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One of the reasons that most avoid entertaining is the expense. It is difficult to buy all of the food, party supplies and beverages without going into debt. But what you have to understand is that if you feel this way, then most of your friends probably do, too. We are all waiting on someone to step out to the plate. Well, at A Big Slice we always think that parties are more fun when everyone participates (not to mention cheaper). So why not turn your Mardi Gras Party into a "stock your bar" party? Everyone has fun and no one is left with the enormous liquor bill. |
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rum (dark and light), vodka, gin, tequila, whisky, bourbon, scotch and brandy |
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Think of our list of home bar essentials in the purple writing on the left as a wedding registry. Go to one of those free internet invitation services (evite is a good one) and invite friends over for a wonderful Stock Your Bar Party. Admission to the party requires that they bring one of the items on your list. Evite is set up so that the invitees can make a comment that everyone can see. Instruct them to say something like this : "Ted Field is coming and I am bringing the tequila." This way there will not be any duplicates. You can provide the mixers and garnishes.
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additional spirits |
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sweet vermouth, dry vermouth, coffee liqueur, irish cream and orange liqueur. also : red wine, white wine and beer |
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garnishes |
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sugar, maraschino cherries, salt, olives, tabasco sauce, lemon wedges and worcestershire sauce |
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Make up a series of mixed drink cards and place them at the station where the bar will be located. This way guests can mix their own drinks and experiment with something they may not have tried before. Plus no one is stuck bartending all night and everyone can mix at their preferred strength. For the desiganted driver, provide the recipes for some interesting "virgin" drinks. This way everyone gets to participate.
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mixers |
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diet and regular cola, ginger ale, lemon-lime soda, club soda, tonic water, orange juice, lemon juice, cranberry juice, tomato juice and grapefruit juice |
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tools |
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cocktail shaker, electric blender, hawthorne strainer, jigger, measuring spoons, bottle opener, corkscrew, cutting board, grater, ice bucket, ice tongs, ice crusher, paring knives and stirrers |
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Your gift to the guests is the food preparation. Our cassoulet is a great hearty dish for a cold winter night and it all cooks up in one pot. Top off the evening by letting everyone have a slice of king cake. The person who gets the doll hidden in their slice has to throw the party next year! Finally make sure there is plenty of water, coffee and cafe au lait at least an hour before anyone hits the road.
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