby Pie has been enjoyed by Derby goers for fifty years now, and the recipe is top secret. If you can’t find the pie at your grocery store, head on over to derbypie.com to order and have it shipped to you.
Must have: Drinks. It’s not Derby until a Mint Julep is there! Juleps, along with Stella Artois, official beer sponsor of the Churchill Downs, are your must have drinks. Don’t forget to make a virgin Mint Julep for the kids!
Money Makers: Place your bets. This is what it all comes down to. And just because you’re not there, doesn’t mean you can’t get in on the action! Mention to your guests before the party that they can place their bets online at twinspires.com, official partner of the Kentucky Derby. They even have a mobile site, so guests can increase bets from their Smartphone at the party!
Lastly: extra fun. Have horseshoes, corn hole and bocce ball, which are all fun activities for guests to participate in while you’re waiting for the race to start.
Be prepared for The Greatest Two Minutes in Sports with these simple tips!
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