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I am not the world’s best housekeeper. I will win no awards for my cooking. However, my home is a warm inviting place and I love to entertain. I think what keeps people coming back is that I always come up with something different for an appetizer or dessert, depending on the occasion. I had a barbeque on Monday to celebrate Memorial Day. My father was killed in Vietnam so I want to honor him every day but do something special for holidays. We had so much food and amazingly, this time we had very few leftovers. I think I … Continue reading →

Tips for Cool Summer Parties

With much of the country melting under triple digit temperatures, I’m not sure you’d want to throw an outdoor summer party unless it involves a pool full of ice. Last week, huge chunks of ice were added to public pools in Omaha, Nebraska, to help patrons cool off as heat indices surpassed 115 degrees. Not a bad idea for a backyard pool party as well. If you are looking for other cool ways to keep your summer party guests entertained in the sweltering heat, consider these ideas: Movie Night in the Pool: Our local Parks and Recreation Department just hosted … Continue reading →

Graduation Party: Less is More

With unemployment a current epidemic, gas hovering near $4 a gallon, and food prices soaring, it’s no wonder so many families are being forced to scale back on graduation parties. Fortunately, you don’t have to dig yourself deeper into debt in order to celebrate your son or daughter’s big day. There’s a way to have fun with a budget-friendly party, as long as you follow these simple tips: 1. Skip the fine china and opt for disposable plates, bowls and utensils. 2. Consider a potluck and ask friends and family to bring a dish to pass. 3. Double up on … Continue reading →

Summer Party Safety Tips

Outdoor entertaining during the summer months is a fabulous way to take advantage of the nice weather while mingling with your favorite people. However, your party can easily go from fun to done in a heartbeat if you don’t put safety first. Whether you are partying on your patio, deck, or in your yard, it’s important to make safety your top priority. First, consider summer’s scorching heat. The East Coast of the United States is baking under a severe heat wave right now. The sky-high temps can cause dehydration and heat exhaustion. When hosting a party outside make sure you … Continue reading →

Make Your Frugal Party Look Expensive

Did you know that you can spend just a few dollars and make it look as though you spent hundreds on your party? Home made and arranged can look just as good or better than catered. And you don’t have to lose the sophistication just because you are saving money and being frugal. Use these tips to make your party look like a million dollars. Focus on the Presentation The presentation of food goes a long way to making your party look expensive. Do you ever notice that people are willing to spend more money on tiny platters of food … Continue reading →

Tips For Stress Free Entertaining for You and Your Spouse

Do you consider your spouse when entertaining, when deciding what to do or who you will invite over for a meal? Do you consider their likes and dilikes. Here are some helpful tips to make entertaining an enjoyable experience for you and your spouse. 1. Don’t overextend yourself or your spouse. Is your spouse one who likes big dinner parties with lots of guests and an elaborate meal? If he is not, I’d suggest you consider something simpler, like a barbecue or a casual meal or a sit down dinner with only a few guests. Mick knows for example that … Continue reading →

Tips for more Functional Thanksgiving Entertaining

These tips will actually work for Thanksgiving or anytime. Whether you’re hosting a holiday meal or giving a dinner party they will help make things more functional when serving guests. While many people choose to serve a “family style,” Thanksgiving dinner, where platters and bowls of delicious food are passed around the table, some may find that the dining table soon becomes to full of good food to be very functional. Instead, you might consider setting up a buffet. A good way to do this and still keep the food the focus is to set a serving table or sideboard … Continue reading →

Entertaining: Hosting Halloween

These days, you just can’t be too careful. That’s why many parents are now taking children to Halloween parties or hosting Halloween parties themselves, instead of going out trick-or-treating. It makes sense, but it’s sad that we have allowed our society to become so dangerous that children can’t even trick-or-treat. The good news is there is no reason children can’t still have fun. When hosting a Halloween party, encourage everyone to come in costume. It adds to the party atmosphere immediately. You might even want to dress up this year. How long has it been since you were in costume … Continue reading →

How to Take an Outdoor Party Indoors in a Hurry

If the weather simply won’t cooperate with your outdoor party plans, there’s no reason to reschedule. You can bring the party indoors without a problem, if you’re prepared. This time of year, the weather is still quite nice in my area (85 degrees yesterday) so I usually have outdoor parties for our October birthdays. Unfortunately, you just can’t be sure of the weather as it may quickly become chilly or begin to rain or even storm. So, it pays to be prepared. I use plastic storage baskets and bins to carry everything outside. If necessary, I can throw everything back … Continue reading →

Entertaining: Party Tips

One of the best pieces of advice for throwing a great party is to make sure you’re organized. Sure, that can cover a lot of territory, but it’s really all just basic stuff. Try these tips: Check the Weather and Be Ready for it If it’s wet or muddy outside, you’ll need to be prepared to store shoes and boots when people take them off as they enter. Shallow boxes or bins beside the door will help keep footwear organized, off your carpets, and out of the walkway. You may need something larger than you’re your typical welcome mat too. … Continue reading →