tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-87640595072046332752012-01-31T22:54:10.772-08:00Get all the latest news and dinner party ideas which will help you to throw the dinner party of your dreams..Dinner Party Ideashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02762632790568779743noreply@blogger.comBlogger2201100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8764059507204633275.post-3868183533604292952010-08-24T22:38:00.000-07:002010-08-24T22:38:27.243-07:00

Wherever in the world you are - we are are all shortly heading into a new season - here in Australia we are headed toward Spring .. This is an ideal time to get your friends together to celebrate the new season and a time to showcase fresh produce that is at its best right now.. Enjoy

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Try this for an easy dessert..Chef’s recipe: Chai Raspberry Chocolate Affogato - The Globe and MailBlogged with the Flock Browser

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"Kelley Moore, a Seattle-based lifestyle expert, recently launched her web series, So Much Moore, to help fulfill her mission of empowering and inspiring people. Each week, Moore sets out to help enhance the lives of individuals through design and entertainment, whether it’s throwing a lavish prom for a friend who never had one to helping a couple throw an urban rooftop party."I liked reading

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So what do the professional chefs cook at their own dinner parties then? Based on this article it's food from the heart.. "Whether you look to Nigella Lawson, Gordon Ramsay or Jamie Oliver for guidance, most home cooks find a certain reassurance in following a recipe. Not so for the professional chef, who relishes the chance to abandon the recipe book and cook without restraint." So, how

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Wow - sounds pretty amazing don't you think?"Serve this sensational pasta dish and you’ll get a very positive reaction. It will soon be part of your entertaining repertoire."Imagine the anticipation of your friends if the knew they were going to be eating a dish with this name - unique don't you think?Tequila-spiked fettuccine is a sensational dish for a dinner party - Winnipeg Free PressBlogged

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"You've heard of fondue, raclette and panini parties, but what about a wok party?"A new concept that this article suggests.. could be fun..where you're not just seated at the table but you're a little more mobile.."Picture it: Your guests are gathered around your kitchen island, chardonnay glasses in hand, as you toss shredded beef and broccoli spears into a hissing stove-top wok. Long-handled

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OK - it's been a while since I've been able to post anything so what a good way to start with the favorite Telegraph column I share when I can. Why do I love the Cheat's dinner party ideas? Because they always offer great contemporary recipe ideas which are affordable. recipes are included as is the one hour schedule to get your three courses prepared.. How does this menu sound to you?: Starter

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I enjoyed reading this article about a group of women who come together to enjoy dinner and to knit.."For almost eight years now, I have been getting together with a group of women from my neighborhood for an evening of food and knitting on a near weekly basis. The original draw that brought us all together was a common interest in knitting, but the evening has evolved to be more about food and

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What an interesting idea and if you know me after all these years then a unique idea truly catches me eye..This article is a start to the idea.. they say:"Building an evening around a wine tasting offers all kinds of advantages over a run-of-the mill social. Perhaps most important, it provides focus — something all of your guests can talk about from the moment they arrive. Think of it as a

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As we approach Earth Hour it's probably a great time to think about organising a green dinner party..Check out this article.. "Prepping an organic, locally sourced feast is a great way to get your dinner guests to enjoy a sustainable meal, but it’s also a green conversation starter, sparking lots of talk about food politics, green agricultural practices and even just the joy of food shopping at

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Regulars know this is my favorite newspaper column from around the world when it comes to dinner parties..Affordable, stylish food with recipes and a time schedule to follow - you can't go wrong..The menu today is:Starter Spinach and White-Bean Soup with Anchovy FrothMain course Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Rhubarb CompotePudding Walnut WhipNot bad?Cheat’s dinner party: Salmon with crispy

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Wow - a dinner party for 55,000.. a super banquet in fact!What did it take you may ask?"It took a whole year to prepare the large banquet and more than 1,000 local villagers served as temporary chefs and waiters for the event, which used a total of 5,000 tables."The banquet was held in Bejing's Taishun on Sunday to celebrate Lantern Festival World's largest dinner party held for Lantern

