3 Fabulous Dinner Parties on a Budget

Mexican cuisine certainly has its staples of tortillas, rice, and beans. Travel throughout this culturally rich country and you'll find these basic ingredients turned inside-out with the Yucatan peninsula's use of black beans and plantains or Mexico City's recipes that are loaded with cream. This m... Read More

Italian cuisine offers such a variety of flavors, from the white cream sauces found in northern Italy to the hearty red tomato sauces enjoyed in the southern part of the country.Italian Menu Delight dinner guests with an Italian menu that clocks in at around $50! Olive Polenta Squares (recipe) Easy... Read More

Whether you are drawn to the provencal cuisine of southern France or the world-renowned epicurean fare of Paris, a French-themed dinner party promises to be an exquisite evening. This menu features recipes with princely items, such as crepes and cream for a peasants price. Read More

Create a beautiful tablescape of fruit and candles for your Italian Dinner Party. Simply lay a bed of green leaves from your garden or lemon leaves along the center of the table. If you prefer, you can place a decorative plate in the table's center instead. Accent with fruit, such as: oranges, pea... Read More

For a French feel on the tabletop, keep your display simple and elegant. Dust off your best china and silver for this party and display it on a crisp white cloth. Adorn the table with taper candles in delicate holders. Check your local thrift store for taper candleholders! Pillar candles have been... Read More

Celebrate Mexico's culture by dressing up your table in a vibrant way. Use bright colors of red, yellow or blue in your table linens or throw a Mexican blanket over the table if you have it on hand. Create an easy centerpiece by placing white pillar candles on terra cotta plant saucers or salad pla... Read More