Parties

Host a Kebab Party

Host a Kebab Party – Easy Grilling Tips!
Warm summer evenings are perfect for entertaining, and putting together a “do-it-yourself” kebab party is easy and fun!
Here’s what you need to assemble:
Main Selection

Choose two or three quick cooking cuts such as beef or pork tenderloin, chicken breasts, salmon fillet or shrimp.
Marinade as you’d like, whether homemade or... Read more »

Friday Night Pizza Party for Friends!

Host a Friday Night Pizza Party for Friends!
These days, staying at home and sharing a simple meal with friends is appealing on so many levels, and pizza definitely fits the bill! Delicious, not too expensive and hands on – three factors that add up to a fun night!
Invite Guests
This is a casual evening, so written... Read more »

Pizza Party Ideas: Birthday Party Themes and Ideas

Perfectly Easy Entertaining with a Pizza Party!
When it comes to fun and casual entertaining, nothing could be simpler than a pizza party! Pizza appeals to children and adults alike and so, of course, two party plans are in order.
Hosting a Pizza Themed Birthday Party for Your Child
A pizza themed party is great for boys or... Read more »

Tip Tuesday – A Sparkling Summer Dessert!

Tip Tuesday – A Sparkling Summer Dessert!
This week I came across a fun new idea for a summer dessert: a popsicle and soda bar! This cool treat is easily pulled together by assembling an assortment of “skinny” ice pops in a variety of fruit flavors, along with carbonated sodas and sparkling flavored waters. Invite guests... Read more »

Fourth of July Patriotic Party Panache!

Celebrate the Fourth of July with Patriotic Panache!
The summer months offer us three great opportunities for patriotic inspired entertaining! And with a little bit of planning, you can easily host a star-studded party! A casual, outdoor gathering with a delicious grilled meal, along with lots of fun activities for the kids, can be the highlight... Read more »

Fun Oscar Night Menus

Tip of the Week: Fun Oscar Night Menus!
The Academy Awards are right around the corner and I just love what All Recipes has done to make celebrating both thematic and easy! Using the setting, characters and memorable quotes from the five films nominated for Best Picture as their inspiration, All Recipes has created five delicious... Read more »

Fabulous Hot Chocolate Bar

Tip of the Week: Warm up the Winter with a Hot Chocolate Bar!
During the cold winter months, it’s nice to entertain guests who, like you, might be suffering from a bit of cabin fever! And adding a hot chocolate bar to any winter gathering will be a welcome addition! Here are some ideas for delicious... Read more »

Best Affordable Champagnes for New Year’s Eve

Tip of the Week – New Champagnes for New Year’s Eve
When it comes to champagne, my expertise is pretty limited! I’ve purchased Korbel Champagne which retails for a fairly unexciting $10 and Dom Perignon which breaks the bank, retailing for around $100, leaving a vast unknown in between! But this New Year’s Eve, I’m prepared... Read more »

Football Themed Decorations

Tip of the Week- Football Themed Decorations!
Football is such a favorite American pastime that whether you’re watching a small town high school or professional football team , the game is perfect for festive get togethers! I’ve written several articles about tailgating and have spent a lot of time thinking of clever table decorations for a... Read more »

Host a High School Musical 3 Party

Host a High School Musical 3 Party!
The anxiously anticipated final installment of the High School Musical trilogy dances into movie theatres on Friday, October 24th and my kids can’t wait! Coming up with a fun party plan for a movie that isn’t even in the theatres yet is a bit challenging, but since this is... Read more »