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Yay - an article from my hometown of Sydney..No matter what others may say.. I feel the dinner party is back and I have said this several times in my blog here..Joel Sharpe, a former chef  agrees - he says "back in the '70s there were a lot of dinner parties … then in the '80s and '90s people moved away from that into restaurants. They had money and wanted to spend it, so they would prefer to eat

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Well, when I read this article it sure caught my eye.. I am not one to stress and that's why I think I enjoy dinner parties so much.I love and agree with Lady Macdonald's quote - she says:"You don't want to impress people, you want scrummy food that you can do in advance. Nothing kills the atmosphere more than an exhausted host."Don't you agree?Dinner party recipes from Claire Macdonald -

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I love the thought of a Valentine's Day dinner party some time over the weekend that doesn't interfere with your own romantic celebrations.A dinner as stated in this article that "features all the traditional flavors of love (and passion!)".Share your love with your friends too..Doesn't this sound great - "Your guests will swoon over the addition of passion fruit juice to the usual Cosmo recipe.

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I am all into setting the scene for your dinner party - the ambiance..This includes the smooth music that is playing as your guests arrive, the delicious odors wafting through the air, the lighting, the table setting and more.. and yes - a fabulous centerpiece helps..Check out this article for ideas.."When planning a dinner party, you want the table to be just right. It needs to look inviting and

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I like to share these with you..How does this menu sound?Starter Seared Purple Sprouting Broccoli with Lemon Dijon DressingMain course Oven-baked Chicory Risotto with Roasted ApplePudding Cardamom Yogurt BruleeCost, recipes and timing included..Cheat’s dinner party recipes: cooking on a budget for six people - TelegraphBlogged with the Flock Browser

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Australian dinner party hosts might find this article interesting..It's about Come Dine With Me Australia which sees everyday Australians battling it out for the title of the ultimate dinner party host."The unscripted show follows amateur chefs competing against each other in hosting a dinner party for the other contestants. Each week over five nights, five total strangers take it in turns to

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"While Golden Globe viewing parties aren't as prevalent as Oscar viewing parties, that doesn't mean you can't try." And I have suggested the Oscars dinner party in the past but, hey - why not a Golden Globe dinner? This article offers some fun ideas about how to create the atmosphere for the event - like each person come as one of the best actor or best actress nominees. And rather than a

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One is always learning don't you think?For instance this is one of the tips from the article I've read recently. One of the tips in the article says:"Place a drop of cologne on the light bulbs an hour or so before you turn on the lights."I have never heard this one before and yes, I will give it a try. This is just one of many great tips to hos the perfect dinner party! EnjyHosting the perfect

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I though this article was great. I've recommended potluck dinners before where guests each bring a plate which helps with the expense factor. They suggest to choose a theme just as I would and also to assign guests a course to bring. So you'll have each course covered.. Here are their tips which I think are very useful: A few tips: - Have each guest ‘introduce’ their dish: ask them to quickly

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My goodness life has been busy! But I can never pass up on sharing my favorite Telegraph column for dinner party cheats.This time it's: Starter Creamy mushrooms on Toasted Brioche Main course Chicken and Sage Pudding Chilli Chocolate PotsThe fabulous thing is that in this link you get the recipes and timings because it's all prepared within one hour.. Cheat’s dinner party: menu for six

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Hello no! They're just different..According to a study conducted at Sussex University, "the formal sit-down do, with carefully-planned menu, placement and guestlist governed by social aspiration, is a thing of the past. Instead, according to researchers, people are turning to more informal gatherings of friends and family, with drinks and a more buffet-style of serving food – and even with dishes

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My all-time favorite regular Telegraph column.What's on offer today? Starter Carrot, watercress and orange soup with parmesan and walnut crisps Main course Tomato and crab tartsPudding Amaretto pears with chocolate ice creamAnd all prepared with an hour..Cheat’s dinner party: menu for six people for less than £35 - TelegraphBlogged with the Flock Browser

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Here's another simple idea for those who are time poor but friend rich..there's no need to go to the great effort of cooking up a three course dinner party - there are other options. Here's this suggestion from a column in The Star Telegram.."When you are pressed for time but still want to entertain, take the easy way out. Instead of asking friends over for dinner, invite them for appetizers and

