Most Americans know that Oktoberfest is a German festival involving lots of beer drinking, but they don’t know much else. Here is some Oktoberfest trivia to share with your friends when you go out or have them over to celebrate. … Continued
When you pick or buy flowers to use for a party or are given flowers as a hostess gift, you want to make your flowers last longer. Their beauty and color enhance your home, and you want to enjoy it … Continued
Summer is the perfect season for making your desserts out of fresh fruits. This has been true for centuries–read these quotations and imagine which fruits you will choose for your next meal! Make fruit your dessert! “A basket of ripe … Continued
Whether you are building sandcastles with your children or grandchildren or participating in a big sand sculpture contest at your local beach, it’s always helpful to know a few things about working with sand. Check out these sandcastle building tips … Continued
Dinner time isn’t the only time you can have friends over for entertaining – invite them over for lunch instead. Check out these entertaining ideas for lunch time. Entertaining during lunch has several advantages over dinner parties. It’s much easier … Continued
Buffet Party Planning– Buffet portions are usually smaller than sit-down meal portions because the guests are offered more choices. So if the recipe says, “serves 10,” you will probably get more servings out of it for a buffet. Don’t offer … Continued
In virtually every store that carries summer accessories, you will find tall boxes holding long colorful foam noodles. They are wonderful flotation devices for both children and adults at neighborhood or home pools. Pool noodles are available in different colors, … Continued
Taking perfect party pictures is something we all wish we could do, because we love having the wonderful visual memories to share with our family and friends. Here are some photo tips that will have you taking good pictures of … Continued
The History of Breakfast, Brunch & Lunch as We Know Them Literary evidence is the source of most of our historical information about the times of the day when meals were customarily taken. Ancient authors like Galen had recommended people … Continued
Check Out These Group Gift Ideas for Showers: The hostess and/or the shower guests may suggest that everyone contribute to one large gift for the honoree. If the new bride, mother or grandmother has already received a number of the … Continued