Punches, Pitchers and Planning
One of my favorite entertaining tips that is both time saving and sure to please your guests, is to make pitchers of signature gourmet cocktails before your guests arrive. The cocktails i serve are determined by the season and what local produce and herbs are available, but a chilled pitcher of Manhattan's or Martini's will never go to waste. I usually mix a pitcher of cocktails just before my guests arrive and before i put the finishing touches on my outfit!Martha Stewart, the entertaining Goddess that she is, always has great cocktail ideas on her website, from virgin cocktails to gourmet punches. I have tried many of her recipes and some are more labor intensive than others, plan accordingly so you are not stuck in the kitchen working while your guests are enjoying themselves.
http://www.marthastewart.com/357519/sangria-summer-punch-and-cooler-recipes/@center/276943/grilling-recipes
You do not want your guests getting too tipsy before dinner is served, so planning ahead and only making one or two pitchers of Martini's will limit how many cocktails each person has. This is a great time to mingle with your guests and your signature cocktail can be a great conversation starter as well. I love making signature cocktails when guest come over, i believe it is the little creative touches that let your guests know just how special they are to you.http://youtu.be/as8M5i-4uiE
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