Tag: party food

A Spiral Ham Charcuterie for Christmas

December 8
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A spiral ham charcuterie is a festive way to serve up a classic holiday favorite!  The unexpected twist is fun but also an easy way for family or guests to serve themselves during celebrations.  It’s easy, pretty, and perfect for a casual Christmas dinner or party appetizers!  I can’t wait to share how simple it is to build this delicious board…

easy, delicious, christmas charcuterie!

A Groovy Decade Party!

August 20
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A groovy decade party is such a fun theme for guests of all ages!  And it was just what my family needed this summer to celebrate being with friends again.  During the dog days of the season we had some 1970s fun at our house…and because the music of the decade is so fabulous, the teenagers participated too!  Simple but festive 70s decor, treats, and of course, great tunes made this little summertime soiree feel like a real bash!  We kept it simple by having guests each bring an appetizer to share and that gave me more time to concentrate on all the fun stuff without worrying about all the food.  And when I refer to the fun, I mean the decor!  A blend of flower-power with a touch of disco is how I decorated…and I’m excited to share the simple ideas and party tips with you today…

let’s celebrate 70s style!

Pink Pool Party S’mores!

July 14
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Pink pool party s’mores are the perfect way to celebrate summer even if you don’t have a pool!  We might be missing a poolside patio at our house, but it won’t stop me from having some splish-splashy fun…if just in food form!  Recently I experimented with a favorite treat, giving it a seasonal twist and serving it in pool-party fashion.  Simple party supplies helped me to make easy s’mores cups for a self-serve treat, perfect for a girl’s night in!  And to give these gooey snacks an unexpected flavor I made white chocolate berry bark to stand in for traditional chocolate!  Let me share how easy it is, and the simple summertime decorations to make it feel like a poolside soiree!

s’mores served poolside-ish!

Patriotic Picnic Snacks!

June 16
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Patriotic picnic snacks can be super easy and still be festive!  If you’re like me, this spring has been extra crazy and simple ideas that I can pull off are much appreciated!  After taking some time off to celebrate both my boys graduating (from HS AND college!) I’m really ready to kick back and relax.  But that doesn’t mean I don’t want our holiday celebrations to feel like an afterthought. So today I’m sharing a few simple ways to create patriotic picnic snacks that you can add to your 4th of July BBQ with no extra fuss! It’s time to start celebrating again…but we should keep the stress at bay!  Take a peek at a few ways you can bring some delicious joy to your holiday festivities…

simple patriotic fun!

A Red, White, and Blue Berry Bar!

May 26
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A red, white, and blue Berry Bar is a fun and healthy idea for the holiday weekend!  And if you’re trying to cut down on all the sugary treats this summer, this buffet might be for you!  Fresh berries are so refreshing, delicious and are naturally perfect for patriotic party treats and snacks.  No baking, or fussy preparation…just pile them in bowls and let your guests customize their own!  A few  optional goodies can make this healthy alternative compare with any sweet dessert…without all the guilt!  Let me share this simple inspiration today for setting up a holiday buffet that’s easy-peasy and oh, so good!

celebrate with red, white and berries!

Fiesta Time! Easy Ideas for a Festive Celebration!

April 21
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Fiesta time is just around the corner…and I’m so excited for Cinco de Mayo celebrations and the food that goes with them!  But as much as I love a good fiesta, May 5 is a busy time with spring sports, the school year wrapping up, and all the endless yard work!  Today I’m going to share some really easy ways to kick up your heels without much fuss!  Simple food ideas and DIY party decorations can help you throw a festive gathering that looks like a custom event!  Even if you’re pressed for time, you can find everything you need at most grocery & party stores.  A few “extras” will make your semi-homemade munchies AND decor look like a million!  Let’s get ready to celebrate the 5th of May…or any taco Tuesday!

it’s time for a fiesta!

A Popcorn Bar for Valentine’s Day!

February 10
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A popcorn bar is a fun way to celebrate Valentine’s Day!  Not only is it delicious but it can be so easy to create for some delicious holiday joy!  Happy Hearts Day is just around the corner and this festive idea might be something your family will love. The great thing about popcorn?  It’s a wonderful treat for ANY kind of occasion!  I’m really happy to share this inspiration with you today with help from my friends Grand Rapids Popcorn and Sunshine Tulip Design!  With a click of your mouse, you can grab everything you need to make a popcorn buffet that will have hearts a flutter! So share the joy…

peace, love & popcorn!

Doughnut Celebration Board DIY!

August 10
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A doughnut celebration board sounds pretty good right? So how about making one for your next special occasion! I recently created a yummy platter for my son’s 18th birthday…and it was filled with one of his favorite treats…doughnuts!  Grazing or charcuterie boards are so fun and trendy right now and they’re really easy to make too!  They look pretty and allow you to serve a menagerie of treats so you can even please a crowd…when it’s safe to do so!  But today we’ll focus on this sweet breakfast idea and how I made it fun for our family birthday festivities.  This doughnut celebration board was a really fun surprise that started the birthday boy’s day off on a delicious note!  Let me show you how easy it is to create one…

doughnut celebration board for a tasty birthday breakfast!

Simple Summer Treats…With Sprinkles on Top!

June 10
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Simple summer treats are exactly what I’m serving up these days.  Nothing super spectacular…but still every bit as festive!  It’s easy to do too if you have just a few summertime staples on hand in your pantry!  Now that many of us are finally venturing out into the grocery stores, it’s easy to keep some goodies on hand for last minute snack ideas!  And though our new normal might not be the same as it was, everyday celebrations can still be had!  Today I’m sharing some of the easiest and happiest treats to bring smiles to the faces we love.  Summer & sprinkles go hand-in-hand in my book…and that’s exactly how I’m dressing up my goodies this season!  Get ready to sprinkle the joy…

dress up summer treats with sprinkles!

Game Night Fun!

February 27
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Game night is such a fun tradition!  Whether you play with family or a group of friends, board games are the perfect way have a festive time indoors before summer calls us outside!  And good game playing requires some good snacks that are the easiest to serve!  I’m so excited to team up with Grand Rapids Popcorn to bring you some simple fun that will make memories that last!  We have a little more time before we can enjoy the spoils of spring and summer…so keep indoor entertaining in mind and have a great time around the game table!  See how easy it is to celebrate with…

game night suds & snacks!