Inspiration for Stylish Entertaining
Wondering what to serve the masses at your next cocktail gathering? Here are 2 tried-and-true recipes that should satisfy the taste buds as well as your need for prepping early and easily. This Open House Punch is a classic thirst quencher, and I’ve never met anyone who didn’t love it. 1 regular size can frozen… Read More
By my estimation, you have just about enough time to run out and get the ingredients to put together one of these delicious drinks. The colors are perfect for Thanksgiving, and the spicy flavors echo that of pumpkin pies, and yam casseroles. If you like Spiced Rum (which I do) try this hot cider punch… Read More
This cocktail from the food network sounds tasty enough, but the gummy spider inside kind of “scares” me! Try it if you dare! Dark & Spooky Juice of 1 lime (about 1/4 cup) 1/4 cup dark rum 1/4 cup ginger beer or ginger ale 1 black gummy spider Combine lime juice and rum in a… Read More
This morning I asked my husband, “Why don’t we ever make Sangria’s?” I mean it’s a perfect combination of wine, liqueur, fruit, it feeds a crowd, and you can make ahead! It’s not New Year’s, but I’m going to make a resolution to make a pitcher of Sangria. Soon! Here’s one I want to try….maybe… Read More
Keeping food and drinks cold during a summer picnic can give you one more opportunity to be stylish. That’s right. Try some of these ideas for chillin’ and you’ll be the coolest cat on the block! Start with a trip to Lowes or Home Depot and get yourself a galvanized planter box(or plastic). Fill it… Read More
Yum-O! From Rachel Ray comes these delicious dessert cocktails. I don’t know which I want to try first! How about serving these in a shot glass with it’s namesake cookie. Vanilla Wafer Whirl 3 ounces (about 5 tablespoons) Dr. McGillicuddy’s French Kiss vanilla liqueur 2 ounces banana liqueur (1/4 cup) 1 ounce vanilla vodka (2… Read More
I can’t wait to try these cute drink adornments! They are each very simple but add that extra “umph” to the glass. For a dressier look, try the one on the left. Just tie a thin ribbon on the end of a clear swizzle stick. I like how this ribbon matches the color of the… Read More
To continue with our Stars & Stripes theme for Memorial Day (or 4th of July), here are some serving suggestions for your weekend cookout. Star fruit is the ultimate garnish for these All-American holidays! P.S. These would also be perfect for a beachy/tropical/coastal theme! Wheather you serve kool-aid for the kids or more spirited concoctions… Read More
I have always wanted to throw a Derby party! Alas, the timing is just never right. But I know there are some of you out there who can pull this off! Here are some classic recipes from Southern Living to get you started. By the way, don’t you just LOVE the bar set up in… Read More
How’s this for the perfect Earth Day idea?! Serve a shot in a cucumber cup! Great way to add style and be Earth friendly. Cut a cucumber into 2 to 3-inch slices, then core out the center(with a melon baller or tiny scoop) leaving some in the bottom. Then fill with your favorite vodka or… Read More
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