How to throw festive parties that everyone RSVPs ‘yes’ to.
I love throwing a cocktail party. Yes, even in a city where people never stop running, and time is a scarce commodity. To me, a great house party harks back to a time when technology didn’t run our every minute and we always made time for cocktails, good food, and conversation in the company of family and friends.
Just one-year shy of graduating to official New Yorker status , I’ve thrown my fair share of apartment parties. From tartan-clad Christmas parties and pastel-drenched Easter brunches, to a whimsical President’s Day affair—complete with appetizer-size bites of America’s most iconic foods—I’ve tried my hand at it all.
I’ve learned a lot about entertaining along the way. I've also learned that I don't do shortcuts. Instead, my mantra is to be strategic, because careful planning always pays off in the end. So, here’s my checklist for planning a memorable party. Because the best partiesPhoto by Peter ThemistoclesDon’t take on a cocktail party for 40 people before you host one for 10. Remember, baby steps.
It’s time to start planning your menu! The foundation of any cocktail party I throw is a cheese board, charcuterie board, and a crudité platter . Think of these as the triumvirate of entertaining—easy to assemble, with options for seasonality and theme; require no cooking; and always a crowd-pleaser. Since they require minimal prep, you will have the time to focus on two or three appetizers that stand out.
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