Sometimes the party spills over into the next day, which is what inspired this hair-of-the-dog menu. It begins with the necessary carbs to soften the blow of last night’s decisions. We’re talking ...

If you've always thought that hosting a cocktail party sounds like it's more work than fun and have avoided throwing one for precisely that reason, we have some great news: It's not nearly as ...

Entertaining can be stressful, but a cocktail party can be relatively easy to pull off with proper planning. Donna Crivello, chef/owner of the Donna’s restaurant chain (www.donnas.com), demonstrated ...

When you’re planning a cocktail party, the right appetizers can set the tone for the entire event. You want options that cater to varied tastes while also looking impressive. From zesty Caprese ...

When the Super Easy cookbook author is hosting a Christmas cocktail party these skewers are almost always on the menu. According to Food Network, Drummond said during her “Christmas Cocktail Party” ...

If Andre Darlington has his way, you’ll throw a cocktail party soon. It doesn’t have to be fancy, nor fussy. It definitely should be fun, not stressful. That’s where his new book comes into play. “Bar ...

Spirits writer and cocktail expert André Darlington calls meatballs a cocktailer’s kind of food. These beef-and-pork meatballs, featured in Darlington’s new cookbook, “BAR MENU: 100+ Drinking Food ...

As the season of backyard barbecues, beach days, and rooftop hangs, summer is an excellent time to invite your friends over and flex your hosting skills. Much like the perfect summer outfit, the best ...

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