My co-host/partner in crime, Nosh, hipping it up |
Reward your guests for theme excellence |
The next step for a swinging soiree is controversial: a theme. I've heard adamant protests against the usage of a theme, but I've thrown a number of parties in my day and found that it's really only a vocal minority that doth protest. We chose to have a "Hipster Housewarming" with prizes for Best Hipster Chick & Best Hipster Hunk. The competition was fierce, and I have to say the ensembles were stellar!
Another key ingredient is the food! You should definitely have soakage, especially if your party is boozey. I've included my tried & true guacamole and sangria recipes below!
Guacamole (for approx 30 people)
12 ripe avocados
2 garlic gloves, minced
2 limes
1 tbsp olive oil
salt & pepper to taste
*fistful cilantro(coriander), finely chopped
Peel and de-pit 6 of the avocados, saving the pits. Mash together with the garlic and add lime once in a chunky and almost smooth mixture. If you do not have a mortar & pestle, a potato masher works just as well! Add the olive oil and some salt/pepper. Chunk the remaining avocados and mix in. Add the chopped cilantro if desired. To store, put the pits in with the avocado to keep the guac green. Serve to your delighted guests!
Homemade Sangria: Nectar of the gods |
3 litres boxed red wine (a Cabernet or blend usually works)
1/2 cup white rum or brandy
1 tbsp sugar
1 naval orange, sliced
2 apples, sliced
1 lemon, sliced
Mix the sugar with the rum and add the fruit, bruising slightly. Empty the boxed wine into a large jug or pitcher and add fruit mixture to it. Stir all together and store in a fridge for up to 12 hours prior to party kick-off. I've used these proportions several times with great success. You can use any combination of fruit, some people like strawberries or pineapple in their sangria - go for it! Experiment til you find the elixir mixture you like!
Making my hip guests comfortable whilst schooling them in flipcup |
Cheers y'all, and thanks for indulging in my little trip down memory lane! Enjoy the recipes and let me know how they turn out!
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