party possibilities
January 2008

Happy New Year! Like many people, I try to change a little something at the start of each year. This year, I'm modifying my monthly newsletter to focus on creative ways to enhance your parties. Each month, I'll spotlight on one type of party, such as a birthday celebration, bridal shower, themed cocktail party or holiday gathering, and suggest 2-3 ideas for turning an ordinary party into ... a posh experience! This month, I'm focusing on wine tasting parties, a great cure for the winter blues.

As always, if you need help implementing any of these ideas - (or planning the whole party!), please don't hesitate to contact me. Cheers!

Ashleigh

Wine Tasting Parties

A wine tasting party is an opportunity to sample wines from different regions or vineyards and varieties of grapes without commiting to a full glass. The essentials include good wine and friends; however, there are many ways to enhance your party, such as savory appetizers, a crackling fire and jazz music, as well as one or more of the ideas below.

Go glam and dress up - the wine tasting bar and food tables, that is! Create a luxurious display by renting specialty linens. I like a velvety merlot-colored tablecloth in the winter but it is possible to use a shimmery gold linen, too. Accent with candles to evoke a warmer atmosphere and lots of sparkle!

Hire a sommelier, a wine expert, who can help select the wine and serve it to your guests while imparting wine knowledge and fun trivia. With a sommelier, wine tasting becomes entertainment!

Say 'thank you' with a custom gift, such as a bottle of wine or wine glass imprinted with your personal message. Either gift is a nice finishing touch, especially if the party is an annual event or tied to a special occasion.

About posh parties, LLC (SM)

Created for 'social butterflies', posh parties, LLC is a full service professional party planning firm for people who enjoy entertaining friends and family in their home or local party spot.

Services include:
Event Design
Party Planning & Coordination
On-site/Day-of Event Management

for all types of celebrations, such as:
Adult & Children's Birthdays
Anniversaries
Retirement
Baby Showers & Welcome Parties
Bridal Showers & Rehearsal Dinners
Holiday Gatherings
Just-because Cocktail Parties ... and more!

If you are entertaining in the near future, I invite you to contact me to assist in the planning of your special occasion. With over 10 years of professional party planning experience, I make entertaining effortless and enjoyable for my clients!


Ashleigh Dorfman, CSEP
posh parties, LLC
phone: 703.476.6530