And they're off...The Oaks Lily® comes to us straight from the official Kentucky Derby website. I have never been to the Kentucky Derby but I am definitely going to plan to take a trip to Kentucky next year for this event...it looks like it would be so incredibly fun plus I love the idea of dressing up and wearing an oversized hat...so tres chic!!(la dee da) I get so excited just thinking about it. Horses and hats - what could be better?!?!
Do you want to get your friends together but are just too busy these days to uber-host? How about hosting a store-bought (no hassle) casual cocktail party that will take the stress out of entertaining and let you enjoy the evening as well.
Serve up peach margaritas and impress your guests with these very yummy and very easy appetizers (from your local grocer).
Today's wedding etiquette question comes to us from Sandy in Ohio. Here is the question Sandy emailed us: I'm getting married in September and I am planning on having four bridesmaids but my my fiance only wants to have three groomsmen; the problem is that I have become very close to a woman who I would really like to be a part of this very special day. Would it be wrong or look weird to have more bridesmaids than groomsmen? Or is there something else that I can ask her to to that day?
Hosting a stylish Mother's Day brunch is simple when you serve colorful mimosas and these yummy no cook dishes.
Here's your simple menu:
1. Bellini Mimosas - Put some fresh peach slices into champagne glasses and add some chilled peach nectar to cover. Top with chilled sparkling rose wine, prosecco or champagne. Add a drop of grenadine syrup or pomegranate juice to each drink.
Arriba, arriba! Cinco de Mayo is just around the corner and this Mexican themed party is perfect for the upcoming festivities. It is most representative of the roots and customs of the traditionalist towns in Mexico where the sense of the party still remains strong. Welcome your guests with with a traditional Mexican drink - like a margarita or tequila - served in a traditional tequila glass, which can also double as a take home for guests. This greeting will start a wonderful experience of tastes and colors offered in this festive party.
Honey! Make me a Mango Margarita and make it snappy!! I feel like summer is right around the corner (even though it was only 65 degrees here in LA today) or maybe I am just ready for summer to be here especially since I have been busy planning all my summer getaways. So, in honor of summer getaways - whip up one of these Honey Mango Margaritas to kick start your dreams of summer getaways.
Honey Mango Margarita
Ingredients:
Directions: Mix all ingredients in a blender until smooth. Strain into a margarita glass rimmed with salt (optional).
(photo and recipe by cocktailtimes.com)
Celebrate Mother's Day by showing Mom how much you care and set the table with a handmade gorgeous floral centerpiece.
How will you decorate your aisle?? Here are a few gorgeous suggestions. This first aisle runner was coordinated with the couple's wedding colors. Generally, rental companies only offer aisle runners in standard colors; like white, ivory or red. So one creative idea is to go to a carpet store and ask for a remnant piece of carpet in a color that matches your wedding day colors (you will be surprised what you can find). Throw floral petals on center and edges of the carpet - the petals will hide any rough or flawed edges.
I love the idea of an aisle covered in rose petals...this one looks like it is right out of a fairytale and isn't this supposed to be your one day to feel like a princess?!?!!
This runner is so elegant and sophisticated. You can have your name and wedding date, along with the first letter of your last names hand painted on the wedding aisle runner. If you’d like to jazz up the monogram even further, you can opt to have embellishments added to your monogram or other details such as roses of calla lilies.
If you are using roses in your floral arrangements then I would suggest lining down the sides of the runner; there is nothing more beautiful than walking down a rose pedal covered aisle runner. If you opt to go with a hand painted monogram and the rose pedals, make sure that the rose pedals are positioned in a way that they don’t obstruct the view of the monogram and that your monogram colors and the rose pedals compliment each other.
Do The Derby At Home! Simple Party Tips by Dawn Sandameo at PartyBluPrints.com
And they’re off! Together these words start what has come to be known as the most exciting two minutes in sports. Saturday, May 1st, 2010 will mark the 136th “run for the roses”. The Kentucky Derby is the perfect time to gather family and friends for some fun. Host a party but keep it simple by inviting guests over to enjoy the race and a cocktail, 2 hours is perfect. Make it special by serving Mint Juleps, the mandatory Derby cocktail and some traditional Derby snacks. Encourage your guests to don a hat, it will add to the fun and festivity. Check out our tips below and this one is a no-brainer for an exciting and enjoyable afternoon!
Are you looking for a new and quick appetizer recipe? How about hummus?!? I have become completely addicted hummus so needless to say I was very excited when I found this 5 minute addictive hummus recipe in Real Simple Magazine this month.
Total Time: 5 minutes/Makes 1 1/2 cups
Ingredients:
Directions:
In a food processor, puree the chickpeas and garlic with olive oil, lemon juice, tahini (if using), cumin, and 3/4 teaspoon salt until smooth and creamy. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons water as necessary to achieve the desired consistency.
Transfer to a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with the paprika before serving.
Serve with pita bread, cucumbers or anything else your heart desires.
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