A Night in Venice
As the sun sets over Saint Mark's Square this holiday season, be the glimmer among the gamut of typical gatherings. Deck the halls Venetian style and bring the old world traditions of Venice to your home. Surprise your friends by joyously hosting “A Night in Venice” party and treating them to radiant and refreshing holiday cheer.
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Tips on throwing a brilliant holiday soiree:
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Set the mood. Graciously greet your guests with the ultimate Venetian cocktail, the Bellini, a delicious combination of Prosecco and peach puree. The effervescence of this signature cocktail and your mood immediately conveys the spirit of the evening.
Make your guests' eyes twinkle. Gilded golden linens illuminated by myriad floating candles create a resplendent tablescape reminiscent of the shimmering lights dancing on Venice's lagoon.
Tantalize your guests' taste buds. When hosting a crowd, buffet style is a necessity and Venice has the perfect solution: cicchetti! Cicchetti, similar to Spanish tapas, are bite-sized “snacks” perfect for creating personalized tasting plates.
Introduce your guests to something new. Ombra, a small glass of wine, is cicchetti's companion. Veneto's winning whites and robust reds: Prosecco, Soave, Valpolicella, Bardolino, and Amarone, offered as ombra provide another tasting experience. These tasting opportunities add to the spirited atmosphere.
Spice up the evening. The sumptuous scent of delicious Italian pastries, like Venetian ribbon cookies, will have your guests humming. Have these specialties delivered right to your front door through the Partybluprints.com click and buy feature.
Create a harmonious balance. Music is a must. It should enhance, not detract from the mood of the evening. With one click, download just the right iMix from iTunes.
Honor your friends. A donation to the Save Venice Foundation in your guests' names is a memorable token of friendship and love.
