Simple entertaining guests is a great way to save money.
Here are some ideas for party planners on a tight budget:
* Divide and conquer. A group of friends can help coordinate the party to keep costs down and stay relaxed. The host will save money and be less stressed by splitting up decorating and food preparation tasks.
* Keep drinks simple. Don’t spend too much on ingredients for signature cocktails. Instead, offer wine. For good reason, boxed wines are gaining popularity. Bota Boxwww.botabox.comThe ) premium Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Malbec, Merlot. Moscato, Shiraz, RedVolution (red blend) and Old Vine Zinfandel are all available in non-breakable packaging. Each box holds four bottles of wine, eliminating the need to use a corkscrew.
Boxed wine is a great way to keep your party budget-friendly and eco-friendly. Bota Box labels can be printed with soy inks on recycled papers that contain 100 percent post-consumer fibre and are 100 percent recyclable.
* Keep the menu simple, fresh and laid back. You can let guests mix and mingle by setting up a centrally placed table that displays small bites or finger foods. You can create an antipasto platter, which includes a selection of cured meats as well as hummus, olives, smoked salmon, hummus, and olives.
* Keep decorations simple. Simple décor is most suitable for last-minute entertaining, but it can also be just as effective for parties planned well in advance. For a subtle glow, pack white lights from holiday storage and hang them around the bar or common area. Take a peek in the linen closets for double-duty décor. You can mix and match various sizes and shapes of clear and white glass plates with a variety fun, patterned cloth napkins.
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