Gathering with Friends
Nothing is quite as heart-warming as gathering with our friends and family, especially when we plan on cooking together. We look forward to it with great anticipation and love to make them feel welcome and pampered. And so everyone gets a beverage in hand soon after arrival, along with something to nibble as we settle into our time together. It elevates the moment into a celebration of friendship.
Set the Stage for Fun
But how do you set the stage for Fun? When we are gathering with friends and family, Mark and I ask everyone to bring their favorite beverage to enjoy during appetizers. A favorite bottle of wine, or the makings for a mixed drink, is a fantastic conversation starter and a great way to jumpstart everyone feeling comfortable. Before you know it, your friends start chatting about what they brought and why they decided to bring it. They spontaneously become hosts for each other, filling each other’s glasses. And then they start on the tasty appetizers. We love the moment when gathering with friends turns into a celebration.
Recipes for Gathering with Friends
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