Outdoor entertaining is easy. You can throw a casual party in your backyard or host an informal barbecue.
These are some suggestions for outdoor party planning:
・Divide and conquer. Invite a few friends to help you coordinate the party. This will allow you to be more relaxed and save money. The host will save money and be less stressed by splitting up decorating and food preparation tasks.
・ Keep drinks simple. Consider offering wine instead of spending too much on cocktails. For good reason, boxed wines are gaining popularity. Bota Box is a premium Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio, Cabernet Sauvignon as well as Shiraz, Merlot, Old Vine Zinfandel, and Shiraz in non-breakable packaging. Each box can hold four bottles of wine.
Boxed wine is a great way to keep your party budget-friendly and eco-friendly. Bota Box labels can be printed using soy inks on recycled papers that contain 100 percent postconsumer fiber. They are also 100 percent recyclable.
・Keep the menu simple, light and casual. You can let guests mix and mingle by placing small bites and finger foods at a centrally-located table. You can create an antipasto platter, which includes a selection of cured meats as well as hummus, olives, sliced cubano quesadillas and smoked salmon on halved potatoes. Also, you could make mini hamburger sliders and chocolate chip cookies.
・ Keep decorations simple. Simple décor is most suitable for outdoor entertaining — after all, flowers and trees provide a natural backdrop. String white lights around the bar or deck to create a subtle glow. Take a peek in the linen closets for double-duty décor. You can mix and match different shapes and sizes of clear or white glass plates with fun, patterned cloth napkins.
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