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For our American friends.."Good Morning America" is teaming with Macy's and Feeding America as part of the "Come Together" project. The goal of the initiative is to feed millions of Americans by encouraging people to throw dinner parties at which guests are invited to donate to Feeding America. Macy's will match donations dollar for dollar until the goal of ten million meals is reached. Just $1

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Again, how can I not share my discovery with you? - I mean this UK Telegraph column that really does help dinner party cheats.. This affordable menu for six includes: Starter Baked mushroom creams Main course Parmesan lamb patties on rocket, pear and toasted almond salad Pudding Fig, honey and basil tart Mmmmm - recipes included in the article link!Cheat's dinner party: menu for six people

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If you've been to my blog before you will know I am a big fan of this regulat Telegraph UK Cheat's dinner party column. here's the menu to cook for six people on a budget: Starter Almond and Fennel soup Main course Plaice with a Thyme and Herb Crust and Beurre BlancPudding Blackberry SyllabubOf course the recipes are included and the whole meal takes just one hour to make - not bad huh?

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Gordon Ramsey says - he is going answer to the question he is most commonly asked: what is the perfect 
dinner party menu? So.. what do you think?And you know what? His advice sunds very similar to that of my last post here. He says " it may sound like a cliché, but do yourself a favor and keep it simple. The less complicated a menu, the less likely you will be to run into problems on the night

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I found this article which has some really useful tips - like make sure you have at your own dinner party too.. we are often so busy ensuring all are guests are well looked after that we out ourselves last.. But, with a bit of pre-planning you can make things easier for yourself so as to relax more and mingle.."For a dinner party that's as much fun for you as the guests, start with a comfortable

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A Facebook friend sent me a l,ink to this fabulous Retro Food Recipe site which I had to share..I am really into themed dinner parties so if you need recipes for a 60s or 70s recipes you need look no further..Be sure to check out my blog posts on these theme ideas because you'll also need to create the atmosphere..

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Hear of dinner party wars? That is friends competing with one-another to host that perfect dinner party.Tony Tobin gives hints and tips here about how to make you "the ultimate showman in the kitchen."He gives some great tips (including the one below) and what's more - there are a number of recipes to consider when planning your next dinner party.."For finishing touches decorate the top of your

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Having the sweet tooth that I do, this article caught my eye!Danielle E Brown has come with a great idea for people wanting to throw a large dinner party without the massive expense.. just cut out the other courses and go straight to dessert.."Invite people to your house as you would for a formal dinner party.  Don't scrimp on elegance!  Send paper invitations or classy e-vites and impose a dress

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I like the sound of the following statement because it is just so true..dinner parties are just such a great way to catch up with friends."Feeding 6 sounds expensive but cook Annabelle White says it doesn't need to be - and is a great way to get goodwill and good fun flowing through your social life."You can take your time without feeling pressured to leave a restaurant to make room for the next

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"Nothing screams, “summer!” louder than a picnic. It’s the most relaxing (and delicious) way to enjoy the great outdoors, it is an effortless way to bring young, old and everyone in between together, and all it takes is a patch of grass or sand, some snacks and drinks, and a blanket. It’s an adventure, a feast, and a party all at once, and you don’t actually have to go to the trouble of having

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"As with all social occasions, your mother will doubtless have instilled in you from an early age the need for good behavior at all times. However the temptation to stray when faced with a soirée compiled entirely of friends of third cousins once removed and their respective partners, dogs and children (most probably in that order) is nothing short of colossal. Here are some top tips for taking

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Well - this clip stands out because the author Angela Gala is suggesting how to plan an elegant formal party on a budget as opposed to just any old dinner party..I agree - just because times are tough at the moment, doesn't mean we can't be a little more creative and have a formal theme for our next dinner party.Angela comes up with all sorts of ideas and suggestions about the invitation, decor,

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This article includes some great advice on how to transform your outdoor space into a Summer Oasis full of flowers and color! You'll find great decorations and outdoor essentials."When it comes to summertime food, seasonal veggies and fruits add flavour and zest says Melissa Jenkins-Gray in her article for canada.comAnd don't forget to check out the cool summer beverage ideas..The summer garden

