It's in the Stars
We love parties...all kinds of parties. Throw in some after-hours excitement--like an ever-darkening sky, a splash of stars, and the romantic, shadowed corners of a candle-lit deck--and you’ve got a...
View ArticleThe Art of Witty Repartee
There's something about the atmosphere of a bar or restaurant that makes us all want to hold forth like master debaters. Talk sizzles up and down the room when everyone wants to weigh in.
View ArticleLuminaries
Luminarias, or farolitos, are simple outdoor decorations made from white paper bags with candles inside. Santa Fe and Albuquerque are known for their spectacular luminaria displays on Christmas Eve....
View ArticleThe Ultimate Party Checklist
Place cards? Check. Swizzle sticks? Check. Whether you're planning an event with dozens of guests, or just inviting friends for cocktails, a checklist can help everything go smoothly.
View ArticleHow Much Wine To Buy
Party hosts agree: it's better to have too much wine than not enough. You can always save the extra bottles, and you'll probably receive a few as gifts. Here are some wine-buying guidelines for...
View ArticleBring Date Night Home
Remember the first time you invited your sweetheart home for dinner? It was pure magic. Recapture the feeling with a romantic date in your own love nest. We'll show you how...
View ArticleTips For Last-Minute Guests
No matter how full your social calendar gets, there's always room for the unexpected. Follow these tips and you'll be ready for any occasion.
View ArticleStoring Wine After A Party
When you serve more than one wine at a gathering, you're bound to wind up with a few bottles that are half empty. Or half full, depending on your point of view.
View ArticleHot Jazz, Cool Cocktails
If you're a jazz enthusiast — or just a music lover — this party theme will be as much fun for you to play with as it will be for your guests to enjoy.
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