Posts Tagged ‘party’

Fro-Yo Cut Out Desserts
Frozen yogurt in shapes that will make your dessert the talk of the party! So yummy, so cute -- and best of all, so easy! For all of you who love to play with your food, there’s now a fun idea for how to play with your frozen food –- these cute Fro-Yo Cut Out Desserts! The “recipe” is simple.  Just grab a few cartons of Yoplait’s new frozen yogurt (the peach Greek yogurt version is my fave!), stir it into an even layer, refreeze, a... Read More
12 Fam-Friendly Holiday Drinks
Not everyone likes rum in their eggnog, so be sure to serve up some non-alcoholic beverages at your holiday bash. If you're hosting a party this month, chances are you've already stocked up on beer and wine to let the good times roll. But what about designated drivers and people who don't drink? Not to mention the children. Be the host with the most and serve up some creative, refreshing and festive drinks that can please everyone on your gue... Read More
How to Make Chic Centerpieces with Food
The key to a memorable event is creating an elegant, chic atmosphere -- and an easy way to do that is with creative, edible centerpieces. DIY is so hot right now, and your guests will absolutely love being able to snack on your creations -- but there are so many options, you may have trouble choosing which one you want to make! Fruits of your labor This is perhaps an obvious choice, because we all know how pretty fruit arrangements can be –... Read More
Gluten-Free Mini Wedding Cakes
Here's a brilliant way to let your gluten-free guests have their cake and eat it too. These days, wedding cakes can be as vibrant and creative as the couple wants. But what's a bride to do if she or some of the wedding guests are gluten intolerant? Who wants to say no to cake? Come on -- that's a nuptial no-no. So, make these cute and yummy Mini Gluten-Free Wedding Cakes for your gluten-intolerant guests -- and everybody will think you're... Read More

Rainbow Ice Cubes

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Rainbow Ice Cubes
Rock your "on the rocks" with rainbow COLORS! The home bar. It might be a bar-height counter-top or just a card table put up for the eve, but it's a kinda necessary consideration for a party. Whether you're serving sassy spirits or sparkling sodas, most home bars are kinda, well, lame. Bottles. Glasses. Ice. Pretty standard stuff. Unless ...you have Rainbow Ice Cubes! Now there's an untapped party op for braggin' rights! This id... Read More
Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes
Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes are a retro classic! They are easy to make and uber eye-catching. A truly fun twist on your basic cupcake, without all the hubbub that normally goes into cleverly decorated cupcakes. To make our Swirly Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes extra-cool, we swirled together a batch of vanilla frosting with a bit of chocolate frosting to create a  twist ice cream cone look. If you've never decorated cupcakes with this swirled technique... Read More
Strawberry Basil Mojito
These Strawberry Basil Mojitos are the perfect summer drink. Cool and citrusy with a kiss of fresh herbs and the sweetness of rum. A glass filled with ice and goodness. Since I'm not a drinker, I decided to put a fresh, alcohol-free twist on the classic Mojito recipe. But you can make it with alcohol if you're not a teetotaler. I've included details on how to do this below. Mixing up a glass of these incredible drinks is as easy as can be. Ju... Read More
How to Remove Red Wine from Carpet
If a tipsy guest spills red wine on the carpet, don't panic. How do you get rid of red wine stains on your carpet? It's a commonly held belief that pouring white wine on top of red wine is the best way to clean it up. Maybe this is an urban myth created by a drunken host, but besides being a complete waste of perfectly good wine, it doesn't work. There are far easier, and less expensive, ways to deal with red wine stains, and most of these metho... Read More
With Independence Day right around the corner and school just ending, it seemed like the perfect time to talk about celebration dinners. One good friend of mine, Cate O'Malley from Sweetnicks, throws a small bash each year, serving up towering slices of rainbow cake. Her kids adore it, and you have to admit that the bright layers of the cake are eye-catching. (For something similar, try this Rainbow Angel Birthday Cake!) Whether yo... Read More