If you want to give a Christmas party at home, try to organiseeverything well in advance so you can enjoy being with your friendsand family, rather than spending all your time in the kitchen Withthe weather turning colder, if you have a crowd coming, rather thancreating complex canapes, a buffet with a few hot dishes you canprepare well in advance is always a winner. For instance, chicken ina mushroom and cream sauce, a beef casserole, a prawn curry and avegetable stir-fry, with a large bowl of rice as an accompaniment toall the dishes, will keep everyone warm and cover all tastes. Theyare also easy to eat with just a fork, which, if you are standingaround talking to your friends, is always a bonus.
For a really festive feel, spend a little time creating abeautifully decorated table and put the food into eye-catchingbowls.
With many people concerned about drinking and driving, a bowl ofnon-alcoholic punch will get everyone in the party spirit andprovide drivers with a cheery alternative to wine and beer.
At the same time it could be fun for your non-driving guests totry out some spicy hot toddies or mulled wine and some colourful,exotic festive cocktails.
Give yourself plenty of time to get everything done well beforethe appointed hour so you can revel in pampering yourself. Then,once everything is ready and your guests have arrived, you can relaxand enjoy the occasion and their company.
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