All Things For All Parties

A Simple Memorial Day Menu

First of all, I can't believe that I haven't posted since Cinco de Mayo....Wow!  Where did the time go?!?!  We are back now with some fun food suggestions for this weekend's festivities!!

So, fire up the grill and break out the cocktails because Summer is almost here and it's time to Party!!

To Start:  I am all about bite-size appetizers so why not start things off with some Cheesy Mini Quiches...Yum!  I found this great recipe in All You Magazine - so click here to get the recipe for these tasty little treats.

Don't forget to put a little crudite plate together with a nice veggie dip for those guests watching their waistline (since Summer means Swimsuits!).

For your Main Course:  I think kebabs (turkey kielbasa or sirloin-vegetable) are such a great choice and an easy way to serve your guests. 

For the sides:  make a cold potato salad.  Boil the potatoes (whole with skin) than peel the skin and slice them like potato chips than just add olive oil, onions and season them to taste!!  Serve cold.  They are easy and super yummy (recipe by my mother-in-law). 

My husband's favorite Memorial Day side is ColeSlaw so of course that will be on our menu. 

To Drink:  I love drinks that allow your guests to be able to serve themselves so make-up a batch of Strawberry Lemonade Punch.  Just add 1 (12 oz.) pkg. frozen strawberries (with juice and sugar)
1 (12 oz.) can frozen pink lemonade.  Mix lemonade according to can directions. Add frozen strawberries, slightly thawed, and mix.

For Dessert:  Just keep it simple and go with good ole fashioned ice cream sandwiches.  Just make-up a batch of chocolate chip cookies; place one scoop of vanilla ice cream between two cookies and voila...You are everyone's Hero!!!

Happy Memorial Day!

 

 

 

 

Easter Cake Pop Inspiration

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Here comes Peter Cottontail hopping down the bunny trail...Easter's on it's Way!!!  How adorable are these Easter Cake Pops by Bakerella?!?!  I just love Easter and I can't wait to make up a batch of these for my son's Easter Basket - he is going to go crazy for these adorable little treats.  Check out Bakerella for more Easter Cake Pop ideas and recipes.

Happy Valentine's Day!!

Photo by Crafty Sisters

Happy Valentine's Day!!!  How delicious and tempting do these Red Candy Apples look?!?!?  So perfect to tempt that special someone. 

T.G.I.F. CHAMBORD CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES

My Grandmother used to always say, "that the best way to a Man's heart was through his tummy" and judging by the way my hubby loves sweets...I might just have to agree with her ;-D  So today's recipe is definitely the perfect Valentine's day treat for someone real real sweet! 

T.G.I.F. ESKY'S HOT SPOT

OK, I have to confess that I have seriously been the biggest slacker when it comes to blogging these days...I think the holiday took all my mojo and any bit of energy I had; but I have decided that enough is enough and it's time to get rid of this lazy, slacker attitude so I am back!  Starting next week I will start posting on a regular basis and I am also planning on making some exciting changes to this blog.  I welcome any and all ideas. 

Let's get this weekend started with the perfect happy hour cocktail...Esky's Hot Spot!

Toasty Baked Brie

What party would be complete without a cheese plate, and what could be better than a warm, baked brie!!!  It definitely makes a comforting cold-weather addition to your next soiree. While some recipes serve up the gooey goodness in puff pastry, this version takes an even simpler approach, with just four ingredients to spread atop accompanying crackers or crostini...come on who doesn't love easy?!?!

I don't know if I am just really hungry but the maple-pecan-topped wedge just looks so incredibly yummy that I think I am going to have to make this appie for my hubby's bday celebration tomorrow evening

Ok so here's how to make it straight from Everyday Food...(thanks for sharing)

T.G.I.F. THE WASABERITA

Photo by Brian McCay

New Year's Resolution #1:  Low Calorie Cocktails

Another high-calorie monster, the margarita was long overdue for a makeover. Whittle down the calories in this happy hour classic by leaving out the Cointreau (saving 95 calories per ounce) and adding a powerful punch of wasabi powder. Her (Ruhe) clever spin on this go-to is unexpected and guilt-free.

1 teaspoon wasabi powder
3/4 ounce lime juice
1 ounce light agave nectar, such as Wholesome Sweeteners
1 3/4 ounces Tequila blanco

Salt rim of a margarita glass. In a shaker add all of the ingredients with ice. Shake vigorously for 30 seconds and then strain over fresh ice into glass.

Calories: 224

 

T.G.I.F. CHAMBORD'S SWEET-TINI

"Deck the halls with be boughs of holly, fa, la, la, la!"  Serve these us as your signature cocktail for your Holiday Party this weekend and everyone will be singing, "Tis the Season to be Jolly!"

Sweet-tini

4 oz Korbel® Sweet Rose
1 oz Chambord Flavored Vodka
2 oz Cranberry-Apple Juice

Shake vodka and juice with ice and strain into a chilled wine glass. Top with champagne and garnish with a strawberry slice.

T.G.I.F PUMPKIN SPICE MARTINI

OK, it's been a few weeks since I have posted a Friday cocktail but I felt inspired today and found something interesting that I actually wanted  to share with you.  So, it looks like I am going to be the master mixologist at my Mom'sThanksgiving Dinner Party this year.  Yeah! Something new to do other then making the candied yams.  Hope you enjoy.

T.G.I.F. HALLOWEEN CONCOCTION

BOO!  It's the weekend before Halloween so mix-up a spooky batch of Halloween cocktails! 

INGREDIENTS:
•1/4 cup of honey or corn syrup
•12 drops of red food coloring
•4 cups of your favorite pineapple juice – It needs to be chilled
•6 ounces of frozen limeade concentrate
•3 cups of chilled ginger ale
•10 Wine Goblets