How to Throw A Birthday Dinner Party

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By Cheryl Heppard
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Throw A Birthday Dinner Party

Having a birthday celebration for a friend is a lot of fun. It's the little touches that make it special.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

A great meal
Simple decorations
Birthday supplies
Coffee supplies
Birthday card/gift
Drinks
centerpiece/flowers

Step 1

When my friends or family have a birthday, I often invite them over to have a small dinner celebration. First, decide what to have for dinner. A simple homemade meal can be very special and comes from the heart. I often make my famous marinara sauce with turkey parmesan meatballs, with a salad and garlic bread. It depends on what type of food the birthday guest will enjoy.
Step 2

Send out a simple invitation either by mail or by using an online invite service. People like to receive invitations, especially to an event in honor of their own birthday. I like to use VistaPrint because I can upload funny graphics, clip art, and photos to the invitation.
Step 3

I always make sure I have a small boquet of fresh flowers to add to the ambience, and some lit candles.
Step 4

The little details will be noticed and remembered, such as setting the table before guests arrive. I also will put up a couple balloons or a "Happy Birthday" banner that can be reused for many birthdays to come.
Step 5

Find out what type of dessert the birthday boy or girl prefers, and make sure to have a few candles for the cake or pie. I always stock up on "happy birthday" paper napkins.
Step 6

Make sure to have a pot of coffee ready to be brewed, and be stocked up on cream, sugar, coffee liquors, etc.
Step 7

You will want to have beer, wine, or whatever the favorite beverage is of your birthday guest on hand.
Step 8

A card or a small thoughtful gift is always appreciated, such as a framed photo of yourself with your friend, a small collage of photos or memories, or a pair of tickets for an upcoming movie or concert. Take a few photos at the birthday dinner to present to your friend at a later date, such as the following year on their birthday.