Caprese Pops!

Oh c'mon you know the saying...

Once You Pop The Fun Don't Stop

normally when at Dinner Parties, I reference that to champagne :) but these little pops are an exception...

All You Need:

skewers

cherry tomatoes

mini mozzarella

spritz of extra virgin olive oil

sprinkle of basil

ENJOY!

Did You Know!?

One of the best ways to catch someones attention at a Dinner Party is with something interesting to say...

... Did You Know that one of the greatest inventions ever

is the paper clip

since its invention in 1899, there has been no changes, improvements or alterations because it's just that good

pretty crazy huh?!?

Now, if only I could invent something so awesome... :)

read the full story here

Jet Setting

I recently had to travel to hot, hot, hot, AZ for a Dinner Party work event.

Dressing in business attire

while keeping in mind the weather

can be tricky... but below are some great ideas to keep you looking sassy and sophisticated

 (even in the heat)

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4

What are some of your business attire go-to's ?!

Source 1 - 2 - 3 - 4

Formal Fashions

I sure would love to go to a formal Dinner Party soon, just so I could slip into one of these amazing gowns...

swoon....

Monique Lhuillier

Which one is your favorite??



Eats

On the lookout for a super easy appetizer for your next Dinner Party?

 (doesn't hurt if it's healthy too, right?!)

may I present:

cucumber with hummus

hollow out pieces of cucumber

one dollop hummus

add sprig of basil for garnish :)

Whahlah!

Note: you could also put a drop of ranch dressing in the hallowed cucumber to switch it up a bit, maybe even with a piece of shaved carrot for the garnish ;) ...

Day-time Dinner Party

This coming Saturday I have a Day-time Spring Party to attend. There will be guests of all ages and family members. With attendance like this, it's important to look your best, while staying a dash on the conservative side.

(don't want uncle tony catching a glimpse of side boob) ..hehe

See below for some great Spring time Party Dress Ideas

Top Row 1 2

Second Row 1 2

Third Row 1 2

Which look is your favorite?!

Informal Place Setting

Every girl needs to know how to act at a

Dinner Party, especially if she is invited to so many fabulous shin-digs...

Check out the place setting cheat sheet below

(to prevent having Julia Robert's 'Pretty Woman' moments)

 Cheers! to always knowing exactly what your doing and looking fabulous while doing it :)



Cocktails

One of the easiest Dinner Party tricks is pre-prep pitcher drinks. 

You can mix your cocktail concoction the night before, let it sit and chill in the fridge overnight, and the next day you (and your guests) can enjoy together!

Strawberry Basil Margaritas

1 can (12 ounces) frozen limeade concentrate
15 strawberries

8 basil leaves
2 to 2 1/2 cups tequila (gold or silver)

Empty the limeade concentrate into a pitcher

Add 2 1/2 cans of water 

 1 1/2 cans of tequila

Slice the strawberries and place in pitcher

Crumple the basil leaves in you hands, then add to the pitcher as well

Cover, and let sit in the fridge overnight

In the morning, the margaritas will be saucy pink color and ready to enjoy!!

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Cautious Corner

Ever find yourself at a Dinner Party enjoying a nice glass of red wine?

What if you accidentally spill on yourself or maybe on the host's carpet!?

 oh no!

*Fact: White Wine takes out Red Wine Stains...

Fact: Yet another reason to ALWAYS have at least one bottle of red

AND white wine handy at your next 

Dinner Party ;)

Inspiration

POW!

BOOM!

WHACK!

:)

I hope everyone gets everything accomplished on their lingering To-Do List, so you can have tons of fun at your next

DINNER PARTY

(which is hopefully this weekend...)

Interior Inspiration

Want to create a fun space to throw your next Dinner Party !?!

Below are some kick ass interiors to get your creative juices flowing...

i love the natural wood table, seems to effortless

The striped gold wallpaper reminds me of THIS

 surrounding yourself with book shelves really gives off a cool ambiance

and finally a more masculine twist...

Which Dinner Party Look is Your Favorite?!

Did You Know!?

Next time you find yourself sitting at a DINNER PARTY, try to work in some of these super fun and interesting facts to lighten up the mood and keep the guests entertained!

*Until President Kennedy was killed, it wasn't a federal crime to assassinate the President.

*More than ten people a year are killed by vending machines.

*Women have a better sense of smell than men.

*Leonardo Da Vinci predicted the mass use of solar energy as long ago as 1447.

May Wallpaper

Happy May Everyone! I stumbled upon this adorable desktop wallpaper for the month of May and though I would share it with all of you too!

Enjoy :)

Monthly Desktop Wallpaper