Party Ideas

Throw a Last-Minute Cinco De Mayo Party and Not Be a Caliente Mess!

Courtney Cachet | Posted 05.04.2012

Courtney Cachet

I love Cinco De Mayo! I mean, duh -- tacos, margaritas, colorful décor. What's not to love?

How to Make Punchier Punch

Adam McDowell | Posted 04.04.2012

Adam McDowell

Punch used to be, and ideally still is, something both more spartan and more delicious -- and, dare I say, manlier. It should be based around spirits, water, sugar, spice and citrus. Except the citrus is in juice form, not sliced up as peels and left to turn soggy and gross.

5 Creative Ways To Make Non-Alcoholic Punch!

Posted 12.28.2011

This is the year: you are finally going to be the one to throw the New Year's Eve party. You have the clothes, the songs, the food, and the guests......

PHOTOS: My Super Sweet 50: 8 Fun Ways To Celebrate Half A Century

Posted 12.27.2011

MTV's reality TV show "My Super Sweet 16" gives the world a glance into the lives of privileged teens throwing extravagant, over-the-top, coming of ag...

Notes on a Party: The Logistics of Hors D'Oeuvres

Celia Chen | Posted 11.17.2011

Celia Chen

When it comes to serving passed hors d'oeuvres, even the most gracious host can sometimes make a poor choice. Here are some great ideas for what to serve during cocktail hour.