You say you want learn how to throw a party worthy to be compared to the Kardashians. That’s a big ask. One of their most recent bashes featured synchronized swimmers — it was a poolside affair — surprising guests with an Esther William-style routine.

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The Kardashian sisters, who seem to never run out on mind-blowing ideas, didn’t think this party highlight was necessary. Linnea Johansson (author of “Perfect Parties: Tips and Advice from a New York Planner,”Did. Even if you don’t have the money, she suggests that you apply the “same principle”Doing “something unexpected”At your event:

Read on to learn more about how it translates into practical advice.

* Fun in finger foods. Out: sit down dinners. In: Small plates and finger foods like the popular Russian-style tapas, zakuski. Tolstoy, in 19th century Russia, used to have the custom of individually plating an array of food that literally translated into. “small bites”Place them in a specific order.

Johansson, a noted chef, suggests that you pair the zakuski to an accompaniment to make it really work. authentic premium Russian vodkaRussian Standard Vodka is what she means by ’em’ “It’s the number-one premium vodka in Russia, and it’s perfect for drinking neat or in cocktails, and excellent paired with food.”

* Creativity shines in centerpieces. It’s not worth spending a lot on pre-made white roses to decorate your dinner table. You can make a beautiful scent by picking up pine cones or holly leaves on a stroll, then add a few clove-laden oranges and cinnamon sticks to create a fragrant masterpiece that doubles as an air freshener.

* Toast to great times. Russians know how to enjoy vodka. Toasting is the perfect way to invite friends and family to celebrate and have fun. Russian tradition of toasting is continuous throughout the night, which only leads to great times!

* House cocktail to invite tastebuds. Johansson suggests vodka as the base of a custom cocktail, even if guests prefer chips-and-dip to zakuski. “a definite crowd pleaser.”

 

MAPLE & FIG COCKTAIL

2 ounces Russian Standard Vodka

Maple Syrup, 1/2 ounce

2 ounces Lemon Juice

1 ounce Ginger Beer

1 Fresh Fig

In a shaker combine the syrup and fruits. Then add the Russian Standard Vodka. Mix well with ice. Strain into a glass and top with ginger ale. Add a slice of fig to the glass.

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