Entertaining Ideas

Taste-testing parties are a fun way to entertain and to earn free food. Consider having a taste-testing consultant run the party. Then you don't have to buy the food and if people purchase items,...

It's Friday night. You fumble around in your wallet or purse to see what you have for cash. You come up with two dollar bills, fifty-six cents, a button, your cell phone and a breath mint. Hmmmmm,...

Holiday season is fast approaching and we can use some help with making our get togethers successful. Save yourself the stress of the day by preparing well in advance. If any of you have ever not...

Giving a gift of food is an enjoyable, cost-effective way to share your favorite recipes, help someone or say "I miss you" or "Thanks." Many people welcome already-prepared or easy-to-prepare food...

As a general rule of thumb, you should prepare one pound of food per person for snacks, and one and a half pounds of food per person for the entrée. Of course, you know your dinner crowd...

Food decorations enhance meal presentations. Although some food decorations are elaborate, many food decorations can be made with minimal effort.

Bunco is a dice game that has grown in popularity over the last several years since the game's re-release in 2005. Once a favorite of gamblers in America's West, Bunco is now a family-friendly...

Quite a common activity among youngsters in this new era is the 'potluck' party. This party is easy to organise, requires less money and helps to tighten the bond between friends and family...

Serving food "help yourself style" is by far the most popular form of food and beverage service for today's entertaining. Buffet style service is a boon to events ranging from kickback casual to...

A bridal party luncheon is a great way to thank the bridal party for everything they have done to help plan your wedding. With the wedding date fast approaching, it can be a bit daunting to try...

The Superbowl game is right around the corner and planning a party for the big game day will be less stressful if you use some of these tips. You're trying to create a casual atmosphere, with...

Want an Easy Way to host a Retro Party? You may not be old enough to remember the pink hip hugger bell bottom jeans and the mini skirts that couldn't be longer than your finger tips with your...

Finger food/ appetizer parties are the perfect way to bring friends and snacks together in one place. Unlike a traditional dinner party, guests are informally served finger foods or noshes that...

It's that time of Year. The Holidays are here. You want to have friends and family over for food and fun but you just don't have the cash to entertain. Here's one way to keep the cost down and...

When we think of party, what comes to your mind? OR If you receive an invitation for a party what is your first reaction? Food….. Dress…… People……Place……..? I feel it depends upon what kind of...

Wherever you can take a break in your day for a quick bite to eat, you might enjoy treats from nostalgic hot dog machines. If you are a business owner, you can use the hot dog steamer as a means...

A dinner party should never be everyone sitting around waiting for the bird to come out of the oven. To impress and awe your dinner guests, you only need to keep them occupied, keep them calm and...

Mamma Mia, if you're planing an Italian dinner party, then you're in luck. There are so many ways to decorate for italian parties and so many food options, for children and adults. Learn how to...

The flowers are blooming and beach season is on its way. As spring approaches, celebrate the season with a spring fling party. Gather up your friends, throw on your favorite spring dress and party...

Bring on the fried chicken, macaroni and cheese and collard greens! Spice up your typical pot luck dinner and throw a soul food party! You don't have to be from the South to cook good soul food,...

Los Angeles can be an expensive place to visit. So, if you're heading to the city on a Spring Break budget, check out these tips to cut down your costs.

Many people enjoy eating outdoors throughout the entire summer, hanging out on their back porches and sitting around the pool while the grill cooks up chicken and burgers, but what about people...

A supper club is, in many ways, a glorified potluck dinner. The food is often excellent, the company is entertaining and the work is split evenly between the friends in the club. Although we often...

How many times have you been served a cold plate of rubber-tasting chicken at a dinner? The food can make or break any event, be it an intimate brunch, a business power lunch or a wedding banquet....