Entertaining Basics

Looking for a new napkin fold for your next dinner party? Entertaining is made easy with the simple Goblet Fan Napkin Fold. With just a cloth dinner napkin and a wine glass or water goblet, you...

There is no point in having a dinner party unless you plan to impress your friends. Some things your friends just won't remember; like the name of the wine you drank at dinner or the antique...

Whether you are waiting tables in a restaurant or entertaining guests at home, you will inevitably be tasked with arranging drinks on a serving tray. Many fear dropping or spilling drinks while...

A martini shaker is a stainless steel container with a 10 to 30 oz. capacity that is used to mix martinis and other cocktails. Some people are very particular about how a martini should taste, so...

Dinner parties and other special occasions often feature special crystal and china dishware, but many are unsure of the proper way to handle crystal stemware. Despite there being many styles of...

Tastefully decorating a ladies retreat in a princess theme takes a light hand and a large imagination. With a few good ideas a royal good time can be had by all.

When company is coming and the table must be set, knowing what to do with each fork, plate, and glass can be a challenge. Whether you are preparing a formal or casual table, there is a proper way...

Many drinks can be made with the simple ingredients of vodka, lime, sugar, and ice. If you are having a party and only have those ingredients on hand, there are several mixed drink options. Here...

Facing aisles of glass and barware at your local home store can be overwhelming, but a lot of these choices are just variations on a basic theme. Depending on what type of alcohol you and your...

Pouring beer may sound like a very simple task, and it is. However there are tricks that will prevent too much foam, or head, in the middle of the glass instead of just at the top. These tips...

Play the drinking game Rimmer if you want to combine the classic drinking game fun of quarters with the excitement of the Milton Bradley game Operation. Practice at home with your buddies so you...

One of the basic tricks that should be under every bartender’s belt is the ability to pour from multiple bottles at a time. This trick is actually easier than it looks once you know how to do it....