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"Don't leave the port until the end - Mark Frary makes the most of it at a dinner-party cookery course at Brook Hall, in Bucks"This course sounds terrific - and I love the statement - don't leave port until the end"which is what we would normally do.. Think outside the box and cook outside the box.. and the cooking tips from an expert don't go astray!"Cockburn’s Dinner Party Cookery Course is a

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"To ensure a perfect dinner party, whether you’re doing it at home informally for a few friends, or in an organized gala setting, the primary guiding principle is the same: Pick a theme and follow through with a menu and supporting tabletop décor", so say the women at Party Chic who specialize in devising creative table settings.To demonstrate what’s possible, the two women created three original

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How would you like to host a dinner party and then have your guests give you criticism at the end of the night?"Telling your host what you really think of their entertaining skills used to be considered the height of rudeness, but now, thanks to Channel 4's cookery show Come Dine With Me, things have changed. Inspecting your host's crêpes suzette and dissecting their beef Wellington is now

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What do you think of the latest cheat's dinner party menu? They suggestStarter FENNEL, CELERY AND RADISH SALAD WITH RICOTTA AND PARSLEY OIL Main course MISO TROUT WITH BABY CARROTS IN A BAG Pudding PAIN AU CHOCOLAT PUDDINGSThe beauty is that these three courses can be prepared in just one hour.Love this regular Telegraph column..Cheat’s dinner party - TelegraphBlogged with the Flock Browser

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What do you think of the latest cheat's dinner party menu? They suggestStarter FENNEL, CELERY AND RADISH SALAD WITH RICOTTA AND PARSLEY OIL Main course MISO TROUT WITH BABY CARROTS IN A BAG Pudding PAIN AU CHOCOLAT PUDDINGSThe beauty is that these three courses can be prepared in just one hour.Love this regular Telegraph column..Cheat’s dinner party - TelegraphBlogged with the Flock Browser

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Awkward etiquetteThis is always an interesting topic here.. ever considered things like:- what happens if your guest has a food allergy you didn't know about?- you have eight guests and you have cooked eight serves of say chicken.. someone has two pieces and not one.. what do you do?- your guests arrive with children you don't expect?- you're hosting a potluck bu the person who promised main

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Dinner parties are so fabulous that not only do they create art installations about the theme, there are also plays - like this one - “The Dinner Party” by Neil Simon."The production is a decidedly French dinner party served up in a chaotic mode that only a master of comedy could create. Five people are invited to dine at a first rate restaurant in Paris. They do not know who the other guests

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I have suggested a fondue dinner party idea in the past so thought I'd do so again after I spotted this great article. This sure caught my eye:"What dinner party could be more simple? Your guests do the cooking, so you can relax and enjoy your own party. If you limit the menu to cheese and chocolate fondue, you can skip the expensive entree. Just add a fresh green salad, a few bottles of wine and

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This is a great article which provides green tips for throwing a great dinner party and it even has the recipes Katie Lee Joel prepared. I like the way the whole evening was dedicated to Mother Earth."By using sustainable, local or organic ingredients, your "footprint" on the earth is much smaller, she notes."You can also read Katie's great tips on how she dressed her table. Here's just one her

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I've heard about a few parties taking place via Twitter lately.There was a birthday party that took place with Twit-vites and all..Then I read an article by Jeff Houck who spoke to @DolceDebbie about her Twitter dinner party where they actually meet in person and used their Twitter names during dinner.."As the 12 guests arrive, they introduce themselves first by their Twitter names. Although they

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I really enjoyed this article by Chester Francis-Jackson in the Jamaica Gleaner News..A lot of fear is associated to the word "formal" dinner party these days but with Chester's tips you'll feel so much more confdent.For instance, it's great to get advice from an expert about just how much you should fill a glass (stemware).."The history of stemware is as old as the art of wine-drinking itself,

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Love it - fondue that is..We have a fab Swiss restaurant up the road but where we really do get to enjoy a traditional fondue but you can prepare these at home. When is the last time you enjoyed a fondue dinner party at a friend's? It's on the unique side and very sociable and fun.. Check out this article.."What dinner party could be more simple? Your guests do the cooking, so you can relax and

