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    The document provides information on hosting a cocktail party, including: - Cocktail parties typically last 2-3 hours where guests snack on simple foods and drinks cocktails while socializing. - When planning a cocktail party, considerations include number of guests, formality, budget, food/drink options, indoor/outdoor venue, and themes. - Food can be as simple as cheese and crackers but should be continuously available. Drinks are the most important part and can either be a full bar or limited cocktail menu. - Venue layout should allow easy mingling with some seating and drop-off tables for dishes.

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    The document provides information on hosting a cocktail party, including: - Cocktail parties typically last 2-3 hours where guests snack on simple foods and drinks cocktails while socializing. - When planning a cocktail party, considerations include number of guests, formality, budget, food/drink options, indoor/outdoor venue, and themes. - Food can be as simple as cheese and crackers but should be continuously available. Drinks are the most important part and can either be a full bar or limited cocktail menu. - Venue layout should allow easy mingling with some seating and drop-off tables for dishes.

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    HOSTING A

    COCKTAIL PARTY

    Presented by:
    CHARLES TAN, RND
    OLFU
    WHAT IS A COCKTAIL PARTY?

    • Cocktail parties have been a


    popular social gathering for years.
    • They were a hit during the first
    few decades of the 1900's, were
    fueled by Prohibition and died
    off a little during the last part of
    the century, but they're back.
    • Typically a cocktail party lasts 2-
    3 hours during which guests
    snack on a simple spread of
    food and imbibe on great
    cocktails while chatting with
    other guests.
    WHAT IS A COCKTAIL PARTY?

    • Cocktail parties are great for entertaining friends or


    business associates, or a combination of the two.
    • They're also great for open houses or receptions, both
    business and personal.
    1. PARTY DECISIONS
    A cocktail party can be as simple or complex as you wish to make it.
    There are a few questions you should ask yourself to begin planning the party.

    • How many guests will be attending?


    • Is this a casual event for friends or a formal business networking event?
    • How much time and effort do I want to put into it?
    • Will there be a full bar or a limited cocktail menu?
    • Will the party be indoor or outdoor? If outdoor, do I have a plan for
    inclimate weather?
    • What type of food will be served?
    • Is there a theme for the party?
    • Should guests be asked to bring anything?
    • How much money do I want to spend?
    1. PARTY DECISIONS
    A cocktail party can be as simple or
    complex as you wish to make it.
    There are a few questions you should
    ask yourself to begin planning the
    party.
    • How many guests will be
    attending?
    1. PARTY DECISIONS
    • Is this a casual event for friends or a formal
    business networking event?
    1. PARTY DECISIONS
    • How much time and effort do I want to put into it?
    1. PARTY DECISIONS
    • Will there be a full bar or a limited cocktail menu?
    1. PARTY DECISIONS
    • Will the party be indoor or outdoor? If outdoor, do I
    have a plan for inclement weather?
    1. PARTY DECISIONS
    • What type of food will be served?
    1. PARTY DECISIONS
    • Is there a theme for the party?
    1. PARTY DECISIONS
    • Should guests be asked to bring anything?
    • How much money do I want to spend?
    2. THE FOOD
    • A full course meal is not necessary for a cocktail party.
    • Simple foods, such as hors d'oeuvres and other finger
    foods, allow guests to graze throughout the event as
    they feel the need.
    • Even something as simple as a cheese, crackers and cut
    fruit is perfect.
    • To be a good host you should have some kind of food
    available and if you don't want to deal with food at
    all, call a caterer or book a venue.
    sliders Shot-glass appetizers

    canapés crudités
    relishes cheese board

    charcuterie fruits
    mini sandwiches pastries

    aspic Streetfoods PH
    3. THE DRINKS
    The drinks are the most important part of a cocktail party
    and there are two options.
    • Full Bar- Buy essential spirits, mix up a variety of drinks
    or get a good bartending guide.
    3. THE DRINKS

    • Drink Menu - Make up a list of the drinks (including


    ingredients) and set it on the bar for guests to peruse.
    THE CLASSIC COCKTAILS
    THE CLASSIC MOCKTAILS
    4. THE VENUE
    • When choosing a location, think about the season and
    theme of your party.
    • Arrange furniture so that guests can move
    throughout the banquet room easily- there should
    be seating for 10 to 15 percent of your guests.
    • Don't forget to include small drop tables where guests
    can put used glasses or napkins.
    • Place a tray on the table to signal that it's a drop-off
    area. This will also
    make it easier for you to pick up any discarded items.

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