After you plan the guest list and the invitations, you need to plan your menu. Pull out all the stops. Embrace your inner Julia Child. You read that sentence in her voice, didn’t you? Now is the time to embrace the art of gastronomy.
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Comedy shows: Standup & Open Mic
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Bring Back the Dinner Party!
Why aren’t more people hosting soirees these days? This idea is fantastic! Don’t get me wrong, not every party has to be a fancy one.
I mean, who doesn’t love the occasional laid back party that lets you eat more than your fill of nachos? Super Bowl parties and barbecues are some of my favorite gatherings.
But every now and then, I like to put on a cocktail dress, break out my pearls, and talk the night away with close friends. I’m on a mission to bring back the soiree, and I’m going to teach you how!
The Soiree Starts With a Guest List
To keep it intimate, the ideal size is six to eight people. All guests should know at least one person besides yourself. It’s embarrassing to arrive at a party and realize that everyone there is best friends, and you only know the host. You then only have two choices. Monopolize the host, or try to break into conversations between old friends. Many people feel trapped in that situation, so try not to let that happen.
The exception: Some people have a knack for these situations. You know, the person who becomes best friends with every stranger in the room in 15 minutes. Often referred to as The Life of the Party. They’ll be fine. But most other people will appreciate your consideration.
When you create your guest list, think of personalities and strive for a good balance. Invite the social butterfly, someone who can make conversation with anyone. But don’t overlook the quiet friend who listens well and makes excellent points when the timing fits.
Invitations Set the Tone of your Dinner Party
When is the last time you hand-wrote an invitation? When is the last time you hand wrote anything? It is a lost art.
Technology is a wonderful thing and I embrace it. I love that I can type faster than I can write. Digital files save my house from the clutter of paper, not to mention the ease of sending Evites. But, sometimes we should embrace the vintage feel of a hand addressed invitation.
Guests will appreciate your personal touch. Break out your best handwriting. Locate your old calligraphy set that your mom gave you when you graduated high school. Sure, you only practiced for two hours before you got bored and threw it into a box. And maybe that box has moved to three houses with you. Now it will finally get some use!
Pro tip: Be sure to hand address your envelopes, too. Your guests will feel excitement when they see it in their mailbox. The personal touch, complete with minor imperfections, is hard to beat.
When you choose an invitation, simple is elegant. There is no need for over the top graphics or phrasing. You can keep wording simple. For example: “Mr. and Mrs. Charles Smith request your presence for a night of food, drink, and intimate conversation .”
Cream or white colored card stock is perfect for such an occasion. If you’d like, you can even use an envelope spacer like Mrs. Bucket on Keeping Up Appearances. I always wanted to have my mail look as perfect as hers. I never did get to host a tea with light refreshments for the vicar.
