cocktail parties

Entertaining

Holiday cocktail party: Food and entertaining ideas

The holidays are always an overwhelming time of year. Between gift purchasing, trip planning, gift wrapping and making plans, there...

Entertaining Checklists & Tips

The best drink shortcuts for weekend celebrations

Hosting a weekend soiree? Chances are, not everything will go as planned. If you find yourself lacking a key ingredient, or if...

Entertaining

Cocktail jewelry: Glamorous ways to label cocktail glasses

Ever been at a cocktail party and accidentally had a sip of your friend's strong vodka tonic? With these fun and glamorous ways to...

Decor & Themes

Add a touch of class with DIY cocktail party decor

Keeping up with life's demands doesn’t leave much room for time with your friends. When everyone finally comes together for a night...

Decor & Themes

Dress to impress: Throw a themed cocktail party -- from the drinks to the dresses

Themes are a wonderful way to create a fun party atmosphere. Here are a few ideas for a fantastic and memorable cocktail party that...

Entertaining

Party in a cup: Festive cocktail flair to add pizzazz to your drinks

Your cocktail party fun is not limited to the decor -- add flavor to your fiesta by adding pizzazz to your drinks. Bring your party...

Entertaining How-tos

How to stock a home bar

Beer and wine are great, but some parties call for cocktails. Here’s what you'll need to stock a basic liquor cabinet for mixing up...

Endless Summer

Summer sips: 3 Cool-off cocktail recipes

Need a reason to sip a fresh fruity cocktail? Frankly, we think cooling cocktails require no justification at all, but if you simply...

Hobbies

Send off summer with a Japanese-themed celebration

As summer comes to a close, it’s time to throw the last of the outdoor parties before the weather turns too cool. While backyard...

Adult Parties

Harry Potter cocktail party for fans over 21

It’s been 15 years since the first Harry Potter book was published and 10 years since the release of the first film – the boy...

Wine & Cocktail Recipes

Simple spring cocktails & mocktails

All winter, we've been chugging hot drinks -- tea, coffee, hot cocoa. When spring and sun arrive, we're ready for something cool,...

Entertaining Menus & Recipes

Christmas cocktail party: Appetizer and cocktail pairings your guests will love

You often hear about the perfect wine and food pairings, but what about other cocktails? If you are hosting a holiday cocktail...

Christmas Holiday Tips

10 Inspired holiday party ideas

Holiday hosting doesn’t have to mean a sit-down dinner and preparing a three course meal. Trust us, your guests will get enough of...

Wedding Planning

Saving money on your wedding bar

Only serving wine, and possibly a "signature cocktail" at the wedding reception has become a popular way to reduce wedding costs,...

Entertaining Menus & Recipes

10 Must-haves for great cocktails

You could choose from literally hundreds of different spirits and liqueurs to stock your cocktail bar, but really, you can put...