HOLIDAYS
HOLIDAYS
The current economy has everyone on edge; with bills to pay and the stock market in a downward spiral, our social lives are often the first to feel the pinch, but it doesn't have to be that way!
Your favorite dynamic duo is here to offer some great tips for entertaining on a budget--because even when times are tough, we all need time with our girlfriends...and a little Cocktail Therapy, of course!
Your favorite dynamic duo is here to offer some great tips for entertaining on a budget--because even when times are tough, we all need time with our girlfriends...and a little Cocktail Therapy, of course!
Impress your guests with home made pita chips.
Ingredients
- 12 Pita Bread Pockets
- 1/2 Cup Olive Oil
- 1/2 Tsp Black Pepper
- 1/2 Tsp Garlic Salt
- 1/2 Tsp dried basil, oregano, chervil, dill, chili powder or any herb you'd like!
Steps
- Preheat your over to 400 degrees.
- Cut each pita into eight triangular sections and place on a baking sheet. Brush each triangle with oil.
- Combine the salt, pepper and spices of your choosing. Sprinkle the spice mixture onto each piece of pita.
- Bake for 7 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Make a punch bowl full of this easy and inexpensive recipe for marvelous margaritas.
Ingredients
- 1 Bottle Tequila (Choose a brand that isn’t too pricey, but don’t got too cheap either or the parting gift you’ll give your guests in hangovers!)
- 1/2 Bottle Triple Sec
- 1/2 Bottle (the one that had the Tequila) Fresh Lime Juice, pour in
- 1/3 Bottle (the one that had the Tequila In it) Orange Juice, pour in
- 1.5 Cup Agave Nectar or Simple Syrup ( add ½ cup at a time and taste until it's at your desired sweetness)
- 1 Dash Kosher Salt (if desired)
- Some Lime Wedges
Steps
- Combine all ingredients except for the salt.
- Serve over ice.
- If a guest would like some salt, before pouring the cocktail, rub the rim of the glass with lime and dip it into a shallow plate of kosher salt. Garnish with the lime wedges.
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- Entertain in your home or apartment, if possible, because renting a party venue or space can cost thousands of dollars.
- Save money by planning your party on an "off-night" at your favorite local watering hole if your home is simply too small (we live in tiny apartments in New York City, so we can relate!).
- Book your party on a Tuesday or Wednesday because restaurants, bars, and catering halls will likely give you a discount. If that's not possible with your schedule, try to reserve space for Friday or Sunday, which are often cheaper than Saturdays.
- Be true to yourself and your style, and have fun.
- As the old cliche goes, money certainly can't buy happiness!
Cheap Eats
Fill up your guests with food that is delicious, semi-healthy, and inexpensive, like:
Fill up your guests with food that is delicious, semi-healthy, and inexpensive, like:
- Hummus with homemade pita chips and fresh veggies (see recipe above).
- Mini-burgers or sliders.
Cocktails for Coins
Save money and time- by making a big batch of our "Chapter 11 Margaritas." How's that for a good cocktail?
Florals to Fawn Over
- Putting flowers around your house or apartment is a nice touch if you are entertaining there.
- Don't worry - this doesn't have to break the bank! Just think outside of the box, or shall we say vase?
- Use empty wine or liquor bottles as vases (Patron tequila bottles have an especially nice presentation), which will add character and save you money. Just steam off the label, and presto!
- Put flowers in old spaghetti sauce containers or mason jars.
- Choose flowers that are in season. Tulips are affordable in the spring, but getting them in December may require a second mortgage!
- In this day and age of mp3 players, there is NO NEED to waste money on a DJ or band, whether you’re entertaining at home or out at another venue!
- Simply take the time to come up with a rocking playlist and plug your i-Pod into a tiny speaker or oversized speaker that guests will love. If you don't have speakers, just play the music from your laptop or computer.
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