10 Things I Know About ... Holiday Party Planning
10. Quality Beats Quantity. The proliferation of cooking shows makes everyone an expert. Offer guests a menu of small plates and locally sourced products, thoughtfully presented.
9. Improve Office Morale. A survey last year said holiday parties influence office relationships, with 75 percent of respondents seeing strengthened friendships and 67 percent reporting improved team dynamics from holiday gatherings.
8. Any Day Can Be A Holiday. December also brings stress to many, with demands from clients, family and friends for getting together. Off-season incentives from party professionals help ease that stress.
7. Craft Cocktails Are In. Craft beers and select small vineyard wines are gathering much interest and again, it's about quality.
6. Events Are More Fluid. Gone are the sit-down dinner holiday parties; in are the interactive food stations, small plates, photo booths, bar stools at tall cocktail tables.
5. Forget Bing Crosby. The need for good music at a party cannot be stressed enough. Play Pink Martini or up-tempo mix in the background of your home, streamed from an Internet provider like Rhapsody.
4. Enlist Design Help. Skip the garland and use the services of a designer, florist or— if you have the talent — get on Pinterest.
3. Walk The Walk. Slowly walk to your home from down the street. How is the lighting? Does your home look like a party? Create the anticipation and excitement before the doorbell rings.
2. What's That Aroma? Warm mulled cider, holiday stovetop potpourri ? Once again, check out Pinterest for ideas.
1. Please, No Pot Luck! Get expert menu help when time simply doesn't allow you to plan. Relax and enjoy your party and guests. Caterers, private chefs and specialty stores offer something for everyone.
John Lawrence is co-owner of Pepper’s Fine Catering of Northborough. Contact him at
john@pepperscatering.com
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