You plan the party, we’ll plan the menu. Whether it’s football, basketball, or hockey, nothing kicks off the big game like an all-star lineup of tasty snacks and drinks. You’ll keep sports fanatics talking with these easy game-day recipes and ideas. 1. Mile High Nachos Holy guacamole, are these nachos good! An expert nacho-stacking technique leaves […]
Archive | Entertaining
How to Build a Charcuterie Board
Serving charcuterie as a party appetizer is easier than you think. Learn what charcuterie is, when to serve it, and how to put together a beautiful charcuterie board. Then, pair it with the perfect wine or champagne to impress your company Charcuterie 101 Charcuterie is popping up everywhere, from food blogs to five-star restaurants to […]
How to Make a DIY Oatmeal Breakfast Bar
A DIY oatmeal bar is a fun way to make breakfast for the whole family or to put together an impressive but easy weekend brunch party. It may seem like preparing only one entrée isn’t enough, but as long as your toppings bar has good variety, you can easily provide something for everyone without having […]
11 Hostess Gifts From the Heart, Not the Mall
Finding a unique hostess gift can feel overwhelming when there’s so much to do during the holidays. This year, skip the mad rush to the mall. To thank your friends and family who welcome you into their homes, consider bringing a thoughtful, edible gift. Here are 11 inexpensive DIY gift ideas for hostesses, neighbors, co-workers, […]
5 Tips for Hosting a Glamgate
Who doesn’t love a good tailgate party? Sports fans across the country are turning their simple tailgates into over-the-top celebrations. People have moved away from packing a few sandwiches and a six-pack for a pregame party to extravagant parking lot parties with great food, impressive decorations, and fun drinks. And when those parties have some […]
5 Tips for Pairing Cocktails With Food
Pairing food with a drink can be an intimidating task. The right drink can enhance a dining experience, and the wrong drink can ruin it. It’s easy to stick to common pairings of food and wine, but pairing cocktails with appetizers or main dishes isn’t as difficult as it seems and can be a fun […]
5 Steps for a Stress-Free Holiday Brunch
Hosting brunch is a fun and different way to have a holiday party for friends and family this season. Weekends this time of year quickly get filled with happy hours, cocktail parties, and dinner plans, so brunches might be easier to arrange. And a casual brunch is often a welcome change of pace! But if […]
The Ultimate Summer Bucket List
Have you made your summer bucket list? Make this your best summer ever by planning fun things to do with your friends and family. We’ve mapped out the top 10 bucket list items every food-loving family needs to complete this summer. Follow along with us each week starting June 4, 2018. Each week we’ll share […]
10 Favorite Cookout Side Dishes
You can do better than a bag of potato chips this summer. We’ve got fresh, seasonal salads; quick pickles; pasta dishes and the best dips. Here are 10 summertime sides ready for your picnic table or patio. 1. Fresh Tomato, Cucumber & Feta Salad A quick take on the classic Greek salad, this version highlights […]
4 Great Recipe Pairings for Champagne [Infographic]
There’s no doubt Champagne has a ritzy reputation. It brings to mind fancy dinner parties, wedding toasts, and New Year’s Eve celebrations. But why not open a bottle of champagne or sparkling wine at the dinner table with a meal or during a fun get-together? Casual foods like BBQ and mac and cheese, and snack foods […]