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Kim Severson's assignment was to create a dinner party for six for $50.."I figured if I looked toward Mexico, I could make clever use of inexpensive ingredients like jicama, beans and peppers. If I combined them with big flavors and artisan techniques, I could easily hit the $50 mark. Julia would fold like a cheap tent."This article is well worth a read..Kim Severson's Dinner Party - A Mexican

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Harmony Day is held on March 21 in Australia but wherever you live - this is an occasion worth celebrating. It is a day to celebrate diversity in our community.The key message of Harmony Day is Everyone Belongs. It's about community participation, inclusiveness, respect and a sense of belonging for everyone.You could celebrate this day with your friends in some of these ways:- having a dinner by

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I loved this article because as they say, the worst nightmare for any dinner party host is a surprise - something that we just didn't plan for and can ruin that special dinner party that you'd spent so long planning.Matthew Pearson from the Ottawa Citizen has interviewed three of Canad's top etiquette experts to deliver some fabulous  tips to "handling -- and perhaps avoiding -- these sticky

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St. Patrick's Day is celebrated on March 17 by the Irish and Irish at Heart in big cities and small towns alike with parades, "wearing of the green," music and songs, Irish food and drink. So, isn't this the perfect opportunity to throw a unique Irish dinner party?If you're looking for recipe ideas check out this site. I love the sound of the Kahlua White Leprechaun!Or you can check out this site

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This underground dinner party in a Missouri hunting lodge sounded fabulous!In fact, the whole concept of these dinner/supper parties is wonderful. The dinner guests on this occasion had no idea about where they were going or what to expect but they did know that a sumptuous five course meal was being served somewhere along the way.They'd received a top-secret email invite from "by John-Jack, an

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What a fabulous blogger! I completely agree with Partysugar when she says:"No themed dinner party can begin without the relaxing mood enhancer and conversation stimulator that is the specialty cocktail. Since India (outside of the big cities) doesn't have much of a drinking culture, I'm turning to Dale Degroff, the king of cocktails, for inspiration."I'd suggest taking a look at her site.. I just

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I enjoyed this article by Brittny Goodsell Jones.. Shari Wells was shocked one day when she the total of someone's party had come to $600 so she has just published a cookbook about how to entertain while eliminating non-essential items."Eliminating non-essentials means the cook has more attention given to presentation. The best way to make a low-budget meal look fancy is to “paint the table,” she

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Imagine going to a dinner party and being asked to chip in for the costs once the meal was done?Or your host knowing your a vegetarian and taking delight in telling you you have just eaten some meat? Or this poor woman:"I had dinner with my in-laws for the first time (first time we met, too), and when they were setting the table up and passing out plates they served me last. Then, they hardly

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This event proves a fabulous opportunity to catch up with friends over dinner and then watch this not-to-be-missed annual event.A night of glitz and glamor - maybe you could all dress to suit the occasion?Start the night by allowing guests to  make their vote - who will win?A great article by Kristy X-Y follows:A snippet of an article by Kristy X-Y follows about how her Oscar party turned into an

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Please support this global dinner party like Paula Tzouanakis who is throwing a party with a purpose at the Mississauga Grand Banquet Hall & Convention Centre in support of research to end multiple sclerosis on February 26.Hey, my blog even appears here and can help with those ideas.Since 2003, the dinner parties have raised more than $250,000 for research. Parties are typically hosted on the

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I like this woman - Emma Christensen - she says:"Back in January when the year was still shiny and new, I made a resolution. Forget dieting. Forget jogging three mornings a week. This year, I was going to master the dinner party".Emma continues:"I’ve decided that the key to overcoming my dinner party anxieties is three-fold. First, I need to relax. After all, these are friends. Second, I need to

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If you are a regular to my blog, you will have seen a number of articles about this very topic. People are being creative and still enjoying the company of their friends over dinner.."Heard the one about the couple that paid £40,000 for a new kitchen in 2005 and have only just started using it? It is not a joke. The days are dwindling when tables for six in well-reviewed restaurants were full

