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Tips for Throwing a Perfect Holiday Cocktail Party
Kara Newman, author of Spice & Ice: 60 tongue-tingling cocktails (Chronicle Books, 2009) and Spirits Reviewer for Wine Enthusiast Magazine has offered us some of her best tips for throwing the perfect holiday cocktail party. ...Continue reading
Cocktail Recipes for Holiday Entertaining
Planning to throw a holiday party or an unforgettable New Years' Eve bash? We collected favorite cocktail recipes from some of the best mixologists around, all of which perfect for holiday entertaining.
Richard Leach, the ...Continue reading
How to Assemble a Gorgeous and Tasty Cheese Platter
Few foods are as versatile and universally appealing as cheese (who doesn't love it?) and rare is the holiday gathering that doesn't include it in some way. Impress your guests by featuring cheese front and center on a beautiful ...Continue reading
Wines To Pair With Thanksgiving Dinner
Pairing wines with a traditional Thanksgiving dinner is a controversial affair. Seriously.
That is because there is a wide range of opinions about what pairs best with turkey, a bird that supplies two distinct meat ...Continue reading
How to Make Perfect Espresso at Home
Espresso is so much more than just really strong coffee. It's an elixir, an experience, that takes only a few sips but lingers long after. For true espresso connoisseurs brewing the perfect cup is an art form, and one that takes ...Continue reading
The Right Way to Set Up a Buffet Table
Buffet style meal service can be a great way to offer a variety of foods to a large group of guests, as long as you keep it organized and put some thought into setting it up. Smooth, clear navigation and easy to handle dishes and ...Continue reading
How to Grill the Perfect Burger
Nothing says summer like a perfectly grilled burger. Wow your friends and family alike with these tips for cooking up the perfect patty.
Don't go lean No one ever said perfect flavor was perfectly healthy. For the juiciest, ...Continue reading
What to Consider When Selecting Cheeses
What is a great selection of cheeses to serve together? Why should you consider serving regional cheeses together? Which textures and flavors are crowd-pleasing? Which cheeses melt in your mouth? Is it safe to eat moldy cheese? ...Continue reading


