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[Pages:26]HOLIDAY

ENTERTAINING GUIDE

This holiday season, we're giving you delicious recipes, cocktails made

to impress, and decorating details that will lead to the perfect celebration.

`Tis the season!

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A SEASONAL SOIREE

Prepping, decorating, photo moments and more... we've got what you need to celebrate the holidays. Cheers!

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PREP ALL DAY

a seasonal soiree

1

GOOD MORNING. A great party starts with the hostess, so make sure you're full of energy! Get enough rest the night before, wake up to a good breakfast, and get an early start to ensure there's

enough time for all things entertaining.

2 PARTY MENU. Plan the menu and make your grocery list about two weeks before the party. That will give you time to order any specialty items. As for what to serve, start with what's in season. Buying seasonal produce is less expensive and offers the best flavor.

3 PARTY DECORATIONS. The best and most authentic parties are unique to you. Whether your style is DIY or store bought, guests will appreciate the attention to detail.

4 PARTY FAVORS. Decide if you'd like guests to walk away with a little festive favor from the party. If so, think simple--mini champagne bottles, homemade cookies or candy, and pocket-sized recipe books all add a touch of holiday cheer.

Turn the page for party-ready decoration ideas!

SEASONAL CHEER

Brighten up the soiree with cheerful d?cor that uses the winter months as inspiration.

a seasonal soiree

1

SHINE BRIGHT. Create a warm glow at your holiday party with a set of glitter-dusted candles. To make these, brush candles with glue and roll them in a mixture of Epsom salt and glitter.

2 WHAT'S ON THE MENU? Give guests a heads-up on the night's food with an elegant chalkboard menu. This can be found in craft stores or easily made with a platter and some chalkboard paint.

3 HAVE A SEAT. Spruce up the back of a chair with some ribbon and outdoor inspiration--pinecones, flowers, and decadent snowflakes make for the perfect backdrop.

4 PUT A CORK IN IT. Wine corks add a rustic vibe to any party and can create fun centerpieces when arranged in glass vases. Want to take it a step further? Place wine corks around a votive candle in a tall glass hurricane vase. Prop your candle up on a wooden block so it can be seen above the corks.

COCKTAIL HOUR

Sprinkle some cheer with these bubbly & festive drinks that are sure to get your guests clinking glasses!

POMEGRANATE CHAMPAGNE COCKTAILS

cocktail hour

INGREDIENTS ? 1 ounce chilled pomegranate juice or chilled

cranberry juice

? 3 ounces chilled champagne

? 1 teaspoon pomegranate seeds

DIRECTIONS 1. Pour the pomegranate juice into a champagne flute. Slowly add champagne.

2. Garnish with pomegranate seeds & serve immediately.

TIP:

Leave ingredients & a menu on the bar for guests to make their own!

MAKES: 1 SERVING

MIXED-BERRY LIMONCELLO SANGRIA

cocktail hour

INGREDIENTS ? 1 cup fresh raspberries

? 1 cup halved fresh strawberries

? ? cup fresh blackberries

? 1 medium lemon, thinly sliced

? ? 12 ounce can frozen pink lemonade concentrate, thawed (3/4 cup)

? ? cup (4 ounces) limoncello (lemon-flavored liqueur)

? 2750 milliliter bottle Prosecco or sparkling wine, chilled

DIRECTIONS 1. In a large pitcher or glass jar combine raspberries, strawberries, blackberries, and lemon slices. 2. Stir in lemonade concentrate and limoncello. 3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours to blend flavors. 4. Just before serving, add Prosecco. Serve in glasses over ice.

MAKES: 10 SERVINGS

HOT SPICED CIDER

Warm up!

INGREDIENTS ? 8 cups apple cider or apple juice ? ? cup packed brown sugar ? 6 inches stick cinnamon ? 1 teaspoon whole allspice ? 2 3x?-inch strips orange peel ? Apple Mugs (optional)

cocktail hour

DIRECTIONS 1. In a large saucepan combine cider and sweetener. For spice bag, place cinnamon, allspice, cloves, and the orange peel in center of a double-thick, 6-inch-square of 100% cotton cheesecloth. Bring corners of the cheesecloth together and tie with a clean string. Add spice bag to the saucepan with cider mixture.

2. Bring mixture to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for 15 minutes. Remove spice bag and discard. If desired, garnish with orange wedges and/or cinnamon sticks.

TIP: Serve cider in an apple mug for a seasonal touch

MAKES: 8 SERVINGS

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