Here are 10 that we think are a must-have for any celebration: A plan 0DNHVXUHWRSODQ\RXUJDWKHULQJDWDVSHFLȴFWLPHDQGSODFH/HW\RXUJXHVWVNQRZDW least 2-3 weeks in advance so they can put it on their calendar. Loved ones A party without your friends and family isn’t a party at all. Invite as many people as you’d like; don’t forget to ensure that all guests have someone to talk to. We recommend making a guest list (and checking it twice)! Savory eats While you are spending time with your favorite people, don’t forget to enjoy some great food; this is a special occasion, after all. We have the perfect recipe Great food + great people = a great time. Sweet treats It is the holidays; don’t forget those yummy treats. There are many Christmas recipes on 3LQWHUHVWDQGGHOLFLRXVSDVWULHVLQEDNHULHVDURXQGWKLVWLPHRIWKH\HDU Decorations Whether it is just stringing up a couple of strands of Christmas lights or decking the halls, every party needs a little something to remind guests why they are celebrating. Holiday music The winter holidays are the ones with the most music, so don’t forget to drag out your old &'VRUSXW\RXUKROLGD\SOD\OLVWRQVKXɞHEHIRUH\RXUJXHVWVDUULYH Place for pictures Letting your guests document their night through photos is a fun way to capture those memories forever. If you are meeting at a restaurant, the entrance or lobby is a great place to snap a picture together. If you are hosting a celebration in your home, make a quick backdrop to so you can take a snapshot of the memories. Party games Don’t forget, guests will want something to do while they are at your gathering. Fun holiday themed games or a Christmas movie trivia competition are great ideas, especially if kids will be attending too. Laughter and smiles Holiday celebrations are happy times, spent with your favorite people, don’t forget to bring the smiles and laughter along too. If a dish comes out wrong or you are running ODWHOHWLWUROOR\RXUEDFN HYHU\RQHZLOOVWLOOKDYHIXQ
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