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It can be a pick-up-and-go party or a planned in advance adventure, either way, the perfect recipe for a great summer picnic includes good friends, shady trees, and a bunch of your favorite picnic foods.

A summer picnic is more of a relaxed get together where you get to catch up with your friends and share a meal.... [READ MORE]

What's the only thing better than summer? MID-SUMMER….. when everything is in full swing. Barbecues, picnics and throwing a great party with great friends and great food!

The most inexpensive way to feed a crowd is with a potluck meal, where every participating household contributes a dish.... [READ MORE]

There's nothing better than a summer day filled with family activities and an all-star party table for the ultimate 4th of July celebration! Celebrate in style and create an all-American bash with a beautiful patriotic buffet and decor that's stylish, affordable, and simple to clean up!... [READ MORE]

Celebrate a nice sunny afternoon with a springtime-inspired dining experience that pairs good friends and delicious food.  It’s the perfect chance for you and your guests to sit back, relax and eat while enjoying each other’s company and delight in the beauty of the season.... [READ MORE]

The Super Bowl is the best “party event of the year” and for many sports fanatics, it’s the best excuse to host a fun-filled get-together. This game day bash has become much more than watching the game, screaming at the officials, yelling at the players and cheering when your team scores.... [READ MORE]

The holiday season is all about spending time with friends, family and loved ones. A snazzy cookie exchange is a terrific way to kick off your seasonal festivities and a delicious way to turn a memory making get-together into a beloved holiday tradition.

A cookie exchange party is a clever way to encourage the spirit of giving, plenty of warm wishes and lots of fun throughout the day.... [READ MORE]