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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR WINNER MEL FROM BEVERLY HILLS, CA. THANKS FOR ALL YOUR COMMENTS!
I think Garth and Wayne (of Wayne’s World) said it best with their signature catchphrase: “Party time, excellent!!!” Despite the seasonal heat (or maybe because of it!) there are always plenty to of reasons to throw a summer party. Are you hosting a pool party? A luau? Perhaps a jazzy twinkle-lit summer soirée or a raucous block party? Whether the occasion you’re celebrating is big or small, you’re sure to throw a fabulous fête with some of our favorite party picks!
Enter a comment on this post by August 9th telling us about the snacks you like to have at parties and you’ll be entered in our Party Picks Basket giveaway. One winner will be selected at random to receive our Party Picks Basket, a $100 value, plus a $50 gift card for you to grab wine, ice cream or cheese and fruit for an easy party-pleasing tray.
Here’s what you’ll find in the basket:
- 365 Everyday Value® Organic Balsamic Vinegar
- Marcona Almonds
- Raincoast Crisps (Rosemary Raisin Pecan Crackers)
- Water Wheel Fine Wafer Crackers
- Silver Star Tex-Mex Salsa (Flame Roasted Medium)
- Divina Pitted Kalamata Olives
- 365 Everyday Value® Organic Jumbo Green Olives
- Vineyard Pantry Cabernet Roasted Garlic Mustard
- 365 Everyday Value® Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil Cold Pressed
- 4 Piece Cheese Knife Set
- Pretzel Crisps Classic
- Back to Nature Tuscan Herb Roasted Nut Mix
- Texas Mesquite Cutting Board
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I love making bbq wings for a party. Or for something more simple, some cheap delicious wine and a spread of cheeses (love the local goat cheese from WF!)
07/26/2011 8:14:55 AM CDT
Love surprises. Especially good foods. Thanks Whole Foods!
07/26/2011 8:18:47 AM CDT
Party time!!!
07/26/2011 8:40:13 AM CDT
At parties the best kinds of food would be quest.
07/26/2011 8:52:34 AM CDT
At parties the best kinds of food would be quest.
07/26/2011 8:52:38 AM CDT
Queso
07/26/2011 8:59:40 AM CDT
Bacon wrapped water chestnuts. A family favorite. Easy and great texture.
07/26/2011 9:06:12 AM CDT
Your basket is super delicious! Olives and cheese are excellent. But are you missing one crucial item? A nice bottle of Pinot Noit. Now that would make the party perfect.
07/26/2011 9:30:37 AM CDT
My favorite snacks for a party are cheeses (soft and hard) and crackers.
07/26/2011 9:35:31 AM CDT
Finger foods are easy way to nibble while socializing. I like pinwheels that I make by putting cream cheese on flour tortillas, then adding a layer of mild chilies, shredded boiled ham and an asparagus stalk. I roll these up, wrap them, and then chill over night. Just before the party, I slice the roll into half inch pieces, the perfect bite size! Yum!
07/26/2011 9:48:20 AM CDT
Little sandwiches, fruity iced tea, watermelon prosciutto wraps...getting hungry reading all of the posts!
07/26/2011 9:53:18 AM CDT
Freshly tossed ginger salad with peanuts, watermelon, cherries, cheese & crackers. And, it's party time !
07/26/2011 10:44:08 AM CDT
Caprese salad made with heirloom tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, and basil from my garden.
07/26/2011 10:44:20 AM CDT
All you need is queso dip.
07/26/2011 10:45:40 AM CDT
I'm A Vegetarian So I Like The Variety Of Hummus With Nut Thins, Or Back To Nature Crackers!
07/26/2011 11:01:32 AM CDT
I love bringing Chipotle Chicken Salad Cups! They are simple, easy and delicious! I just make them with Chipotle Chicken Salad with Organic Chicken, red onion, black beans, cilantro, canned chipotles, lime juice and salt and pepper to taste. Just put a small amount of the chicken salad in a Tostitos Scoops and voila! It's Party Time, Excellent!
07/26/2011 11:28:02 AM CDT
When I'm having a crowd over, I will grab some unique crackers or crunchy pita squares and serve with an array of funky cheeses and fruit. These are paired with their choice of wine, of course!
07/26/2011 11:49:09 AM CDT
Just the kind of food I love to eat, party or not!
07/26/2011 12:38:45 PM CDT
For parties,i prefer tortilla chips filled with mixture of
finely chopped lettuce,onion ,tomato,pepper powder ,lime juice,coconut milk(optional),cucumber(optional). This one is not only juicy ,tasty, easy to make but also very healthy.
07/26/2011 12:44:02 PM CDT
We just had a gettogether, and I made little snacks out of cherry tomatoes, mini mozzarella balls, and fresh basil leaves skewered on a toothpick. it was a hit!
07/26/2011 12:45:34 PM CDT
mmm mmm.. i like to have chocolate things, sparkling drinks, fresh organic produce, delicious fresh dips, nuts, chips, crackers, anything nourishing.
07/26/2011 12:47:19 PM CDT
chips, cookies, cakes, candies, crackers, meats, beers
07/26/2011 12:48:12 PM CDT
i like fish and beef and veggies and apples and oils and ice cream
07/26/2011 12:49:11 PM CDT
I always make sure to have a bowl of fresh seasonal fruit out for everyone. Plus my famous Sangria!
07/26/2011 12:57:57 PM CDT
The go to party snack is of course cheese and crackers, sometimes with quince paste. The ultimate party snack; however, is my (now nearly famous) bacon on a stick - broiled in the oven with brown sugar and served on a bamboo skewer with a ribbon tied on the end of the stick, displayed on a doily in my grandmother's sterling footed dish.
07/26/2011 1:03:53 PM CDT