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Menu options for cocktail parties are limited due to the unique constraints afforded by this type of gathering. Very little seating is usually available, leaving guests holding beverages with only one hand to do anything else. Foods that require a knife, fork or even plate are not suitable for this occasion. The best option for a... more »
Subtly sophisticated, short and sweet, cocktail parties are a great way to entertain your friends with a minimum of hassle. more »
The key part of a cocktail party is, of course, the cocktails, but the food accompanying the beverages can be just as important. Depending on your budget, time constraints and cooking abilities, you can choose to have your cocktail party catered or do it yourself. more »
When choosing finger foods and appetizers for a cocktail party, pick items that reflect the elegance and sophistication of the event. Since guests will be enjoying the snacks by hand, choose treats that aren't too messy. Prepare food items that complement the cocktails that will be served. Also, be sure to provide adequate seating... more »
A cocktail party is a semi-formal event where drinks and light hors d'oeurves are served. Although guests can dress in several different styles, a general rule of thumb is that all men wear a casual suit and tie, and all women wear a beautiful dress that is just short of being a formal gown. Most cocktail dresses are mid-thigh to... more »
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A cocktail party is a unique venue for a caterer. Some people think it's easier than a sit-down dinner because it's less structured. However,... more »
Relaxed and funky or sophisticated and elegant, a cocktail party is a delightful way to honor a special person. The key to planning a successful... more »
An engagement cocktail party is a great way to celebrate your good news with friends and family. There are just a few key rules you need to know... more »
Before you start planning your cocktail party in detail, you need to know how many people to invite. The number of guests isn't determined simply... more »
When evaluating a party's success or failure, everyone talks about two things: the guest list and the food. Deciding on the right menu and then... more »
A Cocktail party is a party where cocktails are served. Women may choose to wear what has become known as a cocktail dress.
Although many believe the inventor of the cocktail party to be Alec Waugh of London, who in 1924 found a need for this pleasant interlude before a dinner party, an article in the St. Paul Pioneer Press that ran in May 1917 credits Mrs. Julius S. Walsh Jr. of St. Louis, Missouri. Mrs. Walsh invited 50 guests to her house on a Sunday at high noon for a one hour affair. "The party scored an instant hit," the St. Paul Pioneer Press declared. And within a matter of weeks, cocktail parties became "a St. Louis institution".
Alec Waugh noted that the first cocktail party in England was hosted by war artist Christopher Nevinson in 1924. A so-called cocktail hat is sometimes worn as a fashion statement.
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