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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 doing theme parties and trying foods that I wouldn't normally cook. I also like doing things like incorporating fruit into the main course or trying a new cocktail or wine that my guests probably haven't tried before.
07/25/2011 12:05:00 PM CDT
Grilled red potato salad, & spicy 3 cheese spinach dip are my faves to make!
07/25/2011 12:05:15 PM CDT
Homemade guacamole; imported cheeses, stilton especially. Brie baked in pastry with a raspberry jam layer in the middle;
07/25/2011 12:05:50 PM CDT
looks like some good munchies
07/25/2011 12:05:53 PM CDT
I love making champagne sangria:
1 bottle of cava (sparkling Spanish wine), prosecco, or champagne
1/3 bottle light rum
1/3 bottle of triple sec
1/4 bottle of brandy
pineapple and cranberry juice, to taste (maybe a few cups each?)
lime and lemon slices
seltzer water, to taste
the drink is fancy, so the snacks can be simple - good olives, bread, hummus, cheese, etc. YAY parties!
07/25/2011 12:06:01 PM CDT
I love seven layer dip, or French onion dip.
07/25/2011 12:06:22 PM CDT
party snacks : spiced nuts, bulk bin trail mixes, hummus and pita, layered dips with fresh veggies and chips, and summer fruit salads galore :)
07/25/2011 12:06:29 PM CDT
This is a great party basket!
07/25/2011 12:06:35 PM CDT
We love cold 7 layered nacho dip -- in this hot weather we set on a tray filled with ice.
07/25/2011 12:06:43 PM CDT
My favorite is layered nacho dip and chips!
07/25/2011 12:06:46 PM CDT
Dippy munchy food is always a go at parties. Olives and cut veggies work well too. If I'm being fancy pants, I grill up some shrimp in EVOO, garlic and fresh cilantro. Mmmmmmm.
07/25/2011 12:07:14 PM CDT
Grilled Pitas with Caramelized Onions and Goat Cheese make a nice change to the classic hummus and pita appetizer! Throw the pitas on before the burgers...goes down nicely with a wheat beer such as Hefe-Weizen..mmmm!
07/25/2011 12:07:17 PM CDT
Party time must haves are:
sangria
wings
chips & dip
cupcakes
07/25/2011 12:07:33 PM CDT
Our favorite is white bean hummus, so easy to make, healthy & delicious!
07/25/2011 12:07:36 PM CDT
A selection of cheeses and crackers.
07/25/2011 12:07:42 PM CDT
I usually always go for bite-sized, innovative sweets that people can admire before they eat! Esp. fondue. But if we're talking savory casual party, smart puffs Pirate's Booty is the way to go! Thanks for the great giveaway!
07/25/2011 12:08:25 PM CDT
At my parties I always have fresh veggies and fruit along with cheeses and crackers. Also, I love to make bruschetta and fresh guacamole. YUM! :)
07/25/2011 12:08:36 PM CDT
Baked havarti. As simple as that. It is warm, gooey, and exploding with flavor. You can eat it by itself or pair it with pretzels, chips, or crackers. The best part is that it is extremely easy to make!
07/25/2011 12:08:37 PM CDT
homemade salsa with tortilla chips!! yum :-)
07/25/2011 12:08:58 PM CDT
Chex Mix and S'mores!
07/25/2011 12:09:00 PM CDT
Can't have a party without BBQ, Beer and organic chocolate covered strawberries to cool the heat......
07/25/2011 12:09:01 PM CDT
terra chips ..all natural and healthy treat
07/25/2011 12:09:07 PM CDT
I love to throw parties! I also love to cook so this goes hand in hand! When i throw a party i serve the following: Baked pita chips and hummus, sa;sa, edamame, fruits with yogurt dip, veggies with ranch dip or yogurt, different cheeses (my fav is a garlic kind i find in your store!), vareity of crackers. That was just the appetizers! The main course love to bake fish or chicken with veggies with brown rice. and for dessert either carrot cake or bread pudding! And you are invited to the next party! @tiffany053p
07/25/2011 12:09:39 PM CDT
Tortilla española cut into little squares, prosciutto wrapped asparagus, and canapes topped with blue cheese and caramelized onions. Those are my favorites!!!
07/25/2011 12:09:49 PM CDT
nothing too messy!
07/25/2011 12:09:52 PM CDT