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This article by Jan Burgess inspired me - see what you think.."February, a month of hearts and flowers, brings Valentine's Day.Red hearts can be part of your decorations, the shape of frosted cookies or the icing on a red-velvet cake. Flowers are for the special woman in your life, as well as beautiful in a centerpiece.It can be a time for romance or remembering. It is a time when kids buy

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I have mentioned before here that many top chefs will come your house - if the price is right.. Here is an example of a chef who specializes in this sort of work.. "Two years ago, I advertised a dinner special for two for Valentine's Day. It was for either fillet mignon or salmon with all the trimmings delivered on Valentine's Day with reheating instructions," he said. "I only sold a few

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A bit self indulgent here but what the heck since it's an amazing (and about time) point in our history here on this planet! Here's the dinner party story by Becky Pugh :"On Tuesday evening, euphoric after spending the day becoming the First Couple of the United States of America, Barack and Michelle Obama quick-stepped their way through 10 inaugural balls. Yes, that is 10 parties in one

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This event took place in a town called Danvers..Their ninth annual Empty Bowls Dinner Party was held recently and was open to the community with  all proceeds going to Haven from Hunger.Guests could enjoy piping hot soup on a cold winter night while helping to raise funds for Haven from Hunger Empty Bowls events have been organized by potters across the country as a creative way to use art for

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Invite your friends and family over to share your finest hour – creating this sumptuous four-course meal in a mere 60 minutes. Menu for 6To startGrapefruit spritzerChickpea & olive dipEntree Fig & ricotta toastiesMain Prawn & cannellini bean saladChicken & pea risoniDessert Crisp wonton peach stacksTime planUp to 1 hour ahead:Prepare the grapefruit spritzer to the end of step 1. Prepare

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What an amazing dinner party .. or art installation this was:"YOU'VE heard of a quiet dinner, but this is ridiculous.Water officials were left "baffled" yesterday after a dinner table with a bottle of wine and two glasses were spotted – in the middle of a frozen lake.The bizarre restaurant-style scene was discovered by stunned ramblers in the centre of Crowdy Reservoir on Bodmin Moor in

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Betty says:"To avoid post-holiday letdown, my husband suggested that we have a few friends over for supper. All I needed was a quick and easy entreé, such as the pan-seared chicken breasts topped with tomato tapenade" - the recipe is found in the link..Avoid post-holiday letdown with an easy dinner partyRandaThe Hostess with the MostessBlogged with the Flock Browser

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This article by Candice Choi offers some excellent suggestions on how "think creatively in the year ahead to play host to friends and family on a tightened budget." Here's an example of Candice's interview with Lizzie Post, an etiquette expert with The Emily Post Institute:"Serving only appetizers or desserts is another way to keep spending in check. Setting time parameters might help gently

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Quite an interesting dinner party article by Alex Williams of the New York Times.."I heard a jingle. No, it wasn't an angel getting its wings. It was my iPhone, carrying word that David Monn, the celebrated New York event planner, was on his way to meet me at Kmart.I had called Monn with a challenge: to see if he could design a transcendent holiday dinner party for eight at my apartment on a

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This story caught my eye - "Want the recipe for a perfect New Year's Eve party? Let your guests do the cooking."Now is a great time to be planning that New Year's Eve dinner don't you think?Try out this table top cooking idea by Larry Crowe - recipe ideas and all!The Canadian Press: Cook at the table for a fast New Year's Eve dinnerRandaThe Hostess with the MostessBlogged with the Flock Browser

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An interesting dinner party idea by Nicole L. Gill:One fun way to celebrate the season is with a tree-trimming party. As the centerpiece of the Christmas season, the tree and the holidays can come to life with a little help from your friends.Celebrate the season with a tree trimming party | www.jconline.com | Journal and CourierRandaThe Hostess with the MostessBlogged with the Flock Browser

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If you love dinner parties as much as I do you will enjoy reading this story about the first Ontario farmers’ dinner party at the at the Paul family farm as published in Toronto Life.."There is something special about cooking food for the people who raise and grow the ingredients. This was a five-course meal cooked on the wood-burning stove with everybody sitting around the kitchen table.""Nights

