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What is entertaining?
the savvy host believes that entertaining is most simply gathering people together in enjoyable surroundings ~ offering good food & drink ~ to share stories, ideas, laughter ... life.
essentially entertaining is dedicated to the Savvy Host each one of us can become with a hint of inspiration, a little confidence, some creative flair and a healthy dose of humor.
We discovered a few new items to wet your whistle - even share with guests! - this weekend. As always, we rely on and are indebted to the sage counsel and advice of the ever-present-online wine.com. We are also thrilled with our adv (read full article)
For sipping and sharing with guests, we like Pinot Noir - but often DON'T like the price. We've also stumbled across more than a few bottles that have a great price, but we might as well have been drinking water (expensive water at that!). A (read full article)
With summer in the air, and the grilling game going on, here's a list of 8 refreshments we're pouring with friends, family and whoever else happens to drop by this week...(note that many of the pairings suggested are also listed in this week's Goo (read full article)
We’re on a quest to compile a solid reference list of $20 and under wines that won’t embarrass a savvy host when entertaining. While an excellent wine can be worth hundreds of dollars a bottle, this is not a necessary, or even realistic, in (read full article)
Don't you love it when someone else figures out the perfect way to handle a situation ~ and they share it with you?? Matching wine and food for entertaining can be a frustrating experience, especially if you don't consider yourself expert in either (read full article)
To enhance an entertaining occasion, consider introducing a signature cocktail. Whether this drink is your “house specialty” or something tied to the theme of your event or menu, signature cocktails can hallmark your gathering at the get-go. Wan (read full article)
Following up on an entertaining etiquette post earlier this year, we thought we'd offer some ideas to help gracious guests with what to bring the host or hostess. Here's a short list of items ~ all around $40 or less ~ shared by other Savvy Hos (read full article)
Already in January, we see a shift in the focus, style and flair of entertaining for this year. People are looking to enjoy time together and to appreciate what's good in our lives. We've been giving this some thought ~ here's what's top of min (read full article)
Sharing a no-fail "entertaining out" option with our savvy host friends... Consider taking friends or business colleagues to one of the numerous wine-dinners at local restaurants. These organized evenings typically include four (often more) cou (read full article)
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