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It's no secret that I love to entertain.  It was not until recent years that I would not get flustered if I decided to have a dozen people over for dinner the day before.  The first thing most people think about when they hear the phrase, "entertaining made easy" is that it's an oxymoron.  By virtue of sticking the word "entertaining" in that brief three-word sentence, many have set into motion a whirlwind of "what if's" and game show negotiations -- if I can get this and that by the end of the day, then I can get this and that done in time.  It's enough to put the idea to rest, before it's had its chance to even get out of the gate!  That said, I think there is a very simple way to go about entertaining made easy, by following it up with another group of three small words: keep it simple!  That is the trick to every successful, spur-of-the-moment dinner and/or party that I have ever hosted.  Pick one great theme, one great food item or style, and one color -- whatever they may be -... read more »

It's no secret that I love to entertain.  It was not until recent years that I would not get flustered if I decided to have a dozen people over for dinner the day before.  The first thing most people think about when they hear the phrase, "entertaining made easy" is that it's an oxymoron.  By virtue of sticking the word "entertaining" in that brief three-word sentence, many have set into motion a whirlwind of "what if's" and game show negotiations -- if I can get this and that by the end of the day, then I can get this and that done in time.  It's enough to put the idea to rest, before it's had its chance to even get out of the gate!  That said, I think there is a very simple way to go about entertaining made easy, by following it up with another group of three small words: keep it simple!  That is the trick to every successful, spur-of-the-moment dinner and/or party that I have ever hosted. Pick one great theme, one great food item or style, and one color -- whatever they may be --... read more »

While some husbands may believe the Super Bowl is a good opportunity to invest in the latest big screen TV, for most of us it is a great opportunity to have some friends over for the afternoon and watch the game.  

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Never be afraid to ask…we have been surprised so often with vendors saying yes to something that isn't the usual or norm.  Just because you haven't seen it done or might be too big of a request, it never hurts to ask..Our vendors have often surprised us with "Sure, we can try that!"

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