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"Chris Kimball, editor-in-chief of Cook's Illustrated magazine and host of "America's Test Kitchen," shares a menu that can be made in the days leading up to your party, so you're not juggling everything in the hours before guests arrive. "And I've got to say that I have made a variation of this Rustic Caramelized Onion Tarts with Blue Cheese and Walnuts (recipe and all) and it has been a huge

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This is so true - great music playing softly in the background adds to your dinner party success..In this article, geeksugar says:"When you're making a big important meal, the last thing you want to stress over is the dinner music. So you put off making the perfect playlist until now. Big deal — as long as you know some great last-minute ways to do it for you!"geeksugar suggests iTunes Genius,

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Check out these smart eco dinner party tips as included in the New Zealand Herald.. wherever we live, the planet is so important!Their 10 tips are:1: Plan and invite wisely. Before you shop, make a guest list. Knowing the number of people coming to your party is the first step to reducing waste. Save paper by sending electronic invitations.2: Encourage your guests to travel green. In the

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Interesting dinner party news from our Brittish friends.A survey suggests Britons would rather have actress Helen Mirren as their guest at a dinner party than any other celebrity saying she would be the ultimate dinner party guest!I found this interesting given recent posts suggesting that readers consider who the would invite to dinner if they could..HELEN MIRREN - MIRREN IS TOP DINNER PARTY

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A very interesting article by Tessa Boase.."The little treats are on the rise," says Giles Henschel, founder of the Dorset food producer Olives et Al, whose sales of classy pre-dinner nibbles and dressings are up 20 per cent.Henschel sees this as evidence of "a new-found thrift and indulgence culture. People want to say to their friends over the dinner table: 'I grew these onions myself

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Hear of an underground dinner party near you? In fact, have you heard of the term in the first place. This article takes you on a journey of exploration.."The legality and definition of an "underground restaurant" varies state to state and house to house. Garbee defines the term in part by saying what it is not:"It's not a standard dinner party with a few unknown faces around the table; it's not

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Whilst not a duck eater myself, I found this interesting article by Judy Sarasohn which included an easy Peking duck recipe. Sarasohn says: "I took a lesson in making Peking duck — crisp skin, thin pancake wraps and all — some 15 years ago from Joan Shih, who teaches Chinese cooking in Silver Spring, Md. It turned out to be so simple that now I only roughly follow a recipe drawn mostly from

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I agree with Natascha Mirosch's comment in this article that preparing a dinner party for six can costs around the same price as two people going out for dinner.. and yes - keep things simple.. Quotes from the article:"Use things you already have. You can make a dip for example with some whole egg mayonnaise and a bit of pesto. I did one recently with tinned beetroot, yoghurt and mint and it cost

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Great tips to avoid this dinner party faux-pas.."Dinner party etiquette can be a minefield of trip-ups, and with the Christmas party season fast approaching many will be planning intimate dinner parties, albeit with dread creeping in case they don’t pull it off.Damian Clarkson Manager Director of A-list cater Red Snapper Events divulges his top 10 dinner party faux-pas.1. Time management – be

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Light-up table adds interactivity to your next dinner party | Appliances and Kitchen Gadgets - CNET BlogsWhy focus on food at your next dinner party?While this is probably a major concern for most of us,  there really is so no need it seems.. Not when you can have this..dinner party table!"The festive and attractive design is also environmentally conscious: the table uses recycled materials like

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I'm here to give you dinner party ideas - here's a new group trying to original dinner party kits created especially for those who have little time for party planning. Sounds good to me!"Snapoutofit LLC has launched a new website featuring five themed dinner party kits. With titles such as Ay Caramba, Dim Sum Doo Wopp Doosey and Hippy Dippy Nights guests are bound to have fun. Dinner party kits

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I like this article by Corinna Van Gerwen (Metro) where she interviews Ashleigh Dempster and Amanda Blakley, co-founders of culture club The Society. The topic is to understand how to get and keep guests talking long after the night is through via  few easy tips. They are to:• "Play games. “It sounds cheesy, but games can be really interesting at a dinner party,” says Amanda. Try a set of boxed

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Do you like to entertain but always get stuck in the kitchen? This youtube video from Better TV has the recipe for a successful dinner party. I simply love watching all the tips I can get - and from yet another hostess with the mostess - we are everywhere!RandaThe Hostess with the Mostess

