Holidays and Seasons

Holiday Party

It's the time of the year where the parties just never end. From holiday office parties to holiday neighborhood get-togethers, party planners really shine during this season of celebrations.

Whether you're hosting a holiday party at home or at the office, our experts have all the tips you need to make traditional and festive dishes along with the tools for beautiful decorations -- all the makings of a holiday party hit that will please all your guests.

25 Holiday Cookie Recipes

Gingerbread House Decorating Party

Gourmet English Easter Dinner

Holiday Globe: Trotting Around Drinks and Desserts Party

Last Minute Holiday Desserts

Progressive Holiday Hors d'Oeuvres Party

Top Ten Hostess Holiday Gifts

Top 20 California Chardonnays for the Holidays

Valentine's Worthy Cocktail Party

White Elephant Holiday Gift Party Game

Winter Wonderland Holiday Party

Winter Wonderland Party Part 1

Winter Wonderland Party Part 2

Christmas Party Ideas

VIDEOS

Holiday Party Segment 1: Wine and Cheese Pairings

Holiday Party Segment 2: Putting Together a Tart Flambée

Holiday Party Segment 3: Appetizer Presentation

Holiday Party Segment 4: Tablescape Ideas

Sending Out Holiday Cards: Preparation and Etiquette
By Loren Lankford
As we get older our family and friends tend to spread themselves out across the world. The holidays are the perfect time to remind the people you love that you haven’t forgotten about them by sending warm wishes their way. more
Ugly Holiday Sweater Fest
By Kaysie Norman
If you’ve been to one Holiday party, you’ve probably been to them all. To break up the monotony this holiday season, along with a little comic relief, host an Ugly Holiday Sweater Fest. more
Five Ways to Guarantee a Fabulous Party
By Yelena Jenkins
Parties can be difficult to plan, and more distressfully, they may not turn out the way we imagined. So, it's not uncommon for people to wonder how they can guarantee that their party will be a hit. With years of planning experience and countless successful parties thrown, we have come up with a list of the five most important elements. more
Gourmet English Easter Dinner
By Mindy Kobrin
Easter is a wonderful time to get together with family and friends to celebrate the coming of spring. Join me in tipping our bonnet to the Queen with a traditional English Easter dinner. more
Winter Wonderland Party - Part 2
By Darryn Murphy
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Holiday Party Party Idea Picks

Articles

Winter Wonderland Party - Part 1
By Darryn Murphy
Can you remember that first snowfall of winter, the steam from hot chocolate warming your cold hands, and the sound of a crackling fire? Revisit those memories with a holiday event inspired by the magic of the winter season. more
Valentine’s Kissworthy Cocktail Party
By Mindy Kobrin
Valentine’s Day is an ideal time to enchant and entice! Whether you’re looking for love or reveling in your single statustry these Top 5 Cupid Concoctions and a nibble or two for a kiss-worthy cocktail party everyone will “love.” , more
Progressive Holiday Hor d'oeuvres Party
By Jeanne Benedict
Spread holiday cheer throughout your neighborhood with a progressive hors d’oeuvres party! The idea of a progressive party is that a group of revelers travel on foot from one home to another, enjoying delicious appetizers and drinks at each stop. more
White Elephant Holiday Gift Party Game
By Mindy Kobrin
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Top Ten Hostess Holiday Gifts
By Mindy Kobrin
When you've been invited to a holiday party or dinner why bring the same old bottle of wine? Arrive with a thoughtful gift in hand. more
Gingerbread House Decorating Party
By Jeanne Benedict
Visions of sugarplums hardly compare to the confectionary splendor of a Gingerbread House Decorating Party for Christmas. more
Last-Minute Holiday Desserts
By Mindy Kobrin
Here are 5 terrific recipes to dress up a casual and neighborly Holiday potluck party. more
Winter Wonderland Holiday Party
By Mindy Kobrin
Celebrate Christmas or the holidays with a Winter Wonderland party. Make your home warm and inviting with candles, twinkling lights, sizzling drinks and a scrumptious food buffet. more
Holiday Globe-Trotting Drinks and Desserts Party
By Mindy Kobrin
From my globe-trotting kitchen to yours, this elite collection of 10 easy and fabulous recipes from my travels are all stamped with gourmet spirits. more
"The Office" TV Show Knows How To Party!
By Jeanne Benedict
Not only does NBC’s hit TV show, “The Office”, entertain us each week with a brilliant cast and hilarious plots, they have changed the way America celebrates in the workplace. Here’s how to throw your own holiday office party more
25 Holiday Cookie Recipes
By Jeanne Benedict
From my holiday kitchen to yours, this collection of 25 recipes from my book, The Sophisticated Cookie, are all laced with spirits. more
Top 20 California Chardonnays for the Holidays
By Jeanne Benedict
While preparing a holiday meal, I often indulge in a glass of wine from my list of Top 20 Holiday Chardonnays. more

Blog

Break Out Your Inner Leprechaun
By Mindy Kobrin
Break out your inner leprechaun and Go Green this St. Patty's Day! With these Blarney Stone inspired party tips, toasts and recipes, your shamrock shimmy will impress the likes of Darby O'Gill. more
Whewww! Made It Through the Holiday Parties!
By Jeanne Benedict
Last night marked the official end of my holiday partying! Yes, "partying", as a verb, because I am worn out...in the best way! more
Swarovski Stunners For Your New Year's Eve Party!
By Jeanne Benedict
Swarovski sparkles with New Year’s Eve party ideas that you can do at home.

Personalized Crystal Letter Bottle of Bubbly
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New Year's Day PJs, Games and Munchies
By Mindy Kobrin
After a late night of cheers with champers, dancing or watching the ball drop, a pajama party and late--well, very late brunch is just what your fellow revelers will need! more
Festive Tea Light: Holiday Tabletop Idea
By Mindy Kobrin
Preparing for Thanksgiving today, I put together a great-looking frosty accent for my holiday table. I made a festive tea light holder using cranberries. more