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I've just read about Swoon which is "a refined dinner party featuring a three-course menu, white glove service, a glass of Moet & Chandon and complimentary martini reception sponsored by Veev." The menu at $55 also comes with a "cool soundtrack of, according to a publicist, ''an abstract but thoughtfully crafted blend of early '80s new romantic, opera, up-tempo experimental rock, folk and

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This is an unusual post but it illustrates the creativity out there.. around the theme of a dinner party..The YoutUbe description says.. "a seance inside of a box to 'innocent when you dream'. black and white, classy."Song.. characters.. masks.. goats.. moon.. Tom WaitsMy hope is to inspire creativity when it comes to creating that amazingly memorable dinner party..RandaThe Hostess with the

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As the title suggests, I was in a dreamy state when I read this story by Mark Liu of a vineyard owner who invites a cooking class due to create a six course dinner party in a fabulous setting.. the author takes you through the whole event.. inside and out.."Dinner came in separate courses, each begun with a description from Holly Howell on the paired local wine — red or white — and why it worked

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Yes, life may be tight in these tough economic times but as this article by Joan Lipinsky Cochran says.. there's no need to give up dining with your friends.."Kurtis Lutz, 33, has a better idea. Driven by the high cost of food as much as the desire for intimacy, Lutz invites friends to his home for potluck dinners. Not only is it easier and less expensive than going out, these get-togethers

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An interesting question to ponder don't you think? I'd love to hear your responses?And if you're interested in politics, you may be interested to read this story which asked Canadians which political party leader they'd most like to invite home for dinner. It was a in the Journal de Montréal. But between the choices they had  "the winner of the poll was the last choice - "none of them" - selected

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There's nothing worse.. nothing more uncomfortable...What happens when your friends start bickering at your dinner party?Check out this article.. it starts with.."DEAR AMY: A few weeks ago my husband and I invited some friends over for dinner. I made a wonderful meal, only to have our friends (who are newlyweds) bicker at the dinner table. My husband tried to cut things off at the pass before it

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I completely agree with this article by Marilyn Krause about the shift from a formal dinner party to a more casual affair.."Among the current trends is a move away from multi-course dinner, to one-dish meals, hosting lunch or brunch instead of dinner and purchasing a portion of the meal instead of making everything from scratch.Let's face it - the aim really is to catch up with new or old friends

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I'm seeing a lot in the news about dinner party clubs.. here's an excerpt from this story about Hidden Kitchen - a dinner-party club where you sign up online.."Such in-home dinners, underground dining, supper clubs or whatever you want to call them, have blossomed in recent years. Of course, nobody really knows the extent of the trend, but spots have popped up and gotten press in New York;

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This article caught my eye - it talked about a woman who hosts weekly dinner parties in a small apartment.It starts off by saying:"Chairs are brought in from the other room. Folding tables are pulled out from their hiding places and set up next to the couches. Platters of appetizers are artfully arranged and wine glasses are primed as the main course simmers in the oven.This dinner party scene

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On the search for dinner party ideas, we like to keep an eye out on the trends.And this is what Gordon Ramsay says."The preference these days is for a more laid-back affair than those of former decades. Nearly two-thirds (61 per cent) would rather have a relaxed supper with friends than a formal dinner party."So, keep these stats in mind when organizing your next dinner party.. yes, dinner

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In these tough economic times, people are opting for dinner parties in their homes rather than eating out at expensive restaurants. In this article by Judy Adamson, she speaks with former chef Joel Sharpe:"There's been a big movement," he says. "Back in the '70s there were a lot of dinner parties … then in the '80s and '90s people moved away from that into restaurants. They had money and wanted

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This article by Mairi Beautyman begins by saying that "being eco is not about killing the party. Impressing your dinner guests in an earth conscious way can be as easy as a few small changes." And how can you not agree with this simple statement?Here are the tips (you can read more by clicking into the link):1. Say No To Disposables2. Whip Up Some Sangria3. Source Local Food4. Send Home

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Check out part two of this 1940s dinner party etiquette video:RandaThe Hostess with